dermatology

noun

der·​ma·​tol·​o·​gy ˌdər-mə-ˈtä-lə-jē How to pronounce dermatology (audio)
: a branch of medicine dealing with the skin, its structure, functions, and diseases
dermatologic adjective
or dermatological
dermatologist noun

Examples of dermatology in a Sentence

One of the doctors at the clinic specializes in dermatology.
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But most dermatology textbooks show pictures of eczema presentations on light-skinned people, according to Katrina Abuabara, MD, a clinician and associate professor at the University of California, San Francisco, who has researched eczema in minority populations. Lynya Floyd, Allure, 23 May 2025 Previously, Yi-young and Chae-ryeong both worked at a dermatology clinic. Kayti Burt, Time, 19 May 2025 Mark, who leads multiple cosmetic dermatology practices located in Southampton, East Hampton, New York City and Aspen, suggests nonsurgical solutions includes taking oral collagen, which increases the collagen in the dermis. Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 The organization focuses on research and education among healthcare providers and the public, including through a weekly newsletter on the latest in skin care and dermatology. Alexandria Nyembwe, Health, 8 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for dermatology

Word History

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dermatology was in 1819

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“Dermatology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dermatology. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

dermatology

noun
der·​ma·​tol·​o·​gy ˌdər-mə-ˈtäl-ə-jē How to pronounce dermatology (audio)
: a branch of medicine concerned with the structure, functions, and diseases of the skin

Medical Definition

dermatology

noun
der·​ma·​tol·​o·​gy ˌdər-mə-ˈtäl-ə-jē How to pronounce dermatology (audio)
plural dermatologies
: a branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its structure, functions, and diseases
dermatologist noun

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