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    Cindy Wassef, MD
    Izhar Hasan, MD, PhD
    Babar K. Rao, MD

    A novel web-based application was beta tested in an academic dermatology setting to design and run a journal club for residents.

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    Ann John, MD
    Cindy Wassef, MD
    Amin Maghari, MD
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    Ann M. John, MD
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    Marco Manfredini, MD
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    Babar K. Rao, MD

    Integration of current and future technology in the dermatology office can help minimize documentation burdens and optimize patient care. A...

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    Cindy Wassef, MD
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    Omar Noor, MD
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    Evaluating Dermatology Apps for Patient Education

    Author:
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    Publish date: February 21, 2018
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    Shahram Shafi, MD
    Babar K. Rao, MD

    The utilization of mobile applications (apps) as educational resources for patients highlights the need for an objective method of evaluating the...

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