dermatologist

[ dur-muh-tol-uh-jist ]

noun

1. a specialist in dermatology, especially a doctor who specializes in the treatment of diseases of the skin.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dermatologist¹

First recorded in 1860–65; dermatolog(y) + -ist

Example Sentences

Collecting images of suspicious-looking skin growths and sending them off-site for specialists to analyze is as accurate in identifying skin cancers as having a dermatologist examine them in person, a new study shows.

From Science Daily

"It got to the point where the cysts started growing under my skin and deforming the shape of my face, so I was put through to a dermatologist," she said.

From BBC

She was told by a dermatologist that little could be done to stop her alopecia, according to Alan, who believes the psychological effects caused a loss of identity.

From BBC

Meanwhile, Caplan says the new skin condition explored in his other new report presents a greater challenge for dermatologists.

From Science Daily

Her current work was inspired by an unlikely source: her father, a dermatologist.

From Science Daily