This is a list of some online dermatology resources:
We will update it periodically. Last update: May 2007
These have no commercial bias. One needs to be careful when visiting many sites since they are underwritten by organizations and individuals with something to sell. Even patient support organizations are often heavily funded by pharmaceutical companies.
Images:
DermIS has thousands of images. Takes a while to learn how to navigate and not all pictures are of great quality, but it is worth checking.
Global Skin Atlas: The International Atlas of Dermatology and Dermatopathology is a joint effort of doctors in various countries to cover the spectrum of skin disease in all skin colours and races. The images may be freely used for self-education and for teaching purposes. The Inaugural Editors are: Drs. Shahbaz Janjua (Pakistan), Ian McColl (Australia) and Jayakar Thomas (India)
Dermatology Image Database: from the University of Iowa
DermAtlas.org out of Johns Hopkins -- lots of pediatric pictures -- quirky but worth visiting. 10,000 images
Disease Information:
DermNet NZ This is the Mother of All Derm sites. Start here.
Emedicine gives in-depth information on a great number of common and rare skin disorders. It may be more than one wants; but it is kept current and is a valuable resource. It is a very complete dermatology resource, and has much else relating to general medicine and other specialties.
Clinical Knowledge Summaries from the U.K.'s National Library of Health is a valuable resource. CKS is growing and definitely worth visiting. You may need to register for parts, but it is free. It is generally more conservative than some U.S. sites and there is no commercial bias. As with eMedicine, this has much more than dermatology. A valuable resource.
