Conduct complete skin examinations

Diagnose and treat pigmented lesions such as common acquired nevi, congenital nevi, dysplastic nevi, Spitz nevi, blue nevi, or melanoma

Perform skin surgery to improve appearance, make early diagnoses, or control diseases

Counsel patients on topics such as the need for annual dermatologic screenings, sun protection, skin cancer awareness, or skin and lymph node self-examinations

Diagnose and treat skin conditions

Record patients' health histories

Recommend diagnostic tests based on patients' histories and physical examination findings

Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in dermatology

Provide dermatologic consultation to other health professionals

Conduct clinical or basic research