Navigating the Ethics of Predatory Journals and Processing Fees in Dermatology.

The rise of predatory journals has created a pressing ethical dilemma in academic publishing, exploiting researchers' urgency to publish while prioritizing profits over quality. These journals, characterized by deceptive practices and inadequate peer review, often undermine scientific integrity and disproportionately affect early-career academicians and those from underfunded institutions. While open-access publishing aims to democratize knowledge, its reliance on high processing charges (APCs) poses accessibility challenges, particularly in resource-limited settings.

Disability and the Dermatology Patient- Part 2: Supporting Patients with Disabilities.

Dermatologic disease can result in disability. In part two of this continuing medical education (CME) article, we highlight disabilities that may result from dermatologic conditions. We introduce guidelines for caring for patients with disabilities including how to identify, assess, and document patients' disabilities and provide patient-centered care and support.

Disability and the Dermatology Patient- Part 1: Improving Access to Dermatologic Care.

Disability is common amongst dermatologic patients. Herein, we review the epidemiology of disability and terminology used to refer to patients with disabilities. We discuss different forms of disability, including cognitive, motor, visual and hearing, and review how dermatology practices can better accommodate patients with disabilities to optimize care.