Retention of Mohs surgeons in academic dermatology.

Background: Retention of academic Mohs surgeons is important for the growth of this specialty and teaching of residents and students.

Objective: To examine factors that influence retention of Mohs surgeons in academics and to better understand reasons for their departure.

Materials And Methods: A survey was electronically distributed to academic Mohs surgeons in the American College of Mohs Surgery, asking them to rate the importance of several variables on their decision to remain in academia.

Levamisole toxicity mimicking autoimmune disease.

Background: Levamisole is present as a contaminant or additive in most cocaine sold in the United States. Cases of agranulocytosis attributed to levamisole-tainted cocaine have been widely described. A vasculopathic reaction to levamisole has also been reported; however, diagnostic features such as antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA) and additional autoimmune marker positivity are not well recognized.

Superficial basal cell carcinomas of the head and neck.

Background: Superficial basal cell carcinomas (BCC) are often considered a non-aggressive form of skin cancer, most often found on the trunk in younger patients.

Objective: To determine the characteristics of superficial BCC of the head and neck.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective review of patients undergoing Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) for the treatment of a purely superficial BCC on the head and neck region was performed.