Background: Injectable and device-based treatments are used for medical dermatologic conditions, but understanding dermatologists' practices remains limited.

Objective: This study examines injectable and device-based treatments for medical dermatologic conditions to identify patterns and potential improvements.

Materials And Methods: A survey was distributed to Association of Academic Cosmetic Dermatology members, covering practice settings, conditions treated, pricing, and resident involvement.

Results: Thirty-four of 40 (85%) respondents practiced in academic teaching hospitals, primarily in urban settings. Conditions treated included acne vulgaris, alopecia, skin cancers, disorders of pigmentation, follicular disorders, gender-affirming care, birthmarks, oncodermatology, rosacea, scars, tattoos, and vascular lesions. Treatments were offered at various prices, with clinical trials and insurance used in some cases. Resident involvement ranged from 72% to 94% of cases. Respondents also reported laser usage, with 100% using lasers for treating scars, 98% for treating vascular lesions, 98% for treating rosacea, and 88% for treating disorders of pigmentation. For acne vulgaris and associated scarring, the top treatments were chemical peels (86%), lasers (83%), and mechanical modalities (48%). With gender-affirming care, respondents used lasers (100%), filler (55%), and neurotoxins (48%).

Conclusion: Academic dermatologists treat medical dermatologic conditions and involve residents.

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