Lebwohl: There are dozens of dermatologic diseases, some common and others uncommon, for which there are no approved therapies. Nonetheless, there are many case reports, anecdotal treatments, and other logical therapies which can and have been used for these diseases and are effective. Presenting these in an organized manner that allows the practicing dermatologist to quickly peruse management strategy, specific investigations, first-line, second-line, and third-line therapies in a few seconds expedites our ability to practice in an efficient manner that provides optimal care to our patients. MORE
Zitelli: The birth of the Atlas occurred as “twinkle in my eye” in 1981 but after I asked Dr. Holly Davis, who was head of our Emergency Department, to join me in 1982 it began taking shape. Other atlases generally had only photographs with legends. Dr. Davis and I decided that more descriptive text would significantly add to the educational value of the Atlas. After 5 years of recruiting contributors, gathering images, writing and panning, the first edition (the “Pink” edition) was published. We have been humbled by the use of the Atlas by so many health care workers and their positive comments and suggestions that has encouraged us to continue with the eighth edition. Nowalk: In a time of Google image searches and online content, the curated information and images of the Atlas are still vibrant and relevant. The Atlas acts as a central point to review pediatric presentations with a distinct focus on the visual diagnosis of pediatric disease. It continues to add that specific focus which is critical for trainees and practicing pediatricians and family medicine doctors alike. MORE