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. 2020 Mar;59(3):e65-e67.
doi: 10.1111/ijd.14693. Epub 2019 Oct 20.

Evaluation of YouTube as an educational resource for treatment options of common dermatologic conditions

Anthony K Guzman  1 , Robin H Wang  2 , Roya S Nazarian  1   3 , John S Barbieri  2
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Evaluation of YouTube as an educational resource for treatment options of common dermatologic conditions

Anthony K Guzman et al. Int J Dermatol. 2020 Mar.
No abstract available

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Conflict of interest statement

Conflict of Interests Disclosures: Dr. Guzman discloses the receipt of travel reimbursement from Verrica Pharmaceuticals and consulting fees from Cello Health.

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