The History of Dermatology and Dermatologists at the US Food and Drug Administration

In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration ’s (FDA's) regulatory authorities have significantly influenced the products available to treat dermatologic conditions, but at the same time, advances in dermatology have also influenced the FDA’s approach, including the agency’s evaluation of risks and its’ communications to consumers, pat ients, and providers. This essay reviews significant milestones in the history of FDA’s regulation of dermatologic products, with attention paid to significant products, impactful legal changes, and key personnel and organizational changes.

Source: Dermatologic Clinics - June 22, 2022 Category: Dermatology Authors: Vanessa L. Burrows, Markham C. Luke Source Type: research