Delegation and Oversight of Non-Physician Practitioners in Dermatology

A rising demand for dermatologic procedures has led to a recent increase in the number of non-physician operators (NPOs) in the dermatology workforce. Nurse practitioners (NPs), physician assistants (PAs), and aestheticians commonly perform procedures in both physician-based practices and medical spas with varying degrees of dermatology-specific training and physician oversight. Although the lack of regulations can negatively impact patient outcomes and adverse events, the role of NPOs in dermatology continues to grow.

Source: Clinics in Dermatology - July 3, 2023 Category: Dermatology Authors: Shelby L Kubicki, Jordan V Wang, Roy G Geronemus, Paul M Friedman Source Type: research