title: Skin cancer: a primer for the nondermatologist.
abstract: The rising incidence of skin cancer in the United States has become a significant public health concern. The morbidity and mortality associated with these conditions can be reduced significantly by earlier detection and treatment. All physicians, not just dermatologists, can play a role in this regard. This article is intended to alert practicing physicians to the extent of the problem and to familiarize them with the various forms of skin cancer.
authors.forename: W M
authors.initials: WM
authors.lastname: Ramsdell
mesh_terms: D002280:Basal Cell Carcinoma / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000517:prevention & control; D002294:Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000517:prevention & control; D004416:Dysplastic Nevus Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D008403:Mass Screening; D008545:Melanoma / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000517:prevention & control; D012307:Risk Factors; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000517:prevention & control; D013781:Texas