The changing face of Canadian dermatology.
BACKGROUND
In 1986, Cosmair Canada, agent of the L'Oréal Group, sponsored a survey among Canadian dermatologists to measure the perceptions, attitudes, expectations, and needs of dermatologists regarding cosmetology. Fifteen years later, a new survey among Canadian dermatologists, again sponsored by L'Oréal, tries to capture the evolution and new trends.


OBJECTIVE
This survey tries to capture the perceptions, attitudes, and expectations of Canadian dermatologists regarding cosmetology.


METHODS
A questionnaire was sent to 394 members of the Canadian Dermatology Association; 99 responded (25%). The questionnaire, had 21 questions regarding cosmetology, future trends in Canadian dermatology, and how dermatologists acquire the information required for their practice.


RESULTS
More than ever, dermatologists are asked to deal with maintaining healthy, youthful skin. Cosmetology is a greater part of everyday practice. Laser and cosmetic dermatology will become more important in the future.


CONCLUSIONS
Dermatologists are asked to provide information on the maintenance of healthy, young-looking skin and feel they need more information relating to cosmetology
Hôpital Sainte Justine, Université de Montréal, 3175 Côte Ste-Catherine, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. danmarcoux@videotran.ca
Danielle
D
Marcoux
David
D
Gratton
D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D002170:Canada; D003357:Cosmetic Techniques / Q000639:trends*; D003880:Dermatology / Q000639:trends*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D013997:Time Factors