|Articles|August 1, 2009

Gross dermatology images educate clients

I take digital photos of cytologic exam and skin scraping findings (bacteria, mites) through one eyepiece of the microscope by using the camera's macro setting.

I take digital photos of cytologic exam and skin scraping findings (bacteria, mites) through one eyepiece of the microscope by using the camera's macro setting. Then I show the photos to clients in the exam room. This pictorial representation of the high numbers of "gross" bacteria drives home the necessity for antibiotic therapy and reduces complaints about antibiotic costs.

Dr. Brett Wildermuth, DACVD

San Diego, Calif.

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Gross dermatology images educate clients

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