Dermatology Times

What Dermatology Times does

Dermatology Times is a specialty professional media company that publishes news, clinical insights, and peer-reviewed educational content for the dermatology community. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in North Olmsted, United States, the company operates a digital content platform reaching dermatologists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants through a website (dermatologytimes.com), podcasts, short-form video, newsletters, webinars, and live events. Its core product is the Dermatology Times publication, which is supplemented by a network of editorial sub-brands — including NP/PA Connect, Between The Lines, Case-Based Peer Perspective, Clinical Case Collective, DermView, Expert Perspectives, and Frontline Forum — alongside continuing medical education (CME/CE) modules, interactive assessment tools (DermIQ, Spot Test), a specialized job board, and dedicated conference coverage. The company is listed as a partner in the SAP PartnerEdge ecosystem, indicating use of SAP technology for content management or publishing operations.

The business model combines two revenue streams: subscription-based access to clinical content, peer perspective programs, and CME/CE resources, and advertising and sponsorship revenue generated through sponsored content, Partner Perspectives, sponsored resources, and display advertising across its digital and multimedia channels. Pricing is not publicly disclosed, and Dermatology Times does not publish revenue figures, funding rounds, or ownership details in the accessible source material. Headcount is reported in the 501–1,000 employee band, which is consistent with a multi-format professional media operation spanning editorial, events, and educational product development.

The company is privately held with no publicly disclosed parent company, investor base, or financial history. Operating indicators — including an active website, current news publication, ongoing conference coverage, and a continuously updated product lineup — suggest the business is in a stable operational state. The brand's 45-year history in dermatology media, combined with CME/CE accreditation, an editorial advisory board, and a broad multi-channel footprint, positions Dermatology Times as a long-established vertical media property serving a niche professional audience.

Name

Dermatology Times

Legal name

Dermatology Times

Website

https://dermatologytimes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Dermatology Times is a specialty professional media company, founded in 1979, that publishes dermatology news, peer-reviewed case studies, CME/CE content, podcasts, and conference coverage for dermatologists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants through a multi-channel digital platform monetized via subscriptions and advertising.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

North Olmsted

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Subscription Revenue: Dermatology Times offers subscription-based access to its clinical content, peer perspective programs, and continuing medical education (CME/CE) resources for dermatology professionals including dermatologists, NPs, and PAs.
2. Advertising & Sponsorship: The publication generates revenue through sponsored content, partner perspectives, sponsored resources, and display advertising across its website and multimedia channels.

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Dermatology Times is a multi-channel dermatology trade media brand that publishes clinical news, peer-perspective case studies, expert commentary, and conference coverage through its website, podcasts, short-form video, and newsletters. It sells subscription-based access to clinical content and CME/CE-accredited educational programming to dermatologists, NPs, and PAs, and monetizes its audience through advertising, sponsored content, and Partner Perspectives programs from pharma and industry partners. Supporting offerings include interactive assessment tools (DermIQ, Spot Test), a specialized dermatology job board, and dedicated conference/case-based roundtable events.

Product overview

Dermatology Times is a unified media platform serving the dermatology professional community with news, clinical insights, and peer education. The core product is the Dermatology Times publication itself, which publishes news articles, clinical case studies, and expert perspectives. Supporting the main publication are several content formats including Podcasts and Shorts video content. The platform offers professional development through its CME/CE module, and provides specialized interactive tools including DermIQ for knowledge assessment, Spot Test for diagnostic training, and a Job Board for career resources. The NP/PA Connect sub-brand serves nurse practitioners and physician assistants with tailored content. Conference coverage and Partner Perspectives sections round out the content ecosystem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NP/PA Connect: Specialized content section for nurse practitioners and physician assistants in dermatology
• Between The Lines
• Case-Based Peer Perspective
• Clinical Case Collective
• DermView
• Expert Perspectives
• Frontline Forum
• Partner Perspectives
• Perspectives in Dermatology
• DermIQ

Products and services

• Dermatology Times (flagship publication and website)

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD): JAAD is the leading peer-reviewed clinical dermatology journal. While academic in focus, it competes for dermatologist attention, CME engagement, and pharmaceutical reprint/sponsorship revenue that also flows to Dermatology Times.
• Practical Dermatology: Practical Dermatology is a peer-reviewed dermatology trade publication covering clinical and aesthetic dermatology for practicing clinicians. It competes directly with Dermatology Times for dermatologist subscribers, CME learners, and industry sponsorship.
• Healio: Healio is a medical professional media platform that operates specialty-specific news, education, and CME programming across multiple verticals including dermatology. It competes directly with Dermatology Times for dermatologist readership, sponsored content, and CME/CE revenue.
• Dermatology World (AAD): Dermatology World is the official publication of the American Academy of Dermatology, distributed to AAD members. It is a primary dermatology news competitor with strong audience lock-in through society membership.
• Dermatology News (Frontline Medical Communications): Dermatology News / MDedge Dermatology is a long-running dermatology trade publication covering clinical news, conferences, and CME for practicing dermatologists. It is a direct editorial and audience competitor to Dermatology Times.

Broad incumbents

• MJH Life Sciences (Dermatology properties): MJH Life Sciences is a large multi-specialty healthcare media company that operates multiple dermatology-facing brands and events. It competes with Dermatology Times for dermatology HCP audiences and pharma advertising budgets across a broader portfolio.
• Doximity: Doximity is the largest U.S. physician network, including dermatologists, and increasingly distributes medical news, CME, and pharma-sponsored content to its verified HCP audience. It competes with Dermatology Times for dermatologist attention and digital HCP ad spend.
• MedPage Today: MedPage Today is a medical news outlet covering clinical research and policy across specialties including dermatology. It competes for dermatologist readership and pharma-sponsored medical news content as part of a multi-specialty portfolio.
• Medscape Dermatology: Medscape, owned by WebMD/Internet Brands, is one of the largest physician media platforms and includes a dedicated dermatology section. It serves the same dermatologist audience and competes for the same pharma advertising dollars but as part of a broad multi-specialty portfolio.

Emerging players

• Physician's Weekly: Physician's Weekly is a clinician-targeted medical news and education platform serving multiple specialties. It overlaps with Dermatology Times in targeting HCPs for clinical news and sponsored education content.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/DermTimesNow
• Facebookfacebook.com/DermatologyTimes

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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