JUNE 2000 PRESS RELEASE
The Dermatology Market — An E-Health Model
Jacksonville, OR (June 19th, 2000): There’s an estimated $8.1 billion worldwide market for retail skin care products (Feedback Research Services; Prescription & Consumer Dermatology Markets). Web-savvy dermatologists have recognized and taken advantage of this trend by directly marketing products and services to their patients and anyone else who uses the Internet.
In June 1999, informal surveys were conducted by Feedback Research Services that identified recent changes in dermatology practices. Representatives of several small and medium size clinics and academic dermatology departments located in different regions of the United States all indicated that there was higher demand for general skin care information and product recommendations. Entrepreneurial dermatologists have responded to these needs by developing "physician formula" lines of cleansers, moisturizers, sunscreens, and other products to generate new sales opportunities.
Nationwide, statistics comparing cosmetic surgery procedures performed in 1992 and 1998 show significant total volume growth as well as increases in the number of men who choose liposuction and face lifts (American Society Of Plastic Surgeons; Arlington Heights IL). At this rate, the U.S. cosmetic surgery market could account for more than $3.0 billion in revenues in 2000 (Feedback Research Services).
The Prescription & Consumer Dermatology Markets report describes revenues and growth rates from 1995 through 2005 for prescription drug and retail skin care product segments. Profiles focus on companies in the biotechnology, consumer/cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries. This 128-page report includes the January 2000 newsletter and sells for $495.00.