Ted Talks: How to be Convincing
Ted Rosen, MD, FAADEditor-in-Chief Nothing is so unbelievable that oratory cannot make it acceptable.” -Cicero 106BC-43BC In ancient times, two words were often used to describe persuasive public speaking: “oratory” and “rhetoric.” Both words have suffered a bit of negative connotation over the centuries. The former is considered to be exaggerated, flowery language while the […]
Treatment of Lichen Planopilaris with Targeted Narrow Band UVB
Dr. Maryanne M. Senna discusses her study investigating the use of narrowband ultraviolet B phototherapy in adults with lichen planopilaris. Maryanne M. Senna, MDAssistant Professor of Dermatology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts “Narrowband ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) phototherapy with a commercially available fiberoptic brush (Levia LiteBrush (The Daavlin Company) is an easy, self-administered procedure that should be […]
Successful Cellulite Treatments
Dr. Michael Kaminer discusses what’s new and what works in cellulite treatment, including research insights, specific devices, and an individualized patient approach. Michael Kaminer, MD, Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology, Yale Medical School, New Haven, Connecticut “I think one of the things that’s new in cellulite is we have a much better understanding of what […]
Diagnosing Melanocytic Tumors
Dr. Jeffrey North discusses diagnosing difficult tumors that have conflicting histopathologic criteria, including advanced testing methods and the importance of risk stratification. Jeffrey North, MD, Managing Director & Associate Professor of Pathology and Dermatology, The University of California, San Francisco “Many tumors that we look at under the microscope have very distinct features when they’re […]
Scrutinizing Red Scrotum Syndrome
Dr. Ted Rosen discusses a comprehensive literature-based review that puts red scrotum, the “uncommon but terribly distressing disorder” syndrome, into perspective. Ted Rosen, MD, FAADProfessor of Dermatology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas “As [Khalil S., et al] point out, the precise cause of red scrotum syndrome remains unknown. Leading theories include rebound vasodilation following prolonged […]
Skin Solutions for Shaving (Down There)
Dr. Dee Anna Glaser discusses the nuances of haircare in personal areas to avoid ingrown hairs and promote healthy skin. Dee Anna Glaser, MD, Professor, Department of Dermatology, St. Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri “At the Fall Clinical this year, I spoke to the audience about personal haircare and really focused on […]
Tips for Using Antibiotics to Treat Acne
Dr. Emmy Graber discusses several ways dermatologists can practice good antibiotic stewardship when treating acne patients. Emmy Graber, MD, MBA, President, The Dermatology Institute of Boston, and Affiliate Clinical Instructor, Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts “Antibiotic stewardship… is a term that we’re throwing around a lot these days and it’s an initiative, really, to promote the appropriate use […]
Making PDT Painless While Optimizing Efficacy
Photodynamic therapy has become a safe, effective, and painless option for treating actinic keratosis. In part 1 of this 3-part podcast series, The Real World of PDT, Drs. George Martin and Edward Maytin discuss the evolution of photodynamic therapy protocols, including daylight mediated PDT, in-office painless parameters, and pretreatment with vitamin D. Listen to More…Drs. Martin […]
Pearls For Utilizing Sarecycline In Your Practice
Oral antibiotics are frequently used to treat moderate to severe acne. In the final podcast in this 3-part series, Emmy Graber, MD, MBA, President, The Dermatology Institute of Boston, and Affiliate Clinical Instructor, Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts, shares pearls for using sarecycline as an oral antibiotic therapy for acne. About This Series The Dermatology Digest’s 3-part educational […]
Literature Lessons – November
Including the latest on psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, infectious disease, hidradenitis suppurativa, rheumatologic diseases, and more. GENERAL DERMATOLOGY Topical ivermectin 1% cream (Soolantra) proved effective as an INSECT REPELLANT in this small (N = 2) observational case report. The bites averted were due to “No-See-Ums” or tiny, seasonal mosquito-like insects. TO READ MORE: Liu D, et […]