ARM 2023: Acne, Rosacea, and Atopic Dermatitis

Dr. Emmy Graber discusses this year’s Acne and Rosacea Meeting (Arm) series, including expanding to include a separate day dedicated to discussions on atopic dermatitis. “In the past, our meetings focused solely on acne and rosacea. This year things are going to be a little bit different because this is going to be a two-part […]

Updates on AFX and PDS Skin Cancers

Dr. Charlene Lam discusses atypical fibroxanthoma (AFX) and pleomorphic dermal sarcoma, (PDS), including nomenclature changes, distinguishing features, and the importance of strict margin control.  Charlene Lam, MD, MPH, Mohs surgeon and Associate Professor of Dermatology, Penn State University, Hershey, Pennsylvania   “During our session on rare tumors, I focused on atypical fibroxanthoma (AFX) and pleomorphic […]

New in Skin: Clean, Green, and Freshly Activated

Dr. Patricia Farris discusses a variety of skincare trends, including clean beauty, green beauty, and a new concept: freshly activated beauty.  In this exclusive podcast for The Dermatology Digest, Dr. Patricia Farris, board-certified dermatologist, Sanova Dermatology, Metairie, Louisiana, discusses a variety of skincare trends, including clean beauty, green beauty, and a new concept: freshly activated beauty.  Related: Skincare Trends: Clean Beauty and […]

CBD and Exosomes in Dermatology

Dr. Todd Schlesinger discusses cannabinoids and exosomes, including receptors and regulatory outputs, key discoveries, and anecdotal findings exosomes in dermatologic treatment.  Todd Schlesinger, MD, FAAD, Medical Director, Dermatology & Laser Center of Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina. “We talked about cannabidiol and its possible uses in dermatology,” said Todd Schlesinger, MD, FAAD, who presented “Novel Ingredients: […]

State of Diversity in Dermatology

The key to reducing disparities in healthcare is providing culturally sensitive and unbiased quality care. In the final video of this series, Dr. Amy McMichael swings full circle in our journey to discuss the current state of cultural diversity in dermatology for a more culturally competent community.   About This Series This educational video series highlights discussions […]

Talking Toxin Duration

Dr. Ted Lain discusses dose duration among neurotoxins, including efficacy, endpoints, and patient expectations. Ted Lain, MD, MBA, board-certified dermatologist and Chief Medical Officer, Sanova Dermatology, Austin, Texas. “The genesis of the talk came from my involvement as an investigator in the Botox (onabotulinum toxin) dose escalation trial. We looked at 20 units in the […]

Noninvasive Body Contouring Insights 

Dr. Jeanine Downie discusses non-Invasive fat removal, including evolution of technology, treatment approach, results, and combination therapies.  Jeanine B. Downie, MD, Director, Image Dermatology, Montclair, New Jersey “This is a lecture I gave … where we talked about noninvasive fat melting/body contouring and did [a demonstration] with the LIPOcel (Perigee) device,” said Jeanine B. Downie, MD, […]

Treating HS in Patients with Cancer or Chronic Infections 

Dr. Steve Daveluy discusses treating hidradenitis suppurativa concomitant with chronic infections or malignancy and provides tips for therapy selection in HS patients with health issues that complicate treatment. Steve Daveluy, MD, Associate Professor and Program Director, Wayne State Dermatology, Detroit, Michigan, and President, Michigan Dermatological Society. “I covered chronic infections, including tuberculosis, hepatitis, and HIV, […]

Update On Non-Surgical Hair Growth

The alopecia areata treatment landscape continues to make important advancements. In part 2 of this educational series, Dr. Doris Day discusses hair loss triggers as well as new and future hair loss treatments, including topicals, supplements, prescription, and those performed in office.  About this Series Evidence-based advancements and therapeutic options continue to emerge in the […]

Clock Genes and Skincare

Dr. Ava Shamban discusses circadian rhythm and skincare efficacy, including the role of photoreceptors in the skin, optimal ingredient timing, and the need for more research.   Ava Shamban, MD, Board-Certified Dermatologist, Ava MD, Santa Monica, California “It’s very interesting to me the whole topic of clock genes, how it affects or body, in general, and […]