Common Skin Conditions in Dermatology: A Model of Cultural Humility
The key to reducing disparities in healthcare is providing culturally sensitive and unbiased quality care. In the second video in this series, Dr. Loren Krueger discusses the role culture, race, ethnicity, gender identity, and more play in dermatologic disease, as well as the diseases that disproportionately affect skin of color. About This Series This educational video […]
Advancements in Vitiligo Surgery
Dr. Iltefat Hamzavi discusses surgical options in vitiligo treatment, including skin grafting approaches and the melanocyte keratinocyte transplant procedure. Iltefat Hamzavi, MD, Senior Staff Physician at Henry Ford Health System’s Department of Dermatology, and dermatologist at Hamzavi Dermatology and Dermatology Specialists in Detroit, Michigan “The key pillars [of medical vitiligo treatment] are addressing triggers, managing immunology, and […]
Phototherapy for Skin Disease
Dr. Elizabeth Buzney discusses the role phototherapy continues to play in dermatology as an effective and safe treatment option for psoriasis and other skin diseases. “I’m just going to get right to the punchline. It’s unequivocally, yes. There is a role for phototherapy in 2023, despite this being an era of biologics and small molecules,” […]
Avoiding and Treating Laser-induced Hypopigmentation
Dr. Jill Waibel discusses lasering responsibly to avoid hypopigmentation, including recommendations for continued training and colleague collaborations, as well as repigmenting solutions. Jill S. Waibel, MD, Chief of Dermatology, Baptist Hospital; Voluntary Assistant Faculty, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine; and Owner, Miami Dermatology and Laser Institute, Miami, Florida “I had a patient who […]
Laser Safety in Skin of Color
Dr. Gilly Munavalli shares tips and tricks for using laser devices to safely treat skin of color. Gilly Munavalli, MD, MHS, FACMS, Medical Director/Founder, Dermatology, Laser, & Vein Specialists of the Carolinas, Charlotte, North Carolina “The whole session was centered around trying to be more comfortable with treating skin of color patients,” said Gilly Munavalli, MD, […]
Addressing Women’s Health in Dermatology
Dr. Michael Gold discusses medical versus aesthetic use of devices for treating women’s concerns, such as urinary incontinence, with an emphasis on those backed by scientific research. Michael H. Gold, MD, Medical Director, Gold Skin Care Center, and Tennessee Clinical Research Center, Nashville, Tennessee “We’ve had this exciting treatment scenario for several years where we can […]
Treating Alopecia Areata: Essential Management Strategies
Glynis Ablon, MD, introduces The Dermatology Digest’s educational video series designed to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction in the treatment of alopecia areata, including an examination of disease pathophysiology, epidemiology, new and emerging systemic therapies, and more. About this Series Evidence-based advancements and therapeutic options continue to emerge in the treatment of alopecia areata. This educational video series includes five discussions […]
Cosmeceutical Ingredients for Pigment
Dr. Diane Berson discusses cosmeceutical ingredients that target pigmentary issues, including those that decrease melanin production, interfere with melanin transfer, or remove melanin. Diane S. Berson, MD, Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology, Weill Medical College, Cornell University, New York, New York “We no longer have the ability to use hydroquinone for over-the-counter skin care products […]
Off-Label Pearl
The authors discuss their experience treating an adult patient with Upadacitinib for dystrophic nails, yielding excellent results. Upadacitinib for Destructive Nail Dystrophy By Margaret DiRuggiero, BSa; Emily Hall, DNPCb Douglas DiRuggiero, DMSc, PA-Cb; and John Chung, MDb a. United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO b. Skin Cancer and Cosmetic Dermatology, Dalton & Rome, GA A 29-year-old […]
Managing Lichen Planus
Dr. Adam Friedman discusses off-label lichen planus treatments that show promise for treating the disease. Adam Friedman, MD, FAAD, Professor and Chair of Dermatology, The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, Washington, DC “This is a condition that affects skin, potentially hair, nails, and mucous membranes, and is extraordinarily disabling both due […]