The Psoriasis Pipeline
Dr. Andrew Blauvelt discusses new possibilities in the psoriasis treatment pipeline, from an investigational biologic with unprecedented efficacy, to promising new oral TYK2 options and new strategies for oral drug delivery. Andrew Blauvelt, MD, MBA, Dermatologist, Portland, Oregon, and Investigator, Oregon Medical Research Center “I’m excited about the psoriasis pipeline. It’s different than in the past. […]
Tips for Achieving Optimal Outcomes with Infraorbital Fillers
Dr. Robyn Siperstein shares her experience with more than 1,000 infraorbital filler cases and how to overcome challenges and achieve optimal results when injecting this inherently difficult facial area. Robyn Siperstein, MD, board-certified dermatologist, Boca Raton and Boynton Beach, Florida “The area under the eye is a very difficult location to inject for many reasons—mostly […]
Managing AD: A Panel Discussion on the Shared Decision Model
Dr. Peter Lio moderates a panel discussion that brings together various perspectives on using the shared decision model in the treatment of atopic dermatitis with Physician Assistant Cynthia Trickett, Biologics Coordinator Janelle Ball, and AD patient Holly Adler. About the Skin Itch Video Series This educational video series examines the available science and support available to […]
Nutricosmeceuticals for the Derm Practice
Dr. Jeanine Downie shares her experiences, personally and in practice, with cosmeceuticals and nutricosmeceuticals, and why it’s important that dermatologists claim their share of sales for these popular skin care options. Jeanine Downie, MD, FAAD, Image Dermatology P.C., Montclair, NJ “Basically, I discussed WIIFM? (what’s in it for me?). We’re the scientists. Dermatologists are the […]
Dos and Don’ts of AK Management
Actinic keratoses are the second most common reason patients visit the dermatologist. In the final podcast in this 3-part educational program, Dr. Neal Bhatia discusses tips and provides advice for AK management, treatment, reimbursement, and more. Here’s Dr. Bhatia Podcast 1: Clinical Characteristics of Actinic Keratosis Podcast 2: New and Emerging Topical Treatments for AKs About […]
Literature Lessons – January
Including the latest on general and pediatric dermatology, contact dermatitis, cutaneous oncology, infectious disease, and more. GENERAL DERMATOLOGY Though touted as an aid to recovery from severe injury, GLUTAMINE SUPPLEMENTATION (through a feeding tube or orally) failed to reduce either time to discharge alive or mortality rate among 1200 randomized deep second- or third-degree thermal […]
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Individual Field Therapies and Cryo
Photodynamic therapy has become a safe, effective, and painless option for treating actinic keratosis. In the final podcast in this 3-part series, The Real World of PDT, Drs. George Martin and Ted Rosen discuss the range of FDA-approved field therapies, including on- and off-label protocols to enhance efficacy, decrease side effects, and increase patient compliance. Listen to […]
Understanding Herbal-based Therapies
Dr. Carl Thornfeldt discusses the science behind herbal-based therapies as well as the complexities of herbal therapy product development. Carl Thornfeldt, MD, CT Derm Pc, Fruitland, Idaho, and Owner Epionce and Thornfeldt and Associates Research “Herbal therapy is focused on the secondary metabolites—the primary bioactives in herbal extracts. They are in the plant to protect […]
The Microbiome and Skin Cancer
Dr. Laurin Council discusses research suggesting a relationship between the microbiome and skin cancer, including how the microbiome can be oncogenic or tumor suppressive. M. Laurin Council, MD, MBA, FAAD, FACMS, Professor of Dermatology, Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri “At first you might think, what relationship would the microbiome have with skin cancer? Well, we […]
Guest Editorial: Rajani Katta, MD
How Healthy Is Your Career? Rajani Katta, MDClinical Professor of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical School, at Houston “A fulfilling career is waiting for those brave enough to find it.” — Richard Branson Picture this: You show up for your annual check-up. The nurse measures your height and weight (so far so good). Then the […]