Authors


Karen Jacobson-Sive

Latest:

Breakthrough CRISPR/Cas9 Technique Achieves 95% Exon Deletion for Epidermolysis Bullosa Treatment

A new method using 2 single-guide RNA/Cas9 tools to target 3 specific COL7A1 gene segments with harmful mutations successfully removed up to 95% of those segments.


Mary Scoviak, Managing Editor

Latest:

Patch Effective in Extracting Transcriptomes for Precision Medicine in Psoriasis

Minimally invasive method outperformed tape stripping in a recent study.


Jodi Westfall, NP

Latest:

Treating Dermatological Conditions by Going Beyond the Skin

Jodi Westfall, NP, explains how she improves common skin conditions traditionally and from a metabolic perspective.


Angela Lamb, MD

Latest:

Gaps in Management of AD SOC Patients

Drs Angela Lamb, Omar Noor, and Neal Bhatia share what they consider to be the biggest gaps in care for patients with SOC: patient/provider education, building trust, and appropriate diagnosis of AD.


Carol Stryker

Latest:

6 Steps to Hiring Great Practice Staff

An expert details the ways to gain and retain new practice staff.


Joseph Zabinski, PhD, MEM

Latest:

Joseph Zabinski, PhD, MEM: Navigating the Future of AI in Skin Cancer Detection

Zabinski, vice president and head of commercial strategy and AI at OM1, discusses the evolving role of AI in dermatology, focusing on its potential and challenges in skin cancer detection.


Meghan Heberton, MD

Latest:

Oncodermatology: An Emerging Field

At the SPDA conference, Meghan Heberton, MD, told attendees about the importance of oncodermatology in patient care.


Chris Mazzolini

Latest:

Are AI assistants key to fixing physician burnout?

The results of physician trials led by the AAFP Innovation Lab are very promising.


Philip Mease, MD

Latest:

Philip Mease, MD, Discusses Head-to-Head BE BOLD Clinical Trial

Mease, the lead investigator on the trial, spoke about comparing varying mechanisms of action, primary and secondary endpoints, and how the results of BE BOLD could affect treatment choices.


Ashley Buehnerkemper

Latest:

Is PR a part of your marketing plan?

Ashley Buehnerkemper, director of marketing at VitalSkin Dermatology, discusses what steps you can take to make public relations an active piece of your practice marketing.


Kristine Kucera, PA-C, MPAS, DHS

Latest:

Quality of Life + Closing Thoughts

Mickey Bryson describes the impact of atopic dermatitis on his quality of life and family, and the session concludes with final reflections.


Rukiyah T. Van Dross-Anderson, PhD

Latest:

Innovative Melanoma Treatment Among NCInnovation's $5.2 Million Research Funding Recipients

Michelle Bolas and Rukiyah T. Van Dross-Anderson, PhD, discuss the significance of NCInnovations’ funding and the clinical impact of Van Dross-Anderson's research in patients with advanced melanoma.


Robert Kronemeyer

Latest:

Full Pipeline, Customized Diagnoses Expand Options for Rosacea

Challenges with overlaps in diagnosis and classification based on rosacea’s 4 subtypes are creating a new focus on features of the condition in each patient. A pipeline of new drugs awaiting FDA approvals could further expand options.



Anna De Benedetto, MD

Latest:

The Science of Atopic Dermatitis With Anna De Benedetto, MD

De Benedetto shares her expertise on new discoveries in the science of atopic dermatitis at RAD 2023.


Tammy Lemke

Latest:

How to get the right fit when hiring

Expert tips and techniques on the best ways to select, hire and retain the right people for your team.


Abby L. Allen, RN, NP

Latest:

Abby L. Allen, RN, NP: Update on Biologics for Atopic Dermatitis

What are some of the challenges and triumphs in using biologics for atopic dermatitis? Abby L. Allen, RN, NP, shares insights at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting.



Ronda Farah, MD

Latest:

What’s New in Hair Loss Therapies and Exosomes?

Ronda Farah, MD, FAAD, reviews top hair loss pearls from her 5 sessions at AAD 2024.


Fazila Rajab

Latest:

Chromhidrosis: A Rare Clinical Finding

In rare cases, chromhidrosis may be associated with underlying medical conditions, such as hyperthyroidism, dermatitis herpetiformis, and multiple myeloma.


Amber Blair, MMS, PA-C

Latest:

Amber Blair, PA-C, Shares Innovative Insights as SDPA President-Elect

Renata Block, MMS, PA-C, and Amber Blair, MMS, PA-C, discuss the gratification of helping patients and the excitement of being on the cutting edge of research.


Susan Taylor, MD, FAAD

Latest:

Diversity in Clinical Trials

Susan Taylor, MD, explained the current state of diversity in clinical trials, what is going well, and opportunities to improve.


John Nadglowski

Latest:

Stop the stigma of weight bias

Physicians have a role in stamping out weight bias.


Joan Merrill, MD

Latest:

Phase 2 SLEek Clinical Trials Showed Promising Results for Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Joan Merrill, MD, explained the study's efficacy and safety outcomes and looks forward to phase 3 trials ahead.


Ruth Ann Vleugels, MD, MPH, MBA

Latest:

Other Treatments to Incorporate With JAK Inhibitors

Ruth Ann Vleugels, MD, MPH, MBA, delves into patient-specific considerations and action plans when on a JAK inhibitor, including shingles prevention and management.


Elenitsa Sebat, MS, PA-C

Latest:

SDPA Literature Review Session Shares Clinical Pearls

This special literature review yields a deeper understanding of issues like treating acne, nutraceuticals, and more.


Henry W. Lim, MD

Latest:

Global Hidradenitis Suppurativa Atlas Produces Report Aimed at Advancing Knowledge and Awareness of HS

Henry Lim, MD, discusses key findings and areas of improvement identified by the report, as well as his hopes for HS treatment moving forward.


Aaron Funk

Latest:

Administrative Burden of Prescribing Biologics

Prescribing biologics can require a complex approval and claims process. Creating a tiered system based on office workload can help practices understand and allocate staff time. Outsourcing approvals to pharmacies where possible can also streamline the process.


Andrew Blauvelt, MD, MBA

Latest:

Patient Case #3: 32-Year-Old Male With AD

Expert dermatologists review a final case about a 32-year-old male with AD, highlighting systemic therapy as first-line treatment.


Jack Arbiser, MD, PhD

Latest:

The Connection Between COVID Lung Lesions and Skin Lesions

Jack Arbiser, MD, PhD conducted research in a recent study to observe the impact R-propranolol has on broad-spectrum anti-coronavirus activity.

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