Conclusions of JAK Inhibitor vs Systemic Immunosuppressant Safety Study
September 6th 2023Christopher Bunick, MD, PhD, presents the conclusions and major take-aways of the study comparing the safety of Janus Kinase (JAK) inhibitors and systemic immunosuppressants in the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD).
Role of Advanced Practice Providers in Plaque Psoriasis Treatment Follow-Up
Lakshi Aldredge, MSN, ANP-BC, comments on the role of nurse practitioners and physician assistants in plaque psoriasis treatment management. Jennifer Conner, MPAS, PA-C, reviews the long-term considerations with systemic therapy.
Safety Profile of TYK2 Inhibitors in Plaque Psoriasis Treatment
Laura Bush, DMSc, PA-C, and Terry Faleye, MPAS, PA-C, reviews the safety data of TYK2 inhibitors compared to other systemic agents in the same class.
A Patient’s Experience of Atopic Dermatitis Initial Symptoms and Impact on QoL
September 6th 2023Jennifer Holman, MD, FAAD, and her patient, Audrey Dean, discuss Audrey’s initial symptoms and how the disease impacted her quality of life (QoL). Jennifer Holman reflects on how her practice and approaches have changed as she learned more about the daily impact of atopic dermatitis.
Use of Systemic Treatment in Plaque Psoriasis
Dermatology experts discuss the use of systemic therapy in plaque psoriasis and determining patient response to treatment, also commenting on the use of PASI scoring in the clinical setting.
Patient Case #2: 23-Year-Old Female With Plaque Psoriasis
Jennifer Conner, MPAS, PA-C, and Terry Faleye, MPAS, PA-C, review a case of a young adult female with plaque psoriasis on the elbows, thighs, and scalp, and discuss switching systemic treatments to accommodate her lifestyle.
Importance of Long-Term Safety Data in Plaque Psoriasis Treatment
Lakshi Aldredge, MSN, ANP-BC, comments on the implications of long-term safety data in patients who may not have responded to initial treatment of plaque psoriasis.
Systemic Treatment Options in Plaque Psoriasis
Laura Bush, DMSc, PA-C, provides an overview of systemic treatment options for patients with plaque psoriasis, highlighting the follow-up process once treatment has been implemented.
CASE 1 Presentation: 60-year-old African American Woman With GPP
August 17th 2023Erin Boh, MD, presents the case of a 60-year-old African American woman with generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) covering her medical history, initial presentation, potential disease trigger, highlighting important comorbidities of concern and their impact on treatment selection.
Experts Present Background on JAK Inhibitor vs Systemic Immunosuppressant Safety Study
August 16th 2023Christopher Bunick, MD, PhD, introduces the objectives and design of a study comparing the safety of Janus Kinase (JAK) inhibitors and systemic immunosuppressants in the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD).
Escalating Treatment From Topical to Systemic in Plaque Psoriasis
Jennifer Conner, MPAS, PA-C, and Lakshi Aldredge, MSN, ANP-BC, comment on approaches to escalating treatment of plaque psoriasis from topical therapy to systemic therapy and initiating that conversation with the patient.
Patient Case #1: 50-Year-Old Female With Plaque Psoriasis
Experts in dermatology review a case of a patient with plaque psoriasis concentrated on her hands and discuss taking the patient’s preferences into consideration when selecting treatment.