Diversifying Dermatologic Care: Unmet Needs & Challenges

In this podcast, Dr Shilpi Khetarpal delve into the challenges and opportunities in providing dermatological care to diverse populations.

She shares insights from her recent session at the 2024 AAD annual meeting, emphasizing the critical importance of addressing the unique therapeutic, aesthetic, and investigational needs of patients from diverse demographic backgrounds.

Interview Questions

1. What unmet needs have you identified in providing dermatological care to diverse populations, and how do these needs differ across various demographic groups?
2. What factors should dermatologists consider when addressing the unmet needs in diverse populations? Are there specific patient characteristics that guide your decision-making process?
3. Can you discuss some of the challenges you've encountered in addressing the therapeutic needs of diverse populations, and what strategies have you found effective in overcoming these challenges?
4. In terms of aesthetic approaches, how do you ensure inclusivity and cultural sensitivity when recommending treatments to patients from diverse backgrounds?
5. What investigational approaches or research initiatives do you believe hold promise in addressing the unmet needs of diverse populations in dermatology, and what are the potential implications of these approaches for future patient care?
6. How do you foster diversity and inclusion within your practice to ensure that patients from all backgrounds receive equitable access to dermatological treatments and care?
7. As we continue to see advancements in dermatologic treatments, where do you see the future of addressing the unmet needs in diverse populations, and what potential developments or innovations are you excited about?