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FDA Alerts
08/10/2023
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug...
08/10/2023
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News
01/31/2023
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a...
01/31/2023
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Videos
01/17/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses...
01/17/2022
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Videos
01/09/2022
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath,...
01/09/2022
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News
12/23/2021
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology...
12/23/2021
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News
12/18/2021
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in...
12/18/2021
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News
12/13/2021
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is...
12/13/2021
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News
04/13/2021
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid...
04/13/2021
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News
01/29/2021
A high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and insulin resistance exists in pre-pubertal children with psoriasis, according to a recent publication in the European Journal of Pediatrics.
A high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and insulin resistance exists in pre-pubertal children with psoriasis, according to a recent publication in the European Journal of Pediatrics.
A high prevalence of metabolic...
01/29/2021
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News
01/04/2021
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in adults with psoriasis is common, but standard use in a similar pediatric population has not been established. A qualitative study supports the content validity of the Itch NRS for pediatric...
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in adults with psoriasis is common, but standard use in a similar pediatric population has not been established. A qualitative study supports the content validity of the Itch NRS for pediatric...
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating...
01/04/2021
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Q&As
12/14/2020
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
...
12/14/2020
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Expert Insights

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Videos
01/17/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses...
01/17/2022
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CH
Videos
01/09/2022
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath,...
01/09/2022
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Q&As
12/14/2020
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
...
12/14/2020
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Podcasts
10/02/2020
Candrice Heath, MD, shared her insights on treating pediatric patients, and why it is important for all dermatologists, including those who only see adults, to learn about treating younger patients.
Candrice Heath, MD, shared her insights on treating pediatric patients, and why it is important for all dermatologists, including those who only see adults, to learn about treating younger patients.
Candrice Heath, MD, shared her...
10/02/2020
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More to Skin Than Meets the Eye: Bullying and Childhood Skin Conditions
Cover Story
09/11/2020
Bullying is common in childhood, and children with visible skin conditions can be highly vulnerable. Dermatologists can play a critical role into helping their pediatric patients through early screening and management.
Bullying is common in childhood, and children with visible skin conditions can be highly vulnerable. Dermatologists can play a critical role into helping their pediatric patients through early screening and management.
Bullying is common in childhood,...
09/11/2020
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Feature Story
02/13/2020
Peter Sonnenreich, Mary Anne Dunkin
Without approved treatment options for molluscum contagiosum, doctors have differing opinions on how and even whether to treat. Recent interviews with dermatologists and pediatricians offer insight into the treatments that these two...
Without approved treatment options for molluscum contagiosum, doctors have differing opinions on how and even whether to treat. Recent interviews with dermatologists and pediatricians offer insight into the treatments that these two...
Without approved treatment...
02/13/2020
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Dr. Adam Friedman and Jaya Manjunath
Podcasts
10/16/2024
Collaboration and consideration are key to a successful medical intervention.
Collaboration and consideration are key to a successful medical intervention.
Collaboration and consideration...
10/16/2024
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Cover Story
10/07/2024
This precision medicine approach to inflammatory skin disease prioritizes a view of the skin microbiome by utilizing bacteriophage therapy, the viruses that target and destroy specific strains of bacteria, based on individual patient skin...
This precision medicine approach to inflammatory skin disease prioritizes a view of the skin microbiome by utilizing bacteriophage therapy, the viruses that target and destroy specific strains of bacteria, based on individual patient skin...
This precision medicine approach...
10/07/2024
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Feature Story
10/07/2024
The implementation of a dedicated shelf exam for dermatology can help standardize fourth-year rotations, leveling the playing field for students from less-prestigious medical schools and helping them demonstrate their enthusiasm for our...
The implementation of a dedicated shelf exam for dermatology can help standardize fourth-year rotations, leveling the playing field for students from less-prestigious medical schools and helping them demonstrate their enthusiasm for our...
The implementation of a...
10/07/2024
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Sadick
Videos
09/12/2024
In this interview, Dr Sadick explores cutting-edge advancements in regenerative medicine, including PRP, exosomes, and cell banking, and their potential to revolutionize dermatology. Key insights are provided on emerging technologies and...
In this interview, Dr Sadick explores cutting-edge advancements in regenerative medicine, including PRP, exosomes, and cell banking, and their potential to revolutionize dermatology. Key insights are provided on emerging technologies and...
In this interview, Dr Sadick...
09/12/2024
The Dermatologist
Cover Story
09/06/2024
By addressing specific needs at each stage, dermatologists can provide comprehensive and empathetic care, enhancing both the health and confidence of their patients.
By addressing specific needs at each stage, dermatologists can provide comprehensive and empathetic care, enhancing both the health and confidence of their patients.
By addressing specific needs at...
09/06/2024
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Feature Story
09/06/2024
This article discusses natural alternatives to conventional treatments and explains how many conventional dermatology treatments can be considered natural themselves.
This article discusses natural alternatives to conventional treatments and explains how many conventional dermatology treatments can be considered natural themselves.
This article discusses natural...
09/06/2024
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Feature Story
08/05/2024
Have natural language processing and large language models matured enough to support implementation of artificial intelligence-assisted scribing in the right clinical setting?
Have natural language processing and large language models matured enough to support implementation of artificial intelligence-assisted scribing in the right clinical setting?
Have natural language processing...
08/05/2024
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Cover Story
08/05/2024
This case-based discussion highlights the importance of integrating clinical knowledge with the individualized patient scenario.
This case-based discussion highlights the importance of integrating clinical knowledge with the individualized patient scenario.
This case-based discussion...
08/05/2024
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Dr Adam Friedman
Podcasts
06/21/2024
Climbing the mountain to get to dermatology residency is bone breaking enough, but what about the next apex, even more specialized training such as a Dermatopathology Fellowship?
Climbing the mountain to get to dermatology residency is bone breaking enough, but what about the next apex, even more specialized training such as a Dermatopathology Fellowship?
Climbing the mountain to get to...
06/21/2024
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News and Quizzes

FDA Alerts
08/10/2023
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug...
08/10/2023
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News
01/31/2023
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a...
01/31/2023
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News
12/23/2021
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology...
12/23/2021
The Dermatologist
News
12/18/2021
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in...
12/18/2021
The Dermatologist
News
12/13/2021
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is...
12/13/2021
The Dermatologist
News
04/13/2021
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid...
04/13/2021
The Dermatologist
News
01/29/2021
A high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and insulin resistance exists in pre-pubertal children with psoriasis, according to a recent publication in the European Journal of Pediatrics.
A high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and insulin resistance exists in pre-pubertal children with psoriasis, according to a recent publication in the European Journal of Pediatrics.
A high prevalence of metabolic...
01/29/2021
The Dermatologist
News
01/04/2021
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in adults with psoriasis is common, but standard use in a similar pediatric population has not been established. A qualitative study supports the content validity of the Itch NRS for pediatric...
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in adults with psoriasis is common, but standard use in a similar pediatric population has not been established. A qualitative study supports the content validity of the Itch NRS for pediatric...
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating...
01/04/2021
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News
12/01/2017
Atopic dermatitis, commonly known as eczema, is a widely prevalent disease. In a recent study, researchers aimed to identify subphenotypes of atopic dermatitis in children.
Atopic dermatitis, commonly known as eczema, is a widely prevalent disease. In a recent study, researchers aimed to identify subphenotypes of atopic dermatitis in children.
Atopic dermatitis, commonly...
12/01/2017
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News
11/27/2017
Parent-provided smartphone photographs can be used to help diagnose skin conditions in pediatric patients, according to a recent study.
Parent-provided smartphone photographs can be used to help diagnose skin conditions in pediatric patients, according to a recent study.
Parent-provided smartphone...
11/27/2017
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Atopic dermatitis
Quiz
11/11/2024
1. What alternative therapies does Dr Swanson suggest for children who have difficulty adhering to topical treatment regimens?a) Antibioticsb) Injectable or oral medicationsc) UV light therapyd) Homeopathic remedies2. According to Dr Swanson,...
1. What alternative therapies does Dr Swanson suggest for children who have difficulty adhering to topical treatment regimens?a) Antibioticsb) Injectable or oral medicationsc) UV light therapyd) Homeopathic remedies2. According to Dr Swanson,...
1. What alternative therapies...
11/11/2024
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rosacea
News
10/31/2024
A standardized set of outcomes could facilitate more effective data comparison across studies, improving research and clinical care for rosacea.
A standardized set of outcomes could facilitate more effective data comparison across studies, improving research and clinical care for rosacea.
A standardized set of outcomes...
10/31/2024
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Hidradenitis Suppurativa
News
10/31/2024
Currently, treatment for HS includes both topical and systemic medications, as well as a variety of surgical interventions.
Currently, treatment for HS includes both topical and systemic medications, as well as a variety of surgical interventions.
Currently, treatment for HS...
10/31/2024
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acne
News
10/31/2024
A recent review highlighted the safety of topical clindamycin, a popular antibiotic treatment for acne vulgaris.
A recent review highlighted the safety of topical clindamycin, a popular antibiotic treatment for acne vulgaris.
A recent review highlighted the...
10/31/2024
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psoriasis
Quiz
10/18/2024
What were the primary findings regarding the long-term safety of risankizumab?
What were the primary findings regarding the long-term safety of risankizumab?
What were the primary findings...
10/18/2024
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Brain
Quiz
10/10/2024
What was the first barrier to mental health support for patients with atopic dermatitis identified in the NEA survey?
What was the first barrier to mental health support for patients with atopic dermatitis identified in the NEA survey?
What was the first barrier to...
10/10/2024
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psoriasis
News
09/25/2024
A literature review was conducted to explore recent studies focusing on diagnostic approaches and treatment options for nail psoriasis and nail lichen planus.
A literature review was conducted to explore recent studies focusing on diagnostic approaches and treatment options for nail psoriasis and nail lichen planus.
A literature review was...
09/25/2024
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psoriatic arthritis
News
09/25/2024
One of the primary diagnostic challenges is recognizing early inflammatory signs in the synovium and enthesis.
One of the primary diagnostic challenges is recognizing early inflammatory signs in the synovium and enthesis.
One of the primary diagnostic...
09/25/2024
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PsA
FDA Alerts
09/24/2024
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved UCB’s BIMZELX (bimekizumab-bkzx), an IL-17A and IL-17F inhibitor, for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis (PsA).
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved UCB’s BIMZELX (bimekizumab-bkzx), an IL-17A and IL-17F inhibitor, for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis (PsA).
The US Food and Drug...
09/24/2024
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