Dermatology Times Staff

The Orlando Dermatology Aesthetic & Clinical Conference (ODAC), formerly known as Orlando Derm, is scheduled for January 18-21 at the JW Marriott in Orlando.

Crown Laboratories has acquired Bellus Medical, allowing the firm to secure a variety of noninvasive aesthetic products, according to a company news release.

Almirall has closed on an agreement to acquire Allergan’s medical dermatology unit in the United States for $550 million.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved clearance for a new acne treatment that selectively targets sebaceous glands, according to a news release.

Proscia Inc., a digital technology company specializing in the development of artificial intelligence applications and software for digital pathology, recently secured $8.3 million in an initial round of financing.

We've gathered eight of our most interesting Legal Eagle articles from 2018, in which Dr. David J. Goldberg helps navigate some of the most complicated legal questions facing dermatologists today.

Image IQ:  A man presents to his doctor with hand numbness, pain, skin tightness and raised scars. What’s your diagnosis?

Investigators from the Health Hazard Evaluation Program of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently issued these safety recommendations for tattoo removal.

Zoe Diana Draelos, M.D., clinical and research dermatologist, offers guidance on several cosmetic issues. View our slideshow of the top 8 Cosmetic Conundrums from 2018.

Image IQ: A 52-year-old man undergoing chemotherapy experiences erythematous lesions on his palms and soles five days after treatment. What’s your diagnosis?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved sarecycline (Seysara, Almirall, S.A.) in October for the treatment of non-nodular moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris in patients 9 years of age and older, according to a company news release.

Victor Desmond Mandel, M.D. and colleagues describe a reconstruction strategy for chronic infected neoplastic ulcers of the lower extremities using a dermal matrix and a unique postoperative dressing protocol.

Image IQ: A 55-year-old woman with a history of inflammatory bowel disease reported a very painful, deep pustule on her leg that may rupture. What’s your diagnosis?

Widespread rashes, red perpendicular lines and mysterious deep pustules are among the skin manifestations we feature in this collection of image IQs.

The American Academy of Dermatology has updated its guidelines for the care and management of primary cutaneous melanoma. The guidelines, which were released this week, cover the treatment of primary cutaneous melanoma for all age groups.

Image IQ:  A 43-year-old man with a symmetrical palpable purpura rash on his legs. What’s your diagnosis?

A 10-year-old girl is experiencing hair loss with no signs of lesions or scarring on her scalp. What’s your diagnosis?

Gender and sex play a part in detemining which topical products are most successful for patients. This table is compiled based on a review of articles form the International Journal of Women's Dermatology.

Pruritic skin lesions on the foot and lower leg that look like red lines in a serpiginous configuration. What’s your diagnosis?

A nodule develops over the course of months with pain, swelling, distal numbness and muscle weakness. What’s your diagnosis?

AIVITA Biomedical, a biotech firm that focuses on regenerative medicines such as stem cell applications, recently named two new members to its senior management team.

Two dermatology practices join forces to deliver excellent treatment options to patients in El Paso, Texas.

The FDA has approved Ortho Dermatologic’s new drug application for Altreno (tretinoin 0.05 percent) lotion for the treatment of acne vulgaris.

Two dermatology firms combine to improve their medical and cosmetic dermatology services, existing treatments and procedures.

Kleresca's new biophotonic technology received CE mark of approval, which will allow it to expand in the U.S., Canada, Australia and throughout Europe.

Multiple burning, painful skin lesions appear on the legs the morning after a walk in the woods. What’s your diagnosis?

An 18-year-old girl with small widespread, itchy brown macules primarily on her trunk. What’s your diagnosis?