
Matthew Zirwas, MD, rethinks AD as environmentally acquired barrier dysfunction, sharing psychodermatology itch strategies and highlighting patient-centered communication.
Patricia Delgado, DNP, AGPCNP, DCNP, PMHNP, is a triple-board certified nurse practitioner in adult-gerontology primary care, dermatology, and psychiatry at Sunrise Skin & Wellness, and the president and founder of the Sunrise NPPA Derm conference.

Matthew Zirwas, MD, rethinks AD as environmentally acquired barrier dysfunction, sharing psychodermatology itch strategies and highlighting patient-centered communication.

Patricia M. Delgado, DNP, AGPCNP, DCNP, PMHNP, and Mohammad Jafferany, MD, discuss how integrating mental health and dermatologic care can improve outcomes for patients with chronic skin conditions.

At Elevate-Derm Fall, Patricia Delgado, DNP, AGPCNP, DCNP, PMHNP, outlined practical ways dermatology clinicians can incorporate psychodermatology principles and previewed the upcoming Psych and Skin video series.

November 16th 2025