Skin Cancer

Patient education and partner involvement significantly enhance melanoma detection, especially in underserved and skin-of-color populations, improving survival outcomes.

Maui Derm NP+PA Fall 2025 conference showcases cutting-edge insights in dermatology, featuring expert discussions on skin cancer, atopic dermatitis, and rare dermatoses.

CD19 CAR T-cell therapy may modulate immune dysregulation in underlying diseases such as psoriasis.

Bree Vanleeuwen, PA-C, and Jim Sutton, PA-C, discussed the Skin Cancer Awareness project—a unique initiative to train cosmetologists and hairdressers to recognize suspicious skin lesions and refer clients for dermatologic evaluation.

Renata Block, MMS, PA-C, interviews dermatology clinicians and the Melanoma Research Foundation CEO at the Chicago SPF Fest.

Andrew Baker, MBA, MPAS, PA-C, discusses his role in skin cancer detection and advice for PAs interested in skin surgeries and Mohs closures.

The needs assessment surveyed patients’ stage of treatment, radiation-induced dermatologic adverse effects, and over-the-counter products and home remedies that were used.

Hasbargen presented Mohs surgery pearls on closure types and pattern recognition at the 2024 Diversity in Dermatology meeting.

A team of dermatology physician assistants recently reviewed the current and future potential of genomic testing in the realm of dermatology.

DecisionDx-Melanoma significantly influences treatment plans for melanoma patients, as reported by 82.4% of surveyed nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

With artificial intelligence taking front and center in many aspects of our lives, will it be more prevalent in the dermatology practice than it is now?

Renata Block, MMS, PA-C, spearheaded a skin cancer screening event for veterans in her hometown.

Leading clinicians discuss sun protection best practices based on weather, climate, and travel needs.

Leading clinicians discuss sun protection and special issues in photosensitivity.

Leading clinicians debunk 5 of the most common sunscreen myths.

Discussing photoprotection with patients is crucial as “Melanoma May" kicks off this month.