Derm Dispatch host Renata Block, DMSCc, MMS, PA-C, and Kelly Barta, president and executive director of the International Topical Steroid Awareness Network, discuss the new ICD-10 code for topical steroid withdrawal and ITSAN's international patient registry.
Despite advances in systemic and biologic therapy, topical agents remain the primary treatment for most patients with plaque psoriasis. Dr. Bhutani-Jacques reviews the steroidal and non-steroidal armamentarium and the risks associated with prolonged corticosteroid use.
In this episode titled "Systemic JAK Inhibitors for Vitiligo: Emerging Clinical Trial Data and Safety Considerations," moderator Nada Elbuluk, MD, MSc, FAAD and panelist Susan Taylor, MD, FAAD review the emerging pipeline of oral JAK inhibitors for vitiligo and discuss the safety considerations relevant to this therapeutic class.
As systemic therapy enters earlier in the disease course, coordinated care becomes essential. Dr. Carr and Dr. Patel examine the communication infrastructure, such as tumor boards, referral pathways, and cross-specialty literacy, that distinguishes academic centers from community practice.
The panel explores how to assess the full impact of CSU when the skin looks normal, and how to approach the transition to advanced targeted therapy.
In this episode titled "JAK Inhibitors in Vitiligo: Mechanism, Efficacy, and Durability," moderator Nada Elbuluk, MD, MSc, FAAD and panelist Susan Taylor, MD, FAAD explore the scientific rationale for JAK inhibitor therapy and review clinical evidence for the first FDA-approved topical agent in this class.
Over 15 years, advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma has moved from limited chemotherapy and EGFR inhibition to checkpoint blockade. Dr. Chandra and Dr. Patel trace how the 2018 approvals restructured treatment sequencing and the timing of oncologic involvement.
The panel introduces Case 2—a more severe patient with daily CSU, recurrent angioedema, throat tightness, and prior emergency department visits.
Christopher Bunick, MD, PhD, discussed new data suggesting emergency departments continue to rely on outdated therapies for pediatric atopic dermatitis flares despite evolving dermatology guidelines.
Konika Patel Schallen, MD, discussed how nanofractional laser treatments may support regenerative skin health beyond cosmetic improvement and outlined the next research priorities in a recent Dermatology Times interview
Eugene R. Semenov, MD, MA, FAAD, discussed AI models that combine pathology and clinical data to better predict recurrence in early-stage melanoma
Konika Patel Schallen, MD, senior vice president and medical director of global clinical operations at Candela Medical, discussed epigenetic changes linked to laser skin resurfacing in a recent Dermatology Times interview.
Christopher Bunick, MD, PhD, discussed the scientific advances still needed before precision medicine can guide individualized therapy selection in atopic dermatitis during a recent Dermatology Times interview.
Kathleen Suozzi, MD, details how she debunks sunscreen myths, explains absorption and SPF, urges year‑round UV habits, and previews new filter bemotrizinol, when counseling her own patients.
In “The Safety of Advanced Topical Therapies in Inflammatory Dermatoses,” our panel explores the consensus statements evaluating the short- and long-term safety of advanced targeted topical therapies for inflammatory skin diseases. The expert faculty review the growing body of clinical trial evidence supporting several nonsteroidal topical treatments, including roflumilast, tapinarof, ruxolitinib, crisaborole, and delgocitinib, and discuss how these therapies have expanded treatment options across multiple inflammatory dermatoses.
In this episode, “Understanding Corticosteroid-Related Medical-Legal Risks in Inflammatory Dermatoses,” the expert faculty explore the consensus statement addressing the medical-legal considerations associated with corticosteroid prescribing and the importance of responsible corticosteroid stewardship in clinical practice. The panel discusses how growing awareness of corticosteroid-related adverse events has implications not only for patient safety, but also for clinician accountability and risk management.
Peter Lio, MD, discussed how stress, sleep disruption, and patient-centered communication can influence pediatric atopic dermatitis management during a recent Skin and Psych podcast interview.
Kathleen Suozzi, MD, explains how UV damage shows up, why actinic keratoses matter, and which field therapies and lasers help cut skin cancer risk.
In this episode titled "Setting Expectations: Treatment Timelines, Adherence, and Monitoring in Vitiligo," moderator Nada Elbuluk, MD, MSc, FAAD and panelist Susan Taylor, MD, FAAD discuss realistic repigmentation timelines, adherence strategies, and how to keep patients motivated throughout the long treatment journey.
The panel addresses the role of allergy and immunology in CSU care and argues for a collaborative, access-focused approach between specialties.
The panel turns to treatment strategy—discussing appropriate antihistamine use, dose escalation, and when to move to advanced therapies.
In this episode titled "Shared Decision-Making and the Vitiligo Treatment Landscape," moderator Nada Elbuluk, MD, MSc, FAAD and panelist Susan Taylor, MD, FAAD discuss the importance of individualized, goal-directed decision-making in vitiligo treatment and provide an overview of available therapeutic options.
Black Girl Sunscreen founder Shontay Lundy debunks SPF myths for skin of color, urging education, representation, and teamwork for healthier skin.
See how gene expression profiling bridges guideline gaps in high‑risk skin SCC, guiding radiation, follow‑up, and precision treatment decisions.
Konika Patel Schallen, MD, discussed new findings showing the Nordlys 1940 nm non-ablative fractional laser may reverse epigenetic markers of skin aging in a recent Dermatology Times interview.
Gene expression profiling refines cutaneous SCC risk beyond guidelines, influencing surveillance, radiation decisions, and neoadjuvant immunotherapy.
Roman Bronfenbrener, MD, discussed changing exit strategies, private equity, and why peer support may be one of the most valuable resources for independent dermatologists.
Philip J. Mease, MD, reviews guselkumab's mechanism of action and its expanded FDA-approved indication for psoriatic arthritis joint damage inhibition.
Bradley Burnam, founder and CEO of Turn Therapeutics, discussed GX-03's encouraging interim safety profile, regulatory strategy, and next steps in clinical development.
Black Girl Sunscreen CEO and founder reveals why daily SPF matters for deeper skin tones, tackling white cast, education gaps, and inclusive sun care testing.
