Latest Conference Articles

Overall, non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) visits (all pooled specialties/areas) have been plateauing. However , metropolitan but not rural areas saw an increase in visits where NMSC was the chief complaint. However, the percentage of NMSC in rural areas that is managed by dermatologists and dermatologic surgeons is also on the rise, according to a presentation given at the 2022 American College of Mohs Surgery Annual Meeting.

Single-stage periosteal flap technique to treat full-thickness eyelid defects is safe, effective, and aesthetically acceptable, according to a study presented at the 2022 American College of Mohs Surgery Annual Meeting on May 12, 2022.

At the current ACMS meeting, Kelsey E. Hirotsu, MD, discussed the bleeding complications seen in patients on ibrutinib for CLL.

A study presented at the current ACMS meeting highlights variables that could predict BCC, including: gender, immune status, and more.

Presenters highlight the possible solutions to communication between the scrubbed-in surgery team and outside help that could save time.

In a presentation at the current American College of Mohs Surgery meeting, Jennifer G. Powers, MD, highlights the needed improvement for immediate access to skin cancer care for VA patients, noting a 33 day average wait time compared to the VAs optimal goal of 28 days.

Starting today, the American College of Mohs Surgery is having their 54th Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Allergic contact dermatitis and atopic dermatitis are common causes of rashes in the pediatric population. Patch testing can help demystify the cause of such skin conditions and determine treatment.

In a presentation at New Wave Dermatology Conference, Matthew Zirwas, MD, delved into why atopic dermatitis (AD) should be the first condition that comes to mind when an adult patient presents with dermatitis, why presentation is different in pediatric and adult patients, and why treating AD is about more than quality of life.

Ilanit Samuels, PA-C, talks the future of aesthetics and the trends she sees while treating her patients at the Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants 2022 New Wave Dermatology Conference.

Scott Freeman, PA-C, talks post-procedure infection prevention at the current New Wave Dermatology conference.

Gina Mangin, PA-C, and James Treat, MD, dive into the intricacies of acne and rosacea, going beyond the surface of both skin conditions and giving important treatment tips at the 2022 New Wave Dermatology Conference.

Theodore Rosen, MD, highlights the risk of lice and scabies for increasingly older patients and what treatments are available.

IIanit Samuels, PA-C, of Illy Aesthetics, discusses the importance of thorough injectable training.

Scott Freeman, PA-C, discusses the future role of physician assistants in dermatology practice.

Theodore Rosen, MD, details how to talk to patients about vaccines at the current New Wave Dermatology Conference.

Scott Freeman, PA-C, gives an overview of the hands-on surgery workshop at the current New Wave Dermatology Conference.

Theodore Rosen, MD, highlights the need for communication with patients about the potential harm of using skin-whiteners.

Heather Gates, PA-C, the vice president of the Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants gives highlights of what is to come this weekend at the 2022 New Wave Dermatology Conference.

The 2022 New Wave Dermatology Conference started with several workshops and promises to bring a multitude of clinical pearls to the table.

Veronica Richardson, MSN, ANP-BC, DCNP, discussed how she diagnoses hair loss subtypes in her session at the 3rd Annual Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners Symposium.

At the Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners Annual Symposium, Susan Kendig, WHNP, JD, shared insights to lead to better outcomes and decreased liability throughout the patient journey, from diagnosis and follow-up to EMRs.

Susan Kendig, WHNP, JD, detailed how nurse practitioners working in telehealth can limit their liability and protect their practices in her session on legal issues.

In this interview, Andrew Blauvelt, MD, MBA, explains how nurse practitioners (NPs) can better counsel psoriasis patients and why its important that NPs have the top knowledge on current dermatologic treatments.

A breakfast product theater at the 3rd Annual Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners Symposium, sponsored by Sanofi and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, dove into the different manifestation of atopic dermatitis in skin of color and how to better recognize the disease in this patient population.

In the world of pediatric dermatology, many skin conditions can have parents concerned about their children’s condition. Lisa Swanson, MD, explains how to better address their questions at the 3rd Annual Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners Symposium.

In this video interview, Andrew Blauvelt, MD, MBA, dives into the current state of atopic dermatitis treatment from his talk presented at the Annual Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners Symposium, held April 22-23, in Nashville, Tennessee.

At the opening session of the Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners Annual Symposium, Kathleen Haycraft, DNP, FNP-BC, DCNP, FAANP, delved into the revolutionary and evolutionary advances shaping dermatology in 2022.