
The experts discuss combination therapy approaches, safety considerations, and targeted interleukin-17 systemic treatments for plaque psoriasis.

The experts discuss combination therapy approaches, safety considerations, and targeted interleukin-17 systemic treatments for plaque psoriasis.

Key opinion leaders explore the management of plaque psoriasis, addressing treatment-related challenges and emphasizing the importance of effective communication for informed decision-making in therapy selection.

Dr. Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, discusses the role of topical ruxolitinib cream in managing vitiligo and its effectiveness in a 25-year-old female patient.

A pediatric dermatologist reviews the case of a 25-year-old female with a history of vitiligo since adolescence who is affected by the social stigma of the condition.

Dr. Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, continues her discussion on a 35-year-old female patient with vitiligo by analyzing laboratory workup results and exploring advanced treatment decisions to optimize patient outcomes.

Highlighting the emotional impact of vitiligo on patients, Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, presents the case of a 35-year-old female patient with growing depigmentation in highly visible areas.

Experts on atopic dermatitis weigh the risks and rewards of systemic treatments for pregnant patients and provide clinical insights on monitoring for adverse effects associated with dupilumab.

Drs Kiracofe and Murase provide clinical insights on treatment escalation practices for patients with atopic dermatitis who are pregnant.

Mona Shahriari, MD, analyzes the case of a 35-year-old male patient presenting with erythematous patches on his trunk and arms, who was diagnosed with moderate atopic dermatitis at age 2 but experienced improvement through adolescence and adulthood.

A medical expert in dermatology examines comprehensive treatment approaches for atopic dermatitis in a 12-year-old African American female patient, focusing on the assessment of topical and non-steroidal therapeutic options.

Mona Shahriari, MD, presents a case study of a 12-year-old African American girl experiencing an intensely pruritic rash predominantly affecting the bilateral antecubital and popliteal fossae.

Continuing the discussion of a 50-year-old male patient with vitiligo, Anthony Nuara, MD, PhD, addresses the intricacies of treating patients who have relapsed or experienced a loss of efficacy following their initial treatment and highlights how to select 2nd line treatments with greater efficacy.

An expert on the treatment of vitiligo reviews a second patient case, a 50-year-old male patient who regularly wears medical gloves for his work and whose development of well-defined white patches on his fingers and toes prompted treatment.

Anthony Nuara, MD, PhD, presents the case of a 32-year-old woman with vitiligo, covering her initial diagnosis and workup findings, ending this segment with her prescribed treatments and how shared decision-making lead to these choices.

Mickey Bryson describes the impact of atopic dermatitis on his quality of life and family, and the session concludes with final reflections.

The key opinion leaders examine a case study of a 42-year-old male patient, detailing the process of treatment selection and shared decision-making that led to improved outcomes.

Medical experts specializing in plaque psoriasis offer a comprehensive overview of the current treatment landscape, its evolution, and the disease's psychological and physical impacts.

A dermatology expert reviews findings from a recently presented study on using other atopic dermatitis (AD) treatments within six months of initiating ruxolitinib cream. The expert assesses ruxolitinib's effectiveness and potential role in treatment, highlighting the need for further research on its long-term implications in AD management.

Focusing on pregnant patients with atopic dermatitis who are treatment naïve, Elizabeth Kiracofe, MD, FAAD, and Jenny Murase, MD, discuss best practices for informing patients on the available treatment options for this condition.

Jenny Murase, MD, provides a brief overview of the Fc receptor and the role of transcription binding in atopic dermatitis.

Mickey Bryson recounts how Kristine Kucera, PA-C, MPAS, DHS, introduced a new medication and shared trial data with him, empowering him to make an informed decision about trying the new treatment.

James Del Rosso, DO, continues the discussion on managing acne in a female patient, emphasizing how to balance patient expectations and optimize skincare regimens, particularly when underlying conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome are present.

An acne management expert discusses the importance of understanding patients' dietary choices on treatment outcomes, reviewing the different types of isotretinoin and highlighting the crucial role of micronized or food-independent formulations in effective acne care.

James Del Rosso, DO, presents the case of a 14-year old female suffering from mild to moderate acne and explores the role of isotretinoin, optimizing adolescent treatment protocols, and the rationale behind initial therapies such as oral antibiotics in similar cases.

Hilary Baldwin, MD, presents a case study of a 17-year-old high school student with moderate acne vulgaris on her face and back, which caused significant emotional distress and lowered self-esteem, and discusses the patient's treatment journey and the resolution achieved.

Hilary Baldwin, MD, a dermatologist, presents a case study of a 12-year-old overweight male patient with a two-year history of moderate facial acne, discussing her diagnostic process and recommended treatment plan.

Lawrence Eichenfield, MD, explores the significant comorbidities and conditions, such as allergic rhinitis, anxiety, and asthma, that intersect with atopic dermatitis (AD), discussing their influence on disease management and treatment response, as well as the observed treatment patterns of patients with this condition before and after the initiation of ruxolitinib therapy.

Dermatologists provide clinical insights on how they discuss atopic dermatitis treatment options, considerations, and safety concerns with patients who are pregnant or of childbearing age.

Jenny Murase, MD, describes how rising estrogen levels cause a shift in immune response from Th1 to Th2, causing potential atopic dermatitis exacerbations for patients who are pregnant.

Kristine Kucera, PA-C, MPAS, DHS, and Mickey Bryson discuss Mickey's negative treatment outcomes and explore alternative options, such as switching to a psoriasis-specific medication, emphasizing the short-lived 2-week relief followed by symptom recurrence, which left Mickey resigned to the disease but still seeking a resolution.