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Opinion|Videos|July 4, 2024

Topical Ruxolitinib in Vitiligo: Efficacy, Regional Approvals, and Treatment Strategies in African American Patients

Author(s)Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP

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.

Episodes in this series

Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, an expert on vitiligo

EP. 1 Patient vs Provider Perceptions: Expert Opinions on Addressing the Emotional Impact of Vitiligo

Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, an expert on vitiligo

EP. 2 Vitiligo in a 35-Year-Old Female: Case-Based Discussion, Treatment Sequencing, and Practical Insights

Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, an expert on vitiligo

EP. 3 Vitiligo Case-Based Discussion: Impact of Stigma, Social Perception, and Practical Management Strategies

Latanya Benjamin, MD, FAAD, FAAP, an expert on vitiligo

EP. 4 Topical Ruxolitinib in Vitiligo: Efficacy, Regional Approvals, and Treatment Strategies in African American Patients

EP. 5 Vitiligo Care Personalized for Each Patient: Part 2

EP. 5 Vitiligo Care Personalized for Each Patient: Part 2

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