Patient Buzz Series: Safety of RF Microneedling
RF microneedlingA review in Cosmopolitan addressed questions about the safety of radiofrequency (RF) microneedling. Last fall, the FDA issued a safety communication about potential risks with “certain uses” of the devices. The FDA received reports that some RF microneedling patients were burned, scarred, or disfigured, or experienced fat loss or nerve damage. In the article, beauty director Lauren Balsamo sha …
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What’s New in Acne
acneNew research is supporting the use of two innovative products for acne: a triple combination therapy and the first new molecule for acne in 40 years. In this Next Steps in Derm interview, in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference, Brooklyn, N.Y., dermatologist Dr. Hilary Baldwin outlines the latest acne studies and how these new treatments are helping dermatology clinicians address the f …
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Rethinking Prurigo Nodularis: From Neural Sensitization to Targeted Therapies
prurigo nodularisAt the 2026 ODAC Dermatology conference, Dr. Adam Friedman opened his session on prurigo nodularis (PN) with a patient case that felt familiar to many of us. A patient with multiple nodules, relentless itch, and one central question. Why is this happening? This patient case reminds us that prurigo nodularis is not simply the result of scratching or a sequela of another inflammatory disease. It …
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PGY-4 Roadmap: Preparing for Life After Dermatology Residency
Dermatology ResidencyWelcome to the final installment of The Roadmap Series: Key Learnings by Residency Year. PGY-4 Roadmap: Preparing for Life After Residency is a concise, practical guide to help final-year dermatology residents turn years of accumulated experience into confident, independent practice. Inside you’ll find focused advice on owning continuity care and clinic systems, mastering the essentials of codin …
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