Melasma 2025 Update: Newer Etiologies, Newer Therapies, and Procedural Approaches
A paradigm shift in the understanding of melasma is changing the way dermatology clinicians approach the condition. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference, interviewed Dr. Mukta Sachdev, head of the department of dermatology at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India. Watch as Dr. Sachdev shares why photoprotection, barrier function, and pollution are some of the factor …
A paradigm shift in the understanding of melasma is changing the way dermatology clinicians approach the condition. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference, interviewed Dr. Mukta Sachdev, head of the department of dermatology at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India. Watch as Dr. Sachdev shares why photoprotection, barrier function, and pollution are some of the factor … Continue reading "Melasma 2025 Update: Newer Etiologies, Newer Therapies, and Procedural Approaches"
Using a Sharpie as a lip liner is the latest TikTok trend raising concerns among dermatologists. Some social media influencers say using a permanent marker is a cheaper alternative to traditional lip liner. However, an article by Fox News quotes the Northern New England Poison Center’s website, which says the ink in permanent markers may contain xylene, toluene, and urethane resin. Dermatologist … 
It’s July 1st. You’re in orientation, buzzing with excitement (and maybe a little nervous), thrilled to finally begin dermatology residency. But then it hits you: Wait… there are more exams I need to take? What are they, and when do I need to take them?
Welcome to your guide to all the board-related milestones during dermatology residency. Whether you're a freshly minted PGY-2 or staring … 
Dermatologists play a crucial role in the care of patients with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), as many STDs manifest on the skin. At the 2024 Skin of Color Update, Dr. Theodore Rosen, Professor of Dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine, shared valuable insights on diagnosing and managing STDs in patients with skin of color. This article reviews the prevalence of STDs, their distinctive p … 
New developments in neurotoxins may lead to additional applications and improved safety, according to Dr. Terrence Keaney, associate clinical professor of dermatology at GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology Conference, interviewed Dr. Keaney, who shared how a new botulinum toxin subtype may serve as a “tester toxin” for curious, …