JDD January 2026 Issue Highlights
Welcome to "JDD January 2026 Issue Highlights," your guided tour through this month's must-read studies, curated by the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology Editorial Team. This issue carries a Special Focus on Aesthetic Treatments, bringing together practical safety analyses, regulatory perspectives on regenerative medicine, advances in pigmentary and procedural care, and health‑equity research that …
Welcome to "JDD January 2026 Issue Highlights," your guided tour through this month's must-read studies, curated by the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology Editorial Team. This issue carries a Special Focus on Aesthetic Treatments, bringing together practical safety analyses, regulatory perspectives on regenerative medicine, advances in pigmentary and procedural care, and health‑equity research that … 
Introduction
Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare, neutrophilic dermatosis characterized by rapidly enlarging, painful ulcers with violaceous and undermined borders. It is commonly associated with systemic disorders, including rheumatoid arthritis, hematologic malignancies, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).¹ While PG often correlates with IBD flares, its pathogenesis is not well understood. C … 
Dr. Mona Shahriari, associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale University School of Medicine, encourages clinicians to broaden their psoriasis color palette. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Shahriari, who outlined how to diagnose psoriasis in patients with darker skin tones. Learn the domains of psoriatic arthritis and how that knowledge can … 
I'm in my last year of dermatology residency and feeling the pressure of applying for jobs. Perhaps you're in the same position! The majority of graduates go into private practice. Others choose to pursue academic medicine, work for a hospital-owned practice, or maybe even the VA. A growing number choose to work for private equity-backed practices. Some go on to do additional fellowship training.
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PDRN is one of the hottest new skincare ingredients, and it’s commonly known from its source – salmon sperm. Products with PDRN are expected to rise in popularity in 2026. Marie Claire posted a primer on PDRN products and how to maximize their benefits. Dermatologist Dr. Deborah Longwill says PDRN products improve hydration and skin barrier repair, and are helpful in the recovery process after …