Using GLP-1 Agonists in Dermatology
Using GLP-1 Agonists in DermatologyThe weight loss benefits of GLP-1 agonists have long been established, yet could these drugs have a secondary anti-inflammatory impact? Steven Daveluy, MD, FAAD, director of the Wayne State Dermatology Residency Program, gives the latest in GLP-1s in the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and psoriasis, in this Next Steps in Derm video interview, conducted in partnership with the ODAC Derm …
Using GLP-1 Agonists in Dermatology
Diagnosing and Managing Vulvar Dermatoses
diagnosing and managing vulvar dermatosesEmily Murphy, MD, FAAD, is committed to improving care for vulvar dermatoses, which is why she founded the Vulvar Health Program at the George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. In this Next Steps in Derm interview, in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference, Dr. Murphy shares what her clinical experience has taught her about diagnosing and managing vulvar der …
diagnosing and managing vulvar dermatoses
From the ODAC Poster Hall | Fractional LADD for Non-Surgical Treatment of Superficial Skin Cancer
non-surgical skin cancer treatmentSurgery is the gold standard for skin cancer treatment, but sometimes surgery isn’t the best option. Perhaps the patient isn’t healthy enough or the patient simply refuses to go under the knife. Topical therapy is an alternative, but patient compliance is a concern. Enter fractional laser-assisted drug delivery (LADD): a non-surgical approach that enhances penetration of topical treatments, le …
non-surgical skin cancer treatment
Key Steps for Conducting a Hair & Scalp Exam
Hair and Scalp ExamRonda S. Farah, MD, FAAD, knows the impact of hair and scalp disorders on patients’ quality of life. Dr. Farah is an associate of professor of dermatology at the University of Minnesota and founder of Alluma Dermatology. For Dr. Farah, quality care begins with a thorough hair and scalp exam. In this Next Steps in Derm video interview, conducted in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference …
Hair and Scalp Exam
Essential Acral Dermoscopy: Patterns You Can’t Miss
Essential Acral Dermoscopy: PatternsLet’s be honest, acral dermoscopy can be a little scary because no one wants to miss acral lentiginous melanoma. In its early stages, it can be subtle, and outcomes suffer when diagnosis is delayed. In this session, Dr. Stein—professor at NYU School of Medicine where she serves as the associate director of the Pigmented Lesion Section—provides a pattern-recognition reset on volar skin, empha …
Essential Acral Dermoscopy: Patterns