Derm Topics

Addressing the Barriers to Greater Diversity in Dermatology
diversity in dermatologySkin color comes in all shades. Similarly, dermatologists should reflect the diversity that is apparent in our patients. However, in the US, African-Americans make up 12.8% of the population while there are only 3% of Black dermatologists.1 Addressing this gap is beneficial because studies have shown race-concordant visits are longer and have higher levels of patient satisfaction and patient engag …
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Ivermectin 1% Cream Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
Ivermectin for RosaceaIn this month’s installment of our Therapeutic Cheat Sheet series, we explore a new topical approach to rosacea: ivermectin 1% topical cream (Soolantra).  This topical cream is a useful tool for combating rosacea in a multimechanistic way. Click image to enlarge   Further Reading Efficacy and Safety of Ivermectin 1% Cream in Treatment of Papulopustular Rosacea: Results …
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An Update on Laser and Device Based Treatment of Scars
Acne scarringI absorbed Dr. Paul Friedman’s lecture on Laser and Device Based Treatment of Scars at the Skin of Color Update (brain: “Don’t’ say it. Don’t say it. Don’t say it. Don’t say it”)…with laser focus. Sorry. But in all seriousness, his lecture was one that I anticipated with particular eagerness, among all of the fantastic lectures that comprised the weekend, for reasons both p …
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Crusted Papules – Friday Pop Quiz 10/11
pathogenesis A 10-year-old male presents with recurrent crops of hypopigmented macules and crusted papules on the trunk and extremities. What is the hypothesized pathogenesis of this disorder? A. CD4+ cell infiltrate B. HHV-6/HHV-7 C. Malassezia D. Deficiency in vitamin A E. Preceding streptococcal pharyngitis To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here. Brought to …
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