Derm Topics

Patient Buzz Series: Green Light Therapy
Green light therapyLight therapy has been making news in the consumer press for years, and there’s a new wavelength in the spotlight – green light. Women’s Health wrote about green light therapy, which emits at a range of 500-570nm, as a way to treat dark spots and inflammation. While this therapy is not commonly available in dermatologists’ offices and research is limited, some dermatologists are recommendi …
Green light therapy
Androgenetic Alopecia: Beyond the Medicine Cabinet
androgenetic alopeciaAt the 2025 ODAC Dermatology Conference, we were delighted to learn about alternative treatments for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), presented by Dr. Terrence Keaney, Founder and Director of SkinDC and Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. In recent times, there has been an exponential growth of interest from the pat …
androgenetic alopecia
Oral Ivermectin Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
Oral IvermectinIvermectin is a semi-synthetic derivative of avermectins, a class of macrocyclic lactones with broad-spectrum anti-parasitic effects. Its unique mechanism of action, favorable safety profile, and anti-inflammatory properties make ivermectin invaluable in the treatment of a wide range of cutaneous parasitic infestations, including scabies. We continue our series, Therapeutic Cheat Sheet, with a cl …
Oral Ivermectin
Management Strategies for Nonscarring Alopecias
nonscarring alopeciasAt the 2025 ODAC Dermatology Conference, Dr. Amy McMichael, distinguished professor of dermatology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, shared her expertise on “Management Strategies for Nonscarring Alopecias.” She focused on pattern hair loss and alopecia areata, weaving in evidence and practical pearls. Pattern Hair Loss Dr. McMichael discussed important management considerations …
nonscarring alopecias
Diagnosing Alopecias: Key Elements and Insights from Clinical Cases
AlopeciaHair loss is a common yet complex condition that presents a significant challenge for both patients and dermatologists alike. Accurate diagnosis and effective management often require a meticulous and nuanced approach that enables the physician to discern subtle clues that distinguish between various etiologic forms of alopecia. At the 2025 Orlando Dermatology, Aesthetic, and Surgical Conference, …
Alopecia