Derm Topics

From the JDD Podcast Vault: Evidence-Based Framing for Improving Treatment Adherence
Welcome to our newest blog series, From the JDD Podcast Vault, where we spotlight standout episodes from the JDD Dermatology Podcast, hosted by the always-engaging Dr. Adam Friedman. Each post will revisit compelling conversations that continue to educate, inspire, and provoke thought in dermatologic practice. In this featured episode, “Wondering About Words: Evidence-Based Framing for Improvin …
Over-the-Counter Acne Management: A Comprehensive Update
acneThe management of acne vulgaris has long included a balance between prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) therapies. OTC therapies are typically first-line treatment for most patients, and may be all that is needed to control less severe acne. At the recent Lab to Label Conference, Dr. Hilary Baldwin, a board-certified dermatologist and medical director of the Acne Treatment & Research Cente …
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JDD May 2025 Issue Highlights | Special Focus: Skin Cancer
skin cancer This month’s Journal of Drugs in Dermatology issue brings forward a diverse collection of studies spanning surgical, medical, and therapeutic dermatology. The May Editor’s Pick presents a robust cost-effectiveness analysis on placental allograft use for same-day Mohs reconstruction, offering insights from more than 2,000 patients. Also featured are a systematic review of cyl …
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Therapeutic & Warning End Points for Laser Therapy in Patients With Skin of Color
laser therapyLaser end points are important guides for safety and effectiveness, especially in patients with skin of color, according to E. Victor Ross, MD, FAAD. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Ross, a dermatologist with Scripps Health in San Diego. Watch as he outlines end points for a few laser procedures and shares what you don’t want to see. Find out why Dr …
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Advancements in Atopic Dermatitis Treatment: Emerging Therapies and Expert Insights
atopic dermatitisAt the ODAC 2025 conference, Dr. Shawn Kwatra, Professor and Chair of Dermatology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and a leading figure in chronic inflammatory skin diseases, delivered a compelling presentation on atopic dermatitis (AD). Dr. Kwatra provided an overview of current AD treatment options, along with valuable insights into the latest advancements emerging in the field o …
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