Derm Topics

Practical Pearls for Diagnosing Disorders of Hyperpigmentation
hyperpigmentationIf you find diagnosing disorders of hyperpigmentation challenging, then this is just for you! I had the privilege of attending the 2023 ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic, and Surgical Conference to learn about disorders of hyperpigmentation from Dr. Nada Elbuluk. Dr. Elbuluk is an Associate Professor and Director of the Skin of Color Program and Pigmentary Disorders Clinic at the University of Southern …
hyperpigmentation
Adjunctive Therapies for Hair Loss: Lasers, Microneedling and Hair Transplantation
hair lossNext Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Shilpi Khetarpal, dermatologist at the Cleveland Clinic. Watch as Dr. Khetarpal outlines the four categories of adjunctive therapies for hair loss and why clinicians should pair them with traditional medical treatments. Learn Dr. Khetarpal’s typical treatment regimen when using PRP in hair loss patients. Find out what …
hair loss
Acute Onset Linear Lichen Planus Pigmentosus of the Forehead: A Case Series
LPPINTRODUCTION Linear lichen planus pigmentosus (LPP) of the face is a rare acquired variant of lichen planus, with only a few cases published in the literature.1 It is an inflammatory condition with unknown etiology, characterized by blue-gray hyperpigmented macules, and tends to affect sun-exposed areas of the head and neck.1-4 The pathophysiology of linear LPP is poorly understood, though …
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Flaps & Grafts: Improving Cosmetic Results & Healing Outcomes
flaps and graftsNext Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, interviewed Dr. Timothy C. Flynn, a dermatologic and Mohs surgeon in Cary, N.C. Watch as Dr. Flynn encourages dermatologic surgeons to know the advantages and disadvantages of available flaps and grafts. Find out why he recommends trying split thickness grafts, and learn how a simple book of photos can …
flaps and grafts
Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Medical and Procedural Treatment
hidradenitis suppurativaNext Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Amit Garg, professor and founding chairman of the department of dermatology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Dr. Garg explains why it’s an exciting time in hidradenitis suppurativa, and how clinicians are using existing therapies in innovative ways. Watch as he explains the imp …
hidradenitis suppurativa