Derm Topics

The Pediatric Dermatologist’s View of Pediatric Vitiligo
pediatric vitiligo“Try to do something” is Dr. Candrice R. Heath’s motto for clinicians when treating pediatric vitiligo. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Heath, associate professor of dermatology at Howard University. Watch as Dr. Heath provides insight as a pediatric dermatologist into treating vitiligo in children. Learn why understanding the parent and patient …
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Patient Buzz Series: What’s Buzzing in Skin, Hair & Self-Care Right Now
skinThis month’s Patient Buzz contains several articles that address basic skin and hair care questions. Time addressed whether people should use soap or cleanser when bathing. Dermatologists Drs. Erin Chen, Anthony Rossi, Rachel Nazarian, and Shilpi Khetarpal outlined the damage that soap can do to the skin, and the benefits of using cleansers in maintaining the skin barrier. The dermatologists als …
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Colchicine Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
Colchicine, a microtubule polymerization inhibitor, was first described for use in treating joint pain and swelling in ancient Egypt and has since become a mainstay in the medical management of gout. Beyond its indicated uses, it has numerous off-label dermatologic applications, particularly for neutrophilic and autoimmune conditions. As a potent anti-inflammatory, colchicine requires careful lab …
Recent Notable & Newsworthy Drug Approvals in Medical Dermatology
MEDICAL DERMATOLOGYThe past year has been an extraordinary time in drug approvals in medical dermatology, especially the approval of treatments that impact patients with skin of color, according to Dr. Andrew F. Alexis, co-chair of Skin of Color Update. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Alexis, who is also vice-chair for diversity and inclusion for the Weill Cornell Medica …
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Patient Buzz: Accutane Nose? | The Expert Weighs In
AccutanePureWow recently wrote an article about the “Accutane nose” effect. Users on social media claim Accutane use can lead to a slimmer nose – a subtle nose job. For an expert’s perspective on use of isotretinoin in 2025, I reached out to San Diego dermatologist Neal Bhatia, MD, FAAD. Have you heard about "Accutane nose" and what are your thoughts on it? I can’t say I’ve heard of it. It …
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