Derm Topics

What’s New in Neurotoxins: From Type E to Liquid Toxins
NeurotoxinsNew developments in neurotoxins may lead to additional applications and improved safety, according to Dr. Terrence Keaney, associate clinical professor of dermatology at GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology Conference, interviewed Dr. Keaney, who shared how a new botulinum toxin subtype may serve as a “tester toxin” for curious, …
Neurotoxins
Navigating Pediatric Inflammatory Skin Conditions in Skin of Color
Pediatric Inflammatory Skin ConditionsAt the most recent Skin of Color Update, we had the honor to learn about pediatric inflammatory skin conditions from the renowned Dr. Candrice Heath, triple board-certified dermatologist and Associate Professor at the Howard University Department of Dermatology and Dr. Brandi Kenner-Bell, Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. …
Pediatric Inflammatory Skin Conditions
Secukinumab Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
SecukinumabSecukinumab is a recombinant human monoclonal immunoglobulin IgG1κ antibody that selectively targets interleukin-17A (IL-17A), a key effector cytokine in the Th17 pathway implicated in the pathogenesis of psoriasis. With its high target specificity, rapid onset, sustained efficacy, and favorable safety profile, secukinumab has become a mainstay in the treatment of psoriasis and other inflammatory …
Secukinumab
How I Treat Acne in 2025 | Practical Pearls from Dr. Neal Bhatia
acne treatmentA resurgence in the use of isotretinoin is one of the developments changing the way Dr. Neal Bhatia treats acne. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference, interviewed Dr. Bhatia, a dermatologist in San Diego. Watch as Dr. Bhatia shares some new developments in the management of patients on isotretinoin. Hear the benefits of a newly marketed triple combination cream. …
acne treatment
Patient Buzz Series | Breast Milk as Skin Care
breast milk skin careA model and influencer is making news for using her sister’s breast milk as part of her skincare routine. According to an article in People magazine, Quenlin Blackwell uses the breast milk for baths and face masks. Dermatologist Dr. Naana Boakye said breast milk has shown potential for soothing inflammatory skin conditions as well as moisturizing and strengthening the skin barrier. Dr. Boakye re …
breast milk skin care