ODAC Pearls

Racial Disparities in Itch
Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, interviewed Dr. Shawn Kwatra, associate professor of dermatology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Kwatra shares what dermatology clinicians need to know about racial disparities in itch. Find out how disease prevalence and presentation play a role in these disparities. Watch as Dr. Kw …
Melanoma Detection Update
melanomaNext Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, interviewed Dr. Jennifer Stein, professor of dermatology at the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. While there are new techniques to detect melanoma, Dr. Stein says some of the best techniques are actually old techniques that are reliable and useful. Watch a …
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Disorders of Depigmentation: Focus on Vitiligo
vitiligoAt the 2023 ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, we were lucky to learn about the management of vitiligo from the renowned researcher and clinician, Dr.  John Harris, Professor and Chair of Dermatology at the University of Massachusetts. When a new patient with vitiligo presents to my clinic, I always pull out my phone to consult Dr. Harris’ treatment protocol – I am sure I …
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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 …
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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 …
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