Media Relations in Dermatology
media relations in dermatologyBecoming a media expert can help grow a dermatology practice. But how and where do you begin? In this 6-part series,  Allison Sit, public relations and communications expert, shares valuable advice on how to get started. Read each part of the series below: Part 1: Five Ways Media Relations Can Help You Build Your Practice Part 2: When to Hire An Agency Part 3: Six Steps to Develop a Med …
media relations in dermatology
Anti-TNF-Induced Psoriasis in a Pyoderma Gangrenosum Patient
Pyoderma Gangrenosum PatientJDD authors Atrin Toussi BS BA, Stephanie T. Le MD,  Virgina R. Barton MD, Chelsea Ma MD,  Michelle Y. Cheng MD, Andrea Sukhov MD, Reason Wilken MD, Forum Patel MD, Elizabeth Wang MD,  and Emanual Maverakis MD present a case of a 60-year-old woman with recalcitrant pyoderma gangrenosum treated with adalimumab, who paradoxically developed psoriasis.  Introduction Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is …
Pyoderma Gangrenosum Patient
Practical Dermoscopy with Sima Jain, MD
dermoscopyDermoscopy, also known as epiluminescence microscopy, epiluminoscopy or skin surface microscopy, is an important way to visualize subsurface structures in the epidermis and dermis. In a 2-part series, Dr. Sima Jain reviews the evaluation of pigmented lesions, and the different vessel morphologies and patterns along with a discussion of specific findings in select cutaneous infections. Read part …
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Spindle Cells – Friday Pop Quiz 1/10
spindle cells Biopsy of one of the lesions pictured reveals spindle cells forming slit-like vascular channels. Which of the following is also associated with the cause of these lesions? A. Bacillary angiomatosis B. Merkel cell carcinoma C. Angiosarcoma D. Multicentric Castleman disease E. Nasopharyngeal carcinoma To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here. Brought t …
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Drug Re-exposure in Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis podcastWe’ve all been there – that dreaded middle of the night page/call from the ER. Three simple words that send us spinning: “Rule out TEN.” Have no fear though, because the skin sloughing savoir is here. Inpatient dermatology service director Dr. Helena Pasieka joined JDD podcast host Dr. Adam Friedman to discuss her recent research that elucidates opportunities to prevent offending agent re- …
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis podcast