Cosmetic Procedures in Patients with Skin of Color: Cultural, Structural, and Biological Nuances
In dermatology, providing safe and effective cosmetic treatments for patients with skin of color requires a deep understanding of their unique needs and challenges. We are fortunate to have experts like Dr. Cheryl Burgess, founder of the Center for Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, who has dedicated her career to advancing cosmetic dermatology for diverse populations. In her compelling and inf …
In dermatology, providing safe and effective cosmetic treatments for patients with skin of color requires a deep understanding of their unique needs and challenges. We are fortunate to have experts like Dr. Cheryl Burgess, founder of the Center for Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery, who has dedicated her career to advancing cosmetic dermatology for diverse populations. In her compelling and inf … 
The association between vitiligo and melanoma is complex. While the incidence of vitiligo in patients with melanoma is higher, the risk for the reverse, ie, the development of melanoma in a patient with vitiligo, is thought to be decreased. This report presents a case of melanoma developing on a non-sun-exposed site in a patient with skin of color and untreated vitiligo. It emphasizes the need … 
In 2022 the FDA approved a medication for the treatment of the condition dipicted in the image. It inhibits the same enzymes as which of the following?
A. Ruxolitinib
B. Abrocitinib
C. Apremilast
D. Adalimumab
E. Tofacitinib
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Dr. John Harris, professor and chair of the dermatology department at UMass Chan Medical School, shared current challenges and knowledge gaps in treating pigmentary disorders in an interview with Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium. Watch as Dr. Harris explains how these knowledge gaps impact the patient’s experience, including their expectations of vi … 
Delivering effective dermatologic care for patients with skin of color requires a deep understanding of their unique needs. In her presentation at the Skin of Color Update, Dr. Amy McMichael, professor in the Department of Dermatology at Wake Forest School of Medicine, shared practical insights on managing non-scarring alopecia, emphasizing the importance of considering both biological and cultura …