Genetic Disorders of Pigmentation | Expert Insights from Dr. Nada Elbuluk
Genetic Disorders of PigmentationGenetic disorders of pigmentation can affect more than just the skin, hair and nails, according to Dr. Nada Elbuluk, founder and director of the USC Skin of Color Center and Pigmentary Disorders Clinic. In an interview with Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium, Dr. Elbuluk outlines three categories of genetic disorders of pigmentation and why an early an …
Genetic Disorders of Pigmentation
The Why Behind Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium
Pigmentary DisordersNext Steps in Derm, in partnership with Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium interviewed Dr. Pearl E. Grimes, symposium chair and clinical professor of dermatology at the University of California, Los Angeles. Hear the “why” behind the Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium from its founding chair. Learn what Dr. Grimes believes is a common myth about pigmentary disorders. Plus hear what m …
Pigmentary Disorders
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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Scarring Hair Loss: CCCA and Androgenetic Alopecia Decoded
Scarring Hair LossDuring the 2021 Virtual Skin of Color Update conference, Dr. Valerie Callender, a well-known leader, pioneer in dermatology, and expert in the field of skin of color,  introduced us to scarring alopecia. The title of her talk says it all: “Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) and Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA): Diagnostic and Treatment Approaches.” To spoil the party, here are the …
Scarring Hair Loss
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