JDD Buzz Series | Social Media’s Impact on Hair Loss Information
Social media is a major source of medical information, including information about hair loss. How reliable is the hair loss material presented on social media, and how does this information impact patients? Those are some of the questions posed by researchers in a study published in the March Journal of Drugs in Dermatology.
I interviewed author Raymond Ezzat, third-year medical student at Geor …
Social media is a major source of medical information, including information about hair loss. How reliable is the hair loss material presented on social media, and how does this information impact patients? Those are some of the questions posed by researchers in a study published in the March Journal of Drugs in Dermatology.
I interviewed author Raymond Ezzat, third-year medical student at Geor … Continue reading "JDD Buzz Series | Social Media’s Impact on Hair Loss Information"
Typical dermoscopic features of this common benign lesion that typically begins to appear during the fourth decade of life include all of the following except:
A. Fat fingers
B. Reticulated pigment network
C. Milia-like cysts
D. Cerebriform surface
E. Light brown parallel structures
To find out the correct answer and r … 
The past year has been an extraordinary time in drug approvals in medical dermatology, especially the approval of treatments that impact patients with skin of color, according to Dr. Andrew F. Alexis, co-chair of Skin of Color Update. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Alexis, who is also vice-chair for diversity and inclusion for the Weill Cornell Medica … 
The Dermatopathology CORE Exam
The Dermatopathology CORE exam, administered by the American Board of Dermatology (ABD), is a major milestone for dermatology residents working toward board certification. A strong grasp of dermatopathology isn’t just essential for passing—it is critical for diagnosing skin disorders in daily practice.
Studying for this exam can feel overwhelming, given the s … 
PureWow recently wrote an article about the “Accutane nose” effect. Users on social media claim Accutane use can lead to a slimmer nose – a subtle nose job. For an expert’s perspective on use of isotretinoin in 2025, I reached out to San Diego dermatologist Neal Bhatia, MD, FAAD.
Have you heard about "Accutane nose" and what are your thoughts on it?
I can’t say I’ve heard of it. It …