Actinic Keratoses: Evidence-Based Treatment Options
Actinic KeratosesDr. Hanke, a dermatologic surgeon who needs no introduction (but I’ll give one anyway!) provided us with an evidence-based discussion of field treatments available for actinic keratoses at ODAC 2021 conference. Just to name a few of Dr. Hanke’s accomplishments, he is the current Senior Vice President of the Skin Cancer Foundation, Senior editor of JDD, and the former president of the AAD, A …
Actinic Keratoses
Dupilumab Therapeutic Cheat Sheet
DupilumabAtopic dermatitis (AD) is a common skin condition characterized by pruritus and occurs as a result of factors related to impaired skin barrier and immune response, as well as environmental and infectious agents. Patients with poor control on topical therapy are looking for safe and effective systemic treatments. We continue our series, Therapeutic Cheat Sheet, with a closer look at dupilumab, whic …
Dupilumab
Lessons from the Skin Microbiome: Innate Immunity, Skin Disease, and COVID-19
skin microbiomeWhile I was beginning the process of “scrubbing in” to assist in the hemicolectomy case as an intern, I carefully squeezed the anti-septic chlorhexidine-soaked sponge and watched the brown solution drip its way down my forearms. I continued the ritual by cleaning under the fingernails and on every plane of the fingers, hands, and forearms multiple times. After all; “Clean Hands Save Lives,� …
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Naturopathic Approach to Treating Dyspigmentation and Scarring in Skin of Color
dyspigmentationAs we know, people of color are more apt to have problems with dyspigmentation and excessive scarring (keloid formation and hypertrophic scars).  We probably all use a combination approach for both of these: sun protection, peels, HQ, OTC skin lighteners, injections, lasers, energy-based devices, etc. These are common approaches, but what are the go-to’s for a naturopathic physician? You may ne …
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Next Steps Thanks ODAC Supporters
As an official media partner of ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic and Surgical conference, Next Steps in Derm would like to acknowledge and thank the ODAC 2021 virtual supporters. This year, due to the global pandemic, ODAC will be hosted virtually. ODAC is committed to providing high-quality education in an engaging virtual format with top speakers and important topics. With nearly 1,000 US atten …
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