Skin of Color Update

Comprehensive Insights on Scarring Alopecias in Skin of Color
alopeciasTreating scarring alopecias in patients with skin of color requires a nuanced understanding of their unique clinical features and challenges. Dr. Susan Taylor, Professor of Dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine (@drsusantaylor), President-Elect of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), and founder of the Skin of Color Society, has devoted her career to impro …
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Dr. Kwatra’s Insights on Emerging Advances in Chronic Itch
chronic itchAs dermatologists, we recognize that chronic itch is a complex and often debilitating condition that significantly impacts our patients' quality of life, affecting their physical health, mental well-being, and daily activities. Chronic itch can be especially challenging to diagnose and treat, particularly in patients with skin of color, who may experience unique clinical manifestations and complic …
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Using Lasers & EBDs for Acne Scars in Patients with Skin of Color
acne scarsAt the 2023 Skin of Color Update conference in New York City, renowned expert Dr. Gilly Munavalli delved into the application of lasers and energy-based devices for treating acne scars, particularly focusing on patients with skin of color. Here, you can find a simplified overview of the key insights shared during the meeting for those who may have missed it. Dr. Munavalli shared that his practi …
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Acne in Patients with Skin of Color: Medical & Procedural Treatment Strategies
acneThe 2023 Skin of Color Update in New York City featured a comprehensive discussion on the evolving landscape of treating acne, with a particular focus on medical and procedural approaches. Attendees had the unique opportunity to hear Dr. Valerie Callendar, professor of dermatology at Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, DC,  and Dr. Andrew Alexis, Professor of Clinical Dermatology …
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Diagnosing & Treating Psoriasis in Patients with Skin of Color | Pearls from the Experts
psoriasisDuring the 2023 Skin of Color Update in New York City, esteemed experts, Dr. Andrew Alexis, Professor of Clinical Dermatology at Weill Cornell Medical College, and Dr. George Han, Associate Professor in the Department of Dermatology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, shared their expertise in diagnosing and managing psoriasis in individuals with skin of color …
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