Authors


Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, MD, FAAD

Latest:

Unmasking Botulinum Toxin Myths

Misleading marketing and incomplete scientific data have led to widespread misinformation about botulinum toxin products.


David Cotter, MD, PhD

Latest:

Determining Follow-Up Approach in Melanoma Based on GEP Risk Level

An expert discusses whether the 31-gene expression profile (GEP) risk classification would change treatment guidelines and how the patient’s GEP risk level would influence the approach to surveillance and follow-up.


Amy Spizuoco, DO, FAOCD

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Getting JAK’d With Amy Spizuoco, DO, FAOCD

The JAK inhibitors have demonstrated efficacy, yet some clinicians are still wary of prescribing them. Amy Spizuoco, DO, FAOCD, shares tips to help clinicians improve their comfort in using them.


Christine Blank

Latest:

Drug Price Hikes Already Found in 2023

List prices of 450 medications have increased 5% overall at the beginning of 2023. More price hikes are expected.


Marcella R. Aquino, MD, FACAAI

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Marcella R. Aquino, MD, FACAAI: Don’t Make a Rash Dx

Marcella R. Aquino details issues in differential diagnosis for rashes that mimic allergic skin conditions at the ACAAI Annual Meeting.


Matthew Reedy, MD

Latest:

Administrative Burden of Prescribing Biologics

Prescribing biologics can require a complex approval and claims process. Creating a tiered system based on office workload can help practices understand and allocate staff time. Outsourcing approvals to pharmacies where possible can also streamline the process.



Hershel Dobkin, MD, FAAD

Latest:

It's Not Genital Warts: A Clinician's Guide to Reassuring Men's Genital Concerns

In celebration of Men's Health Month, Hershel Dobkin, MD, FAAD, shed some light on a "taboo" topic.


Cheri Frey, MD, FAAD

Latest:

Melanocyte Preservation and Future Directions for Laser Technology

Cheri Frey, MD, discusses how emerging laser technologies are advancing melanocyte-sparing treatments while developing more precise targeting capabilities and enhanced safety features for diverse skin types.


Maureen Offiah, MD

Latest:

A Clinician’s Perspective of RAD 2025: Part 1

Maureen Offiah, MD, reflected on the key takeaways as an attendee at the 2025 Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis (RAD) Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.


Steve Feldman, MD, PhD

Latest:

Ensure Patient Adherence in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis Cases

Steve Feldman, MD, PhD, is part of an atopic dermatitis panel and focuses on strategies to hold pediatric patients and their parents accountable to treatment methods.


Brittany Scurto, PA-C

Latest:

Brittany Scurto, PA-C: How to Discuss an Integrative Medicine Approach With Patients

Scurto presented integrative medicine pearls at the 2024 Diversity in Dermatology meeting.



Sana Suhail

Latest:

Pediatric Melanoma in Review: Providing Considerations for Dermatologists

Pediatric melanoma, though rare, is the deadliest skin cancer in children, with 300-500 US cases annually.


Kamran H. Imam, MD

Latest:

Award Recipient to Focus on Atopic Dermatitis in Native Americans

Kamran H. Imam, MD, hopes to unlock insights into the atopic disease burden among Native American populations.



Logan Lutton

Latest:

Johnson & Johnson Submits 2 sBLAs for Guselkumab for Pediatric Psoriasis and Juvenile PsA

If granted, guselkumab will be approved to treat children ages 6 and younger with severe plaque psoriasis and children ages 5 and younger with juvenile psoriatic arthritis.


Matthew Gavidia

Latest:

Study: Lifestyle Behaviors Linked With Psoriasis Development

Lifestyle behaviors, such as body mass index and smoking, were shown to have a stronger association with psoriasis, regardless of genetic risk.


Cameron Clements, NP-C

Latest:

How to Best Support Women With Menopausal Acne

Menopausal acne is rising yet underexplored; treatment must address hormonal shifts, skin sensitivity, and patient emotional well-being.


Laura Ferris, MD, PhD

Latest:

Frontline Forum Part 4: Solutions in the Management and Treatment of Basal Cell Carcinoma

In part 4 of this Frontline Forum series, John M. Strasswimmer, MD, PhD; Andrew H. Weinstein, MD; Neal Bhatia, MD; Laura Ferris, MD; and Aaron S. Farberg, MD, discuss solutions for managing and treating patients with basal cell carcinoma.


Michael Cameron, MD, FAAD

Latest:

Enhancing Atopic Dermatitis Treatment: Insights From Cutting-Edge Studies and Clinical Perspectives Part 3

A 5-expert panel continues their conversation on atopic dermatitis, discussing patient-centered care and key takeaways.


Adel Haque, MD

Latest:

Managing Atopic Dermatitis Postpartum and While Breastfeeding

A patient returns to your clinic seeking systemic therapy for her AD while postpartum and breastfeeding. Test your knowledge on injectables.


Shawn Kwatra, MD, FAAD

Latest:

Late-Breaking Data: Phase 3 Updates on Ruxolitinib Cream for Prurigo Nodularis

Shawn Kwatra, MD, FAAD, reviews his late-breaking data presentation at AAD on the first original studies of a topical cream for prurigo nodularis.


Jeff Bendix

Latest:

Burnout, Frustration Levels Continue to Grow Among Physicians

Doctors cite more support staff, reduced patient panels among solutions.


Brandie Metz, MD

Latest:

Managing Your Pediatric Dermatology Practice and Life: Insights from Brandie Metz, MD, and Megha Tollefson, MD

Metz and Tollefson share insights on efficient practice management, work-life balance, and exciting developments in pediatric dermatology.


Thandiwe Munaiwa, MD

Latest:

Q&A: How the PWRS Program and Inaugural Report is Empowering Women and Transforming Global Healthcare

Eve Arnera and Thandiwe Munaiwa, MD, spoke about the groundbreaking collaboration between SkinCeuticals and ReSurge International, “Pioneering Women in Reconstructive Surgery.”


Terri L. Phillips, MD, FAAP

Latest:

Q&A: Terri Phillips, MD, FAAP, Explores The Psychological Impact of Aesthetic Procedures

Phillips discusses Merz Aesthetics' recent research, which highlights how aesthetic treatments boost confidence, self-perception, and emotional well-being.



Stephen Zander, MBA

Latest:

How Can AI Improve Patient Care?

AI’s ability to quickly process and interpret large quantities of health data is a valuable tool for physicians.


Susan C. Olmstead, Editor

Latest:

Drug Combination May Benefit Patients with Transplanted Kidneys, Advanced Skin Cancers

In most kidney transplant recipients with advanced skin cancer, 2 checkpoint inhibitors are needed to boost the immune system, according to a new study.

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