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    Clinical Pearls
    12/01/2025
    Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD
    Unlock the clinical relevance of type 2 inflammation beyond atopic dermatitis. Dr Jeffrey Cohen explores cytokine pathways, JAK-STAT signaling, and pivotal dupilumab trials for prurigo nodularis, chronic spontaneous urticaria, and bullous...
    Unlock the clinical relevance of type 2 inflammation beyond atopic dermatitis. Dr Jeffrey Cohen explores cytokine pathways, JAK-STAT signaling, and pivotal dupilumab trials for prurigo nodularis, chronic spontaneous urticaria, and bullous...
    Unlock the clinical relevance of...
    12/01/2025
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  • Mona Shahriari
    Rapid Refresh
    10/15/2025
    Mona Shahriari, MD, FAAD
    Dr Mona Shahriari explains how type 2 inflammation drives atopic dermatitis flares, the role of key cytokines like IL-4 and IL-13, and how emerging treatments target this complex immune cascade.
    Dr Mona Shahriari explains how type 2 inflammation drives atopic dermatitis flares, the role of key cytokines like IL-4 and IL-13, and how emerging treatments target this complex immune cascade.
    Dr Mona Shahriari explains how...
    10/15/2025
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  • Andrea Nguyen
    Clinical Pearls
    09/25/2025
    Andrea Nguyen, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C
    Explore how NPs and PAs can overcome access barriers and support individualized care for patients with vitiligo.
    Explore how NPs and PAs can overcome access barriers and support individualized care for patients with vitiligo.
    Explore how NPs and PAs can...
    09/25/2025
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  • Kimberly McPeeks
    Clinical Pearls
    09/15/2025
    Kimberly Kincaid McPeeks, MPAS, PA-C
    NCCPA-certified physician assistant Kimberly McPeaks explores key differences between irritant and allergic contact dermatitis. Learn when to use patch testing, and get tips on patient education and management.
    NCCPA-certified physician assistant Kimberly McPeaks explores key differences between irritant and allergic contact dermatitis. Learn when to use patch testing, and get tips on patient education and management.
    NCCPA-certified physician...
    09/15/2025
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  • Peggy Vernon
    Clinical Pearls
    09/05/2025
    Peggy Vernon, RN, MA, CPNP, DCNP, FAANP
    A review of topical treatments for pediatric atopic dermatitis, from calcineurin inhibitors to newer options like crisaborole and ruxolitinib.
    A review of topical treatments for pediatric atopic dermatitis, from calcineurin inhibitors to newer options like crisaborole and ruxolitinib.
    A review of topical treatments...
    09/05/2025
    The Derm APP
  • Peter Lio
    Clinical Pearls
    08/25/2025
    Peter Lio, MD, FAAD
    Integrative medicine bridges conventional treatments with complementary approaches, offering a holistic, patient-centered strategy for dermatologic care.
    Integrative medicine bridges conventional treatments with complementary approaches, offering a holistic, patient-centered strategy for dermatologic care.
    Integrative medicine bridges...
    08/25/2025
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  • Vivian Shi
    Rapid Refresh
    08/15/2025
    Vivian Shi, MD
    Dr Vivian Shi explores the burden of head and neck eczema, common triggers, and key diagnostic clues to distinguish atopic dermatitis from its mimickers.
    Dr Vivian Shi explores the burden of head and neck eczema, common triggers, and key diagnostic clues to distinguish atopic dermatitis from its mimickers.
    Dr Vivian Shi explores the...
    08/15/2025
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  • Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD
    Clinical Pearls
    08/05/2025
    Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD
    Dr Cohen examines the complex relationship between psoriasis and multiple sclerosis (MS), focusing on the impact of TNF-alpha inhibitors.
    Dr Cohen examines the complex relationship between psoriasis and multiple sclerosis (MS), focusing on the impact of TNF-alpha inhibitors.
    Dr Cohen examines the complex...
    08/05/2025
    The Derm APP
  • David Rosmarin
    Rapid Refresh
    07/25/2025
    David Rosmarin, MD
    Learn to distinguish between segmental and non-segmental vitiligo, identify signs of active disease, and explore clinical features like confetti depigmentation, trichrome patterns, and Koebner phenomenon in this detailed breakdown.
    Learn to distinguish between segmental and non-segmental vitiligo, identify signs of active disease, and explore clinical features like confetti depigmentation, trichrome patterns, and Koebner phenomenon in this detailed breakdown.
    Learn to distinguish between...
    07/25/2025
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  • Daniel Butler
    Rapid Refresh
    07/15/2025
    Daniel C. Butler, MD
    Dr Daniel Butler explores the role of Th2 immunity in dermatology. Learn about Th2-mediated skin diseases like atopic dermatitis and chronic spontaneous urticaria, cutting-edge biologics, JAK inhibitors, and best practices for patient...
    Dr Daniel Butler explores the role of Th2 immunity in dermatology. Learn about Th2-mediated skin diseases like atopic dermatitis and chronic spontaneous urticaria, cutting-edge biologics, JAK inhibitors, and best practices for patient...
    Dr Daniel Butler explores the...
    07/15/2025
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Featured

Quiz
01/01/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Dive into kinase dynamics—can you pinpoint the molecular reason behind increased adverse event risk with high-dose JAK inhibitor therapy?
Dive into kinase dynamics—can you pinpoint the molecular reason behind increased adverse event risk with high-dose JAK inhibitor therapy?
Dive into kinase dynamics—can...
01/01/2026
The Dermatologist
From The Dermatologist
Quiz
01/01/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Take the quiz to explore how fibroblasts respond to Type 2 cytokines in long-standing AD.
Take the quiz to explore how fibroblasts respond to Type 2 cytokines in long-standing AD.
Take the quiz to explore how...
01/01/2026
The Dermatologist
From The Dermatologist
Victor Czerkasij
Videos
12/26/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Victor Czerkasij reflects on Masterclasses in Dermatology APP Institute as a collaborative educational experience that fosters networking, shared learning, and professional growth to elevate patient care in dermatology.
Dr Victor Czerkasij reflects on Masterclasses in Dermatology APP Institute as a collaborative educational experience that fosters networking, shared learning, and professional growth to elevate patient care in dermatology.
Dr Victor Czerkasij reflects on...
12/26/2025
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Victor Czerkasij
Videos
12/26/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Victor Czerkasij discusses practical strategies for overcoming medication access challenges in dermatology.
Dr Victor Czerkasij discusses practical strategies for overcoming medication access challenges in dermatology.
Dr Victor Czerkasij discusses...
12/26/2025
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Victor Czerkasij
Videos
12/26/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Victor Czerkasij shares his experience speaking at Masterclasses in Dermatology APP Institute, focusing on educating the next generation of dermatology APPs and addressing misconceptions about sunscreen safety and systemic absorption.
Dr Victor Czerkasij shares his experience speaking at Masterclasses in Dermatology APP Institute, focusing on educating the next generation of dermatology APPs and addressing misconceptions about sunscreen safety and systemic absorption.
Dr Victor Czerkasij shares his...
12/26/2025
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Oyetewa Asempa, MD, FAAD
Videos
12/26/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Oyatewa Assempa emphasizes culturally informed hair care practices, accurate diagnosis of alopecia areata and scalp conditions in patients of color, and the importance of individualized, assumption-free treatment approaches.
Dr Oyatewa Assempa emphasizes culturally informed hair care practices, accurate diagnosis of alopecia areata and scalp conditions in patients of color, and the importance of individualized, assumption-free treatment approaches.
Dr Oyatewa Assempa emphasizes...
12/26/2025
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Oyetewa Asempa, MD, FAAD
Videos
12/26/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Oyetewa Asempa highlights her Masterclasses in Dermatology APP Institute session on alopecia areata, including culturally informed hair care and styling considerations for patients of color.
Dr Oyetewa Asempa highlights her Masterclasses in Dermatology APP Institute session on alopecia areata, including culturally informed hair care and styling considerations for patients of color.
Dr Oyetewa Asempa highlights her...
12/26/2025
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Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc
Videos
12/26/2025
Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc
Dr Joseph Merola provides a practical, dermatology-focused guide to interpreting autoimmune serologies.
Dr Joseph Merola provides a practical, dermatology-focused guide to interpreting autoimmune serologies.
Dr Joseph Merola provides a...
12/26/2025
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Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc
Videos
12/26/2025
Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc
Management of cutaneous lupus erythematosus is evolving, with a shift from traditional, high-burden therapies to newer targeted treatments.
Management of cutaneous lupus erythematosus is evolving, with a shift from traditional, high-burden therapies to newer targeted treatments.
Management of cutaneous lupus...
12/26/2025
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Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc
Videos
12/26/2025
Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc
Dr Joseph Merola discusses advancing psoriatic arthritis care beyond baseline treatment by focusing on long-term, holistic management.
Dr Joseph Merola discusses advancing psoriatic arthritis care beyond baseline treatment by focusing on long-term, holistic management.
Dr Joseph Merola discusses...
12/26/2025
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Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc
Videos
12/26/2025
Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc
Dr Joseph Merola highlights Masterclasses in Dermatology APP Institute as a unique, interactive, advanced educational opportunity that helps clinicians deepen their expertise in inflammatory skin and joint diseases and elevate their practice.
Dr Joseph Merola highlights Masterclasses in Dermatology APP Institute as a unique, interactive, advanced educational opportunity that helps clinicians deepen their expertise in inflammatory skin and joint diseases and elevate their practice.
Dr Joseph Merola highlights...
12/26/2025
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Clinical Pearls

jeff cohen
Clinical Pearls
12/01/2025
Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD
Unlock the clinical relevance of type 2 inflammation beyond atopic dermatitis. Dr Jeffrey Cohen explores cytokine pathways, JAK-STAT signaling, and pivotal dupilumab trials for prurigo nodularis, chronic spontaneous urticaria, and bullous...
Unlock the clinical relevance of type 2 inflammation beyond atopic dermatitis. Dr Jeffrey Cohen explores cytokine pathways, JAK-STAT signaling, and pivotal dupilumab trials for prurigo nodularis, chronic spontaneous urticaria, and bullous...
Unlock the clinical relevance of...
12/01/2025
The Derm APP
Andrea Nguyen
Clinical Pearls
09/25/2025
Andrea Nguyen, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C
Explore how NPs and PAs can overcome access barriers and support individualized care for patients with vitiligo.
Explore how NPs and PAs can overcome access barriers and support individualized care for patients with vitiligo.
Explore how NPs and PAs can...
09/25/2025
The Derm APP
Kimberly McPeeks
Clinical Pearls
09/15/2025
Kimberly Kincaid McPeeks, MPAS, PA-C
NCCPA-certified physician assistant Kimberly McPeaks explores key differences between irritant and allergic contact dermatitis. Learn when to use patch testing, and get tips on patient education and management.
NCCPA-certified physician assistant Kimberly McPeaks explores key differences between irritant and allergic contact dermatitis. Learn when to use patch testing, and get tips on patient education and management.
NCCPA-certified physician...
09/15/2025
The Derm APP
Peggy Vernon
Clinical Pearls
09/05/2025
Peggy Vernon, RN, MA, CPNP, DCNP, FAANP
A review of topical treatments for pediatric atopic dermatitis, from calcineurin inhibitors to newer options like crisaborole and ruxolitinib.
A review of topical treatments for pediatric atopic dermatitis, from calcineurin inhibitors to newer options like crisaborole and ruxolitinib.
A review of topical treatments...
09/05/2025
The Derm APP
Peter Lio
Clinical Pearls
08/25/2025
Peter Lio, MD, FAAD
Integrative medicine bridges conventional treatments with complementary approaches, offering a holistic, patient-centered strategy for dermatologic care.
Integrative medicine bridges conventional treatments with complementary approaches, offering a holistic, patient-centered strategy for dermatologic care.
Integrative medicine bridges...
08/25/2025
The Derm APP
Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD
Clinical Pearls
08/05/2025
Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD
Dr Cohen examines the complex relationship between psoriasis and multiple sclerosis (MS), focusing on the impact of TNF-alpha inhibitors.
Dr Cohen examines the complex relationship between psoriasis and multiple sclerosis (MS), focusing on the impact of TNF-alpha inhibitors.
Dr Cohen examines the complex...
08/05/2025
The Derm APP
Nnenna Agim
Clinical Pearls
07/05/2025
Nnenna Agim, MD
Dr Agim highlights the importance of precise diagnostic techniques, such as PCR swabs and cultures, in pediatric infectious disease management.
Dr Agim highlights the importance of precise diagnostic techniques, such as PCR swabs and cultures, in pediatric infectious disease management.
Dr Agim highlights the...
07/05/2025
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Ted Lain
Clinical Pearls
06/26/2025
Ted Lain, MD
In this video, Dr Lain explains the Olsen scale for grading actinic keratosis (AK), distinguishing between mild, moderate, and hyperkeratotic lesions, with a focus on their treatment and differentiation from squamous cell carcinoma in situ.
In this video, Dr Lain explains the Olsen scale for grading actinic keratosis (AK), distinguishing between mild, moderate, and hyperkeratotic lesions, with a focus on their treatment and differentiation from squamous cell carcinoma in situ.
In this video, Dr Lain explains...
06/26/2025
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Steven R. Feldman, MD, PhD
Clinical Pearls
05/15/2025
Steven R. Feldman, MD, PhD
Poor adherence to topical treatments is a major barrier in managing atopic dermatitis.
Poor adherence to topical treatments is a major barrier in managing atopic dermatitis.
Poor adherence to topical...
05/15/2025
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Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD
Clinical Pearls
05/15/2025
Jeff Cohen
Dr Cohen explores the association between psoriasis and increased malignancy risk, particularly keratinocyte carcinoma (BCC and SCC), lymphoma, bladder cancer, and lung adenocarcinoma.
Dr Cohen explores the association between psoriasis and increased malignancy risk, particularly keratinocyte carcinoma (BCC and SCC), lymphoma, bladder cancer, and lung adenocarcinoma.
Dr Cohen explores the...
05/15/2025
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Rapid Refresh

Mona Shahriari
Rapid Refresh
10/15/2025
Mona Shahriari, MD, FAAD
Dr Mona Shahriari explains how type 2 inflammation drives atopic dermatitis flares, the role of key cytokines like IL-4 and IL-13, and how emerging treatments target this complex immune cascade.
Dr Mona Shahriari explains how type 2 inflammation drives atopic dermatitis flares, the role of key cytokines like IL-4 and IL-13, and how emerging treatments target this complex immune cascade.
Dr Mona Shahriari explains how...
10/15/2025
The Derm APP
Vivian Shi
Rapid Refresh
08/15/2025
Vivian Shi, MD
Dr Vivian Shi explores the burden of head and neck eczema, common triggers, and key diagnostic clues to distinguish atopic dermatitis from its mimickers.
Dr Vivian Shi explores the burden of head and neck eczema, common triggers, and key diagnostic clues to distinguish atopic dermatitis from its mimickers.
Dr Vivian Shi explores the...
08/15/2025
The Derm APP
David Rosmarin
Rapid Refresh
07/25/2025
David Rosmarin, MD
Learn to distinguish between segmental and non-segmental vitiligo, identify signs of active disease, and explore clinical features like confetti depigmentation, trichrome patterns, and Koebner phenomenon in this detailed breakdown.
Learn to distinguish between segmental and non-segmental vitiligo, identify signs of active disease, and explore clinical features like confetti depigmentation, trichrome patterns, and Koebner phenomenon in this detailed breakdown.
Learn to distinguish between...
07/25/2025
The Derm APP
Daniel Butler
Rapid Refresh
07/15/2025
Daniel C. Butler, MD
Dr Daniel Butler explores the role of Th2 immunity in dermatology. Learn about Th2-mediated skin diseases like atopic dermatitis and chronic spontaneous urticaria, cutting-edge biologics, JAK inhibitors, and best practices for patient...
Dr Daniel Butler explores the role of Th2 immunity in dermatology. Learn about Th2-mediated skin diseases like atopic dermatitis and chronic spontaneous urticaria, cutting-edge biologics, JAK inhibitors, and best practices for patient...
Dr Daniel Butler explores the...
07/15/2025
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Lakshi Aldredge
Rapid Refresh
06/15/2025
Lakshi Aldredge, NP
Dermatology NP Lakshee Aldridge explores type 2 inflammation, its role in atopic dermatitis and prurigo nodularis, and how IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31-targeted therapies restore immune balance and improve patient outcomes.
Dermatology NP Lakshee Aldridge explores type 2 inflammation, its role in atopic dermatitis and prurigo nodularis, and how IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31-targeted therapies restore immune balance and improve patient outcomes.
Dermatology NP Lakshee Aldridge...
06/15/2025
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Hilary Baldwin
Rapid Refresh
06/05/2025
Hilary E. Baldwin, MD
Rosacea is a complex condition that often presents as a combination of subtypes rather than a single distinct form. This discussion highlights the shift from subtype classification to a phenotypic approach, emphasizing individualized...
Rosacea is a complex condition that often presents as a combination of subtypes rather than a single distinct form. This discussion highlights the shift from subtype classification to a phenotypic approach, emphasizing individualized...
Rosacea is a complex condition...
06/05/2025
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Nnenna Agim
Rapid Refresh
04/25/2025
Nnenna Agim, MD
Dr Agim explores common pediatric skin infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms.
Dr Agim explores common pediatric skin infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms.
Dr Agim explores common...
04/25/2025
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Ted Lain
Rapid Refresh
03/20/2025
Ted Lain, MD
UV radiation is the primary driver of actinic keratoses and squamous cell carcinoma development, triggering DNA damage, lipid oxidation, inflammation, and immunosuppression—ultimately leading to keratinocyte tumor growth.
UV radiation is the primary driver of actinic keratoses and squamous cell carcinoma development, triggering DNA damage, lipid oxidation, inflammation, and immunosuppression—ultimately leading to keratinocyte tumor growth.
UV radiation is the primary...
03/20/2025
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Steven Feldman
Rapid Refresh
01/13/2025
Steven R. Feldman, MD, PhD
Dr Steve Feldman discusses the role of type 2 inflammation in conditions like atopic dermatitis, asthma, and eosinophilic esophagitis.
Dr Steve Feldman discusses the role of type 2 inflammation in conditions like atopic dermatitis, asthma, and eosinophilic esophagitis.
Dr Steve Feldman discusses the...
01/13/2025
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Brian Kim, MD
Rapid Refresh
08/14/2024
Brian Kim, MD, MTR, FAAD
Boost your knowledge of itch disorders with Dr Brian Kim.
Boost your knowledge of itch disorders with Dr Brian Kim.
Boost your knowledge of itch...
08/14/2024
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APP Perspectives

Celebrate PA Week
APP Perspectives
10/08/2025
Coleen Stern, MA
Celebrate PA Week, October 6 to 12, 2025.
Celebrate PA Week, October 6 to 12, 2025.
Celebrate PA Week, October 6 to...
10/08/2025
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Lakshi Aldredge, NP
APP Perspectives
06/11/2024
Lakshi Aldredge, NP
Editorial Advisory Board Member Lakshi Aldredge, NP, shares what's in store for our new APP Institute Dermatology microlearning site.
Editorial Advisory Board Member Lakshi Aldredge, NP, shares what's in store for our new APP Institute Dermatology microlearning site.
Editorial Advisory Board Member...
06/11/2024
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Lakshi Aldredge
APP Perspectives
02/14/2024
Linda Stein Gold, MD; Lakshi Aldredge, NP
Staff members are at the heart of the dermatology practice. Nurse practitioner Lakshi Aldredge and Dr Linda Stein Gold discuss how to recruit and retain exceptional staff.
Staff members are at the heart of the dermatology practice. Nurse practitioner Lakshi Aldredge and Dr Linda Stein Gold discuss how to recruit and retain exceptional staff.
Staff members are at the heart...
02/14/2024
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Linda Stein Gold
APP Perspectives
02/14/2024
Linda Stein Gold, MD; Lakshi Aldredge, NP
Join nurse practitioner Lakshi Aldredge and Dr Linda Stein Gold as they discuss how the dermatology care team is stronger than ever.
Join nurse practitioner Lakshi Aldredge and Dr Linda Stein Gold as they discuss how the dermatology care team is stronger than ever.
Join nurse practitioner Lakshi...
02/14/2024
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Lakshi Aldredge
APP Perspectives
02/14/2024
Linda Stein Gold, MD; Lakshi Aldredge, NP
What makes a dermatology practice successful? Nurse practitioner Lakshi Aldredge and Dr Linda Stein Gold discuss key components.
What makes a dermatology practice successful? Nurse practitioner Lakshi Aldredge and Dr Linda Stein Gold discuss key components.
What makes a dermatology...
02/14/2024
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