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  • Peter Lio
    Expert Insights
    03/05/2026
    Peter Lio, MD, FAAD
    In this interview, Peter Lio, MD, explores how modern environmental exposures—from pollution to lifestyle shifts—are accelerating type 2 inflammation and fueling atopic dermatitis and seasonal allergies in today’s patients.
    In this interview, Peter Lio, MD, explores how modern environmental exposures—from pollution to lifestyle shifts—are accelerating type 2 inflammation and fueling atopic dermatitis and seasonal allergies in today’s patients.
    In this interview, Peter Lio,...
    03/05/2026
    Allergy & Immunology
  • Dr Brett King
    Videos
    03/04/2026
    Brett A. King, MD, PhD
    Oral JAK inhibitors are appropriate for moderate or rapidly progressive alopecia areata, with regrowth often requiring 6 to 12 months and careful tapering, and failure of one agent not predicting failure of another.
    Oral JAK inhibitors are appropriate for moderate or rapidly progressive alopecia areata, with regrowth often requiring 6 to 12 months and careful tapering, and failure of one agent not predicting failure of another.
    Oral JAK inhibitors are...
    03/04/2026
    The Dermatologist
  • Brian Kim, MD, MTR
    Videos
    03/02/2026
    Brian Kim, MD, MTR, FAAD
    Chronic itch in prurigo nodularis is increasingly understood as a neuroimmune process driven by type 2 cytokines rather than histamine alone. In this interview, Dr Kim explores how IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 interact with sensory neurons to...
    Chronic itch in prurigo nodularis is increasingly understood as a neuroimmune process driven by type 2 cytokines rather than histamine alone. In this interview, Dr Kim explores how IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 interact with sensory neurons to...
    Chronic itch in prurigo...
    03/02/2026
    The Dermatologist
  • Fabrizio Galimberti, MD
    Videos
    02/28/2026
    Jessica Garlewicz
    Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a rare but life-threatening condition that requires early recognition and prompt intervention.
    Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a rare but life-threatening condition that requires early recognition and prompt intervention.
    Generalized pustular psoriasis...
    02/28/2026
    The Dermatologist
  • Blauvelt
    Videos
    02/17/2026
    Riya Gandhi, MA
    Dr Andrew Blauvelt discusses how emerging oral IL-23 therapies may address persistent gaps in psoriasis care, including undertreatment and nonadherence.
    Dr Andrew Blauvelt discusses how emerging oral IL-23 therapies may address persistent gaps in psoriasis care, including undertreatment and nonadherence.
    Dr Andrew Blauvelt discusses how...
    02/17/2026
    The Dermatologist
  • Melissa Piliang
    Videos
    02/01/2026
    Melissa Piliang, MD
    In an insightful conversation with Dr Melissa Piliang, we explore how eyebrow and eyelash loss affects patients’ quality of life, advancements in treatment options, and how new clinical trials are offering hope for patients.
    In an insightful conversation with Dr Melissa Piliang, we explore how eyebrow and eyelash loss affects patients’ quality of life, advancements in treatment options, and how new clinical trials are offering hope for patients.
    In an insightful conversation...
    02/01/2026
    The Dermatologist
  • Peter Lio
    Clinical Insights
    01/20/2026
    Peter Lio, MD, FAAD
    Dr Peter Lio discusses how urbanization, modern lifestyles, and shifting environmental exposures may be driving rising rates of allergic rhinitis, food allergy, and atopic dermatitis—and which exposures should most concern clinicians.
    Dr Peter Lio discusses how urbanization, modern lifestyles, and shifting environmental exposures may be driving rising rates of allergic rhinitis, food allergy, and atopic dermatitis—and which exposures should most concern clinicians.
    Dr Peter Lio discusses how...
    01/20/2026
    Allergy & Immunology
  • Stephen D. Hess, MD, PhD
    Videos
    01/13/2026
    Stephen D. Hess, MD, PhD
    Dr Stephen Hess shares how he integrates the augmented intelligence-based Nevisense device into real-world dermatology practice to enhance clinical decision-making.
    Dr Stephen Hess shares how he integrates the augmented intelligence-based Nevisense device into real-world dermatology practice to enhance clinical decision-making.
    Dr Stephen Hess shares how he...
    01/13/2026
    The Dermatologist
  • melissa Piliang
    Videos
    12/17/2025
    Melissa Piliang, MD
    Gain expert insight into the origins and implications of the boxed warning on JAK inhibitors for dermatologists treating alopecia areata. Learn about clinical trial data, patient selection, risk mitigation strategies, and the importance of...
    Gain expert insight into the origins and implications of the boxed warning on JAK inhibitors for dermatologists treating alopecia areata. Learn about clinical trial data, patient selection, risk mitigation strategies, and the importance of...
    Gain expert insight into the...
    12/17/2025
    The Dermatologist
  • Part 3
    Videos
    11/03/2025
    Brittany Craiglow, MD; Brett A. King, MD, PhD; Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD
    In the final installment of this expert roundtable series, top dermatologists discuss holistic care in alopecia areata, including emotional support, patient education, and resources like the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. Learn how to...
    In the final installment of this expert roundtable series, top dermatologists discuss holistic care in alopecia areata, including emotional support, patient education, and resources like the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. Learn how to...
    In the final installment of this...
    11/03/2025
    The Dermatologist

Featured

Atopic dermatitis
News
03/19/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Component-resolved diagnostics may offer a more precise approach to allergen assessment in atopic dermatitis, according to a review examining its potential role in personalized disease management.
Component-resolved diagnostics may offer a more precise approach to allergen assessment in atopic dermatitis, according to a review examining its potential role in personalized disease management.
Component-resolved diagnostics...
03/19/2026
The Dermatologist
psoriasis0
News
03/19/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Lysine crotonylation, a post-translational modification previously studied in oncology, may play a role in psoriasis pathogenesis, according to a translational study comparing protein modification profiles in lesional and non-lesional skin.
Lysine crotonylation, a post-translational modification previously studied in oncology, may play a role in psoriasis pathogenesis, according to a translational study comparing protein modification profiles in lesional and non-lesional skin.
Lysine crotonylation, a...
03/19/2026
The Dermatologist
FDA Alerts
03/18/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Icotyde (icotrokinra) for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older.
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Icotyde (icotrokinra) for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older.
The US Food and Drug...
03/18/2026
The Dermatologist
Q&A
03/17/2026
Explore the latest advances in sunscreen filter technology, including improved UVA coverage, photostability, and cosmetic formulations that enhance patient adherence. Learn how U.S. regulatory limitations compare with international markets,...
Explore the latest advances in sunscreen filter technology, including improved UVA coverage, photostability, and cosmetic formulations that enhance patient adherence. Learn how U.S. regulatory limitations compare with international markets,...
Explore the latest advances in...
03/17/2026
The Dermatologist
FDA Alerts
03/17/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Cosentyx for the treatment of pediatric patients aged 12 years and older with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa.
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Cosentyx for the treatment of pediatric patients aged 12 years and older with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa.
The US Food and Drug...
03/17/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
03/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Challenge your understanding of direct and indirect cytokine–nerve interactions and mechanical hypersensitivity of type 2 signaling in prurigo nodularis.
Challenge your understanding of direct and indirect cytokine–nerve interactions and mechanical hypersensitivity of type 2 signaling in prurigo nodularis.
Challenge your understanding of...
03/15/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
03/12/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
How should clinicians redefine severe alopecia areata? When is it appropriate to treat ≤20% scalp involvement with oral JAK inhibitors? This expert-level quiz explores remission durability, treatment withdrawal, and practical strategies for...
How should clinicians redefine severe alopecia areata? When is it appropriate to treat ≤20% scalp involvement with oral JAK inhibitors? This expert-level quiz explores remission durability, treatment withdrawal, and practical strategies for...
How should clinicians redefine...
03/12/2026
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
03/11/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Higher body roundness index, a measure of visceral adiposity, is associated with increased psoriasis prevalence, and systemic immune activation may partially mediate this relationship.
Higher body roundness index, a measure of visceral adiposity, is associated with increased psoriasis prevalence, and systemic immune activation may partially mediate this relationship.
Higher body roundness index, a...
03/11/2026
The Dermatologist
atopic dermatitis
News
03/11/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Socioeconomic status appears to influence pediatric atopic dermatitis, but the direction and strength of the association remain unclear.
Socioeconomic status appears to influence pediatric atopic dermatitis, but the direction and strength of the association remain unclear.
Socioeconomic status appears to...
03/11/2026
The Dermatologist
FDA Alerts
03/10/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
On March 6, 2026, the US Food and Drug Administration approved Sotyktu (deucravacitinib) for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis.
On March 6, 2026, the US Food and Drug Administration approved Sotyktu (deucravacitinib) for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis.
On March 6, 2026, the US Food...
03/10/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
03/10/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Explore the hierarchical and cooperative roles of IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 in sustaining chronic itch and inflammation in prurigo nodularis.
Explore the hierarchical and cooperative roles of IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 in sustaining chronic itch and inflammation in prurigo nodularis.
Explore the hierarchical and...
03/10/2026
The Dermatologist

From The Issue

Cover Story
03/09/2026
Oyetewa Boluwatito Asempa, MD, FAAD; Coleen Stern, MA; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Oyetewa Asempa explores the clinical, psychosocial, and equity-driven imperatives reshaping how dermatologists diagnose and treat hyperpigmentation disorders in patients with skin of color.
Dr Oyetewa Asempa explores the clinical, psychosocial, and equity-driven imperatives reshaping how dermatologists diagnose and treat hyperpigmentation disorders in patients with skin of color.
Dr Oyetewa Asempa explores the...
03/09/2026
The Dermatologist
Feature Story
03/09/2026
Omar Raheel, BA; Jade Bajic, BSc; Ryan Hirsh, BS; Steven R. Feldman, MD, PhD
Get the answers to key questions about biosimilars, including what they are, how they are regulated, and how they affect prescribing, insurance coverage, and patient care.
Get the answers to key questions about biosimilars, including what they are, how they are regulated, and how they affect prescribing, insurance coverage, and patient care.
Get the answers to key questions...
03/09/2026
The Dermatologist
Feature Story
03/09/2026
David Fudman, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Gastroenterologist Dr David Fudman examines our evolving understanding of the gut-skin axis and the pivotal role dermatologists play in identifying and comanaging the cutaneous symptoms of luminal disease.
Gastroenterologist Dr David Fudman examines our evolving understanding of the gut-skin axis and the pivotal role dermatologists play in identifying and comanaging the cutaneous symptoms of luminal disease.
Gastroenterologist Dr David...
03/09/2026
The Dermatologist
Derm Dx
03/09/2026
Aamir N. Hussain, MD, MAPP; Umayr R. Shaikh, MPH; Kabir Al-Tariq, MS; David Terrano, MD, PhD
A 55-year-old woman with a history of hypertension and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease presented with a pruritic rash localized to her right axilla for 2 months.
A 55-year-old woman with a history of hypertension and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease presented with a pruritic rash localized to her right axilla for 2 months.
A 55-year-old woman with a...
03/09/2026
The Dermatologist
HSF-Reviewed Content
03/09/2026
Mondana Ghias, MD, FAAD
Through a longitudinal approach, care teams can achieve greater clarity, stability, and long-term disease control.
Through a longitudinal approach, care teams can achieve greater clarity, stability, and long-term disease control.
Through a longitudinal approach,...
03/09/2026
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Clinical Tips
03/09/2026
Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC
Keep these tips and pearls from dermatologic experts in mind for your next appointment.
Keep these tips and pearls from dermatologic experts in mind for your next appointment.
Keep these tips and pearls from...
03/09/2026
The Dermatologist
Derm Dx
01/30/2026
Bruh Alem, MD; Aklilu Melaku, MD; Amor Khachemoune, MD, FAAD, FACMS
A 72-year-old man with a history of type 2 diabetes, obesity, and hypertension presented with multiple firm, well-circumscribed, reddish-brown, cystic lesions on both shins but more pronounced on his right shin.
A 72-year-old man with a history of type 2 diabetes, obesity, and hypertension presented with multiple firm, well-circumscribed, reddish-brown, cystic lesions on both shins but more pronounced on his right shin.
A 72-year-old man with a history...
01/30/2026
The Dermatologist
Cover Story
01/30/2026
Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc; Alice Bendix Gottlieb, MD, PhD
From low disease activity and remission to digital measurement, equity, and access, Dr Joseph Merola and Dr Alice Gottlieb map where dermatology is heading next.
From low disease activity and remission to digital measurement, equity, and access, Dr Joseph Merola and Dr Alice Gottlieb map where dermatology is heading next.
From low disease activity and...
01/30/2026
The Dermatologist
Clinical Tips
01/30/2026
Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC
Keep these tips and pearls from dermatologic experts in mind for your next appointment.
Keep these tips and pearls from dermatologic experts in mind for your next appointment.
Keep these tips and pearls from...
01/30/2026
The Dermatologist
Derm Dx
12/09/2025
Kassidy Fishman, BBA; Stephanie Liu, DO, MBA; Robert Adler, BA; Isha Gandhi, BS; Robert Phelps, MD
A 57-year-old man who works as barber presented with a nodule on his dorsal right hand.
A 57-year-old man who works as barber presented with a nodule on his dorsal right hand.
A 57-year-old man who works as...
12/09/2025
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Multimedia

Peter Lio
Expert Insights
03/05/2026
Peter Lio, MD, FAAD
In this interview, Peter Lio, MD, explores how modern environmental exposures—from pollution to lifestyle shifts—are accelerating type 2 inflammation and fueling atopic dermatitis and seasonal allergies in today’s patients.
In this interview, Peter Lio, MD, explores how modern environmental exposures—from pollution to lifestyle shifts—are accelerating type 2 inflammation and fueling atopic dermatitis and seasonal allergies in today’s patients.
In this interview, Peter Lio,...
03/05/2026
Allergy & Immunology
Dr Brett King
Videos
03/04/2026
Brett A. King, MD, PhD
Oral JAK inhibitors are appropriate for moderate or rapidly progressive alopecia areata, with regrowth often requiring 6 to 12 months and careful tapering, and failure of one agent not predicting failure of another.
Oral JAK inhibitors are appropriate for moderate or rapidly progressive alopecia areata, with regrowth often requiring 6 to 12 months and careful tapering, and failure of one agent not predicting failure of another.
Oral JAK inhibitors are...
03/04/2026
The Dermatologist
Brian Kim, MD, MTR
Videos
03/02/2026
Brian Kim, MD, MTR, FAAD
Chronic itch in prurigo nodularis is increasingly understood as a neuroimmune process driven by type 2 cytokines rather than histamine alone. In this interview, Dr Kim explores how IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 interact with sensory neurons to...
Chronic itch in prurigo nodularis is increasingly understood as a neuroimmune process driven by type 2 cytokines rather than histamine alone. In this interview, Dr Kim explores how IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 interact with sensory neurons to...
Chronic itch in prurigo...
03/02/2026
The Dermatologist
Fabrizio Galimberti, MD
Videos
02/28/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a rare but life-threatening condition that requires early recognition and prompt intervention.
Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a rare but life-threatening condition that requires early recognition and prompt intervention.
Generalized pustular psoriasis...
02/28/2026
The Dermatologist
Blauvelt
Videos
02/17/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Andrew Blauvelt discusses how emerging oral IL-23 therapies may address persistent gaps in psoriasis care, including undertreatment and nonadherence.
Dr Andrew Blauvelt discusses how emerging oral IL-23 therapies may address persistent gaps in psoriasis care, including undertreatment and nonadherence.
Dr Andrew Blauvelt discusses how...
02/17/2026
The Dermatologist
Melissa Piliang
Videos
02/01/2026
Melissa Piliang, MD
In an insightful conversation with Dr Melissa Piliang, we explore how eyebrow and eyelash loss affects patients’ quality of life, advancements in treatment options, and how new clinical trials are offering hope for patients.
In an insightful conversation with Dr Melissa Piliang, we explore how eyebrow and eyelash loss affects patients’ quality of life, advancements in treatment options, and how new clinical trials are offering hope for patients.
In an insightful conversation...
02/01/2026
The Dermatologist
Peter Lio
Clinical Insights
01/20/2026
Peter Lio, MD, FAAD
Dr Peter Lio discusses how urbanization, modern lifestyles, and shifting environmental exposures may be driving rising rates of allergic rhinitis, food allergy, and atopic dermatitis—and which exposures should most concern clinicians.
Dr Peter Lio discusses how urbanization, modern lifestyles, and shifting environmental exposures may be driving rising rates of allergic rhinitis, food allergy, and atopic dermatitis—and which exposures should most concern clinicians.
Dr Peter Lio discusses how...
01/20/2026
Allergy & Immunology
Stephen D. Hess, MD, PhD
Videos
01/13/2026
Stephen D. Hess, MD, PhD
Dr Stephen Hess shares how he integrates the augmented intelligence-based Nevisense device into real-world dermatology practice to enhance clinical decision-making.
Dr Stephen Hess shares how he integrates the augmented intelligence-based Nevisense device into real-world dermatology practice to enhance clinical decision-making.
Dr Stephen Hess shares how he...
01/13/2026
The Dermatologist
melissa Piliang
Videos
12/17/2025
Melissa Piliang, MD
Gain expert insight into the origins and implications of the boxed warning on JAK inhibitors for dermatologists treating alopecia areata. Learn about clinical trial data, patient selection, risk mitigation strategies, and the importance of...
Gain expert insight into the origins and implications of the boxed warning on JAK inhibitors for dermatologists treating alopecia areata. Learn about clinical trial data, patient selection, risk mitigation strategies, and the importance of...
Gain expert insight into the...
12/17/2025
The Dermatologist
Part 3
Videos
11/03/2025
Brittany Craiglow, MD; Brett A. King, MD, PhD; Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD
In the final installment of this expert roundtable series, top dermatologists discuss holistic care in alopecia areata, including emotional support, patient education, and resources like the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. Learn how to...
In the final installment of this expert roundtable series, top dermatologists discuss holistic care in alopecia areata, including emotional support, patient education, and resources like the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. Learn how to...
In the final installment of this...
11/03/2025
The Dermatologist

Partner Reviewed

NEA Approved Features
03/09/2026
Allison Loiselle, PhD; Jessica Garlewicz
The National Eczema Association offers practical guidance on assessing transition readiness and empowering adolescents and young adults as they move toward independent atopic dermatitis care.
The National Eczema Association offers practical guidance on assessing transition readiness and empowering adolescents and young adults as they move toward independent atopic dermatitis care.
The National Eczema Association...
03/09/2026
The Dermatologist
NRS Approved Features
01/30/2026
Andrew Huff
Imbalances in the mycobiome may contribute to the development of this chronic skin condition.
Imbalances in the mycobiome may contribute to the development of this chronic skin condition.
Imbalances in the mycobiome may...
01/30/2026
The Dermatologist
NPF Endorsed Features
01/30/2026
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
A new NPF Medical Board/International Psoriasis Council joint position statement concludes that routine latent tuberculosis infection testing is unnecessary for patients with psoriasis who are taking IL-17 or IL-23 inhibitors.
A new NPF Medical Board/International Psoriasis Council joint position statement concludes that routine latent tuberculosis infection testing is unnecessary for patients with psoriasis who are taking IL-17 or IL-23 inhibitors.
A new NPF Medical...
01/30/2026
The Dermatologist
NAAF-Reviewed Content
01/30/2026
Brett A. King, MD, PhD
As JAK inhibitors reshape the treatment landscape for alopecia areata, clinicians face new questions about when to initiate treatment, therapeutic expectations, and management over time.
As JAK inhibitors reshape the treatment landscape for alopecia areata, clinicians face new questions about when to initiate treatment, therapeutic expectations, and management over time.
As JAK inhibitors reshape the...
01/30/2026
The Dermatologist
NEA Approved Features
12/09/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
As eczema care continues to progress toward different treat-to-target and other shared treatment goals with patients, self-monitoring can be integral to support this evolving care framework.
As eczema care continues to progress toward different treat-to-target and other shared treatment goals with patients, self-monitoring can be integral to support this evolving care framework.
As eczema care continues to...
12/09/2025
The Dermatologist
NAAF-Reviewed Content
10/06/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Integrating mental health assessment and support into our management of this disease in children and adolescents is imperative to ensure positive quality of life outcomes.
Integrating mental health assessment and support into our management of this disease in children and adolescents is imperative to ensure positive quality of life outcomes.
Integrating mental health...
10/06/2025
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NPF Endorsed Features
10/06/2025
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Research has consistently shown that people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis face higher rates of serious comorbidities
Research has consistently shown that people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis face higher rates of serious comorbidities
Research has consistently shown...
10/06/2025
The Dermatologist
NRS Approved Features
10/06/2025
Andrew Huff
The community of microorganisms present on our skin may play an important role in the development of steroid-induced rosacea and perioral dermatitis.
The community of microorganisms present on our skin may play an important role in the development of steroid-induced rosacea and perioral dermatitis.
The community of microorganisms...
10/06/2025
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Cover Story
09/08/2025
Justin M. Ko, MD, MBA
Dr Justin Ko shares patient-centered strategies for discussing boxed warnings, risk assessment, and therapeutic goals.
Dr Justin Ko shares patient-centered strategies for discussing boxed warnings, risk assessment, and therapeutic goals.
Dr Justin Ko shares...
09/08/2025
The Dermatologist
NEA Approved Features
09/08/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
National Eczema Association researchers offer practical guidance grounded in real-world patient and provider needs to optimize long-term atopic dermatitis control and better support patient self-management.
National Eczema Association researchers offer practical guidance grounded in real-world patient and provider needs to optimize long-term atopic dermatitis control and better support patient self-management.
National Eczema Association...
09/08/2025
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News and FDA Alerts

psoriasis0
News
03/19/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Lysine crotonylation, a post-translational modification previously studied in oncology, may play a role in psoriasis pathogenesis, according to a translational study comparing protein modification profiles in lesional and non-lesional skin.
Lysine crotonylation, a post-translational modification previously studied in oncology, may play a role in psoriasis pathogenesis, according to a translational study comparing protein modification profiles in lesional and non-lesional skin.
Lysine crotonylation, a...
03/19/2026
The Dermatologist
FDA Alerts
03/18/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Icotyde (icotrokinra) for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older.
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Icotyde (icotrokinra) for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older.
The US Food and Drug...
03/18/2026
The Dermatologist
FDA Alerts
03/17/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Cosentyx for the treatment of pediatric patients aged 12 years and older with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa.
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Cosentyx for the treatment of pediatric patients aged 12 years and older with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa.
The US Food and Drug...
03/17/2026
The Dermatologist
atopic dermatitis
News
03/11/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Socioeconomic status appears to influence pediatric atopic dermatitis, but the direction and strength of the association remain unclear.
Socioeconomic status appears to influence pediatric atopic dermatitis, but the direction and strength of the association remain unclear.
Socioeconomic status appears to...
03/11/2026
The Dermatologist
FDA Alerts
03/10/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
On March 6, 2026, the US Food and Drug Administration approved Sotyktu (deucravacitinib) for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis.
On March 6, 2026, the US Food and Drug Administration approved Sotyktu (deucravacitinib) for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis.
On March 6, 2026, the US Food...
03/10/2026
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
03/03/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Biologic therapy for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis was associated with marked improvements in psychological distress and quality of life in a real-world clinical setting.
Biologic therapy for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis was associated with marked improvements in psychological distress and quality of life in a real-world clinical setting.
Biologic therapy for...
03/03/2026
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
02/03/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Anxiety and depression symptoms can still occur in young adults with well-controlled psoriasis, even when disease activity is minimal, according to a cross-sectional study exploring psychological distress and its potential biological...
Anxiety and depression symptoms can still occur in young adults with well-controlled psoriasis, even when disease activity is minimal, according to a cross-sectional study exploring psychological distress and its potential biological...
Anxiety and depression symptoms...
02/03/2026
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
01/22/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A new systems biology study using mathematical modeling provides insight into how cytokine imbalance drives psoriasis flares and suggests that restoring immune-epidermal feedback.
A new systems biology study using mathematical modeling provides insight into how cytokine imbalance drives psoriasis flares and suggests that restoring immune-epidermal feedback.
A new systems biology study...
01/22/2026
The Dermatologist
Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
News
01/06/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
An updated evidence-based review outlines contemporary strategies for evaluating and managing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
An updated evidence-based review outlines contemporary strategies for evaluating and managing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
An updated evidence-based review...
01/06/2026
The Dermatologist
Atopic dermatitis
FDA Alerts
10/06/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA approved ZORYVE (roflumilast) cream 0.05% for the topical treatment of mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients aged 2 to 5 years.
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA approved ZORYVE (roflumilast) cream 0.05% for the topical treatment of mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients aged 2 to 5 years.
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA...
10/06/2025
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Quizzes and Polls

Quiz
03/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Challenge your understanding of direct and indirect cytokine–nerve interactions and mechanical hypersensitivity of type 2 signaling in prurigo nodularis.
Challenge your understanding of direct and indirect cytokine–nerve interactions and mechanical hypersensitivity of type 2 signaling in prurigo nodularis.
Challenge your understanding of...
03/15/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
03/12/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
How should clinicians redefine severe alopecia areata? When is it appropriate to treat ≤20% scalp involvement with oral JAK inhibitors? This expert-level quiz explores remission durability, treatment withdrawal, and practical strategies for...
How should clinicians redefine severe alopecia areata? When is it appropriate to treat ≤20% scalp involvement with oral JAK inhibitors? This expert-level quiz explores remission durability, treatment withdrawal, and practical strategies for...
How should clinicians redefine...
03/12/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
03/10/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Explore the hierarchical and cooperative roles of IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 in sustaining chronic itch and inflammation in prurigo nodularis.
Explore the hierarchical and cooperative roles of IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 in sustaining chronic itch and inflammation in prurigo nodularis.
Explore the hierarchical and...
03/10/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
03/05/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your understanding of how type 2 immune signaling drives chronic itch in prurigo nodularis through complex neuroimmune interactions.
Test your understanding of how type 2 immune signaling drives chronic itch in prurigo nodularis through complex neuroimmune interactions.
Test your understanding of how...
03/05/2026
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
Quiz
03/02/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
What is a key distinguishing feature of generalized pustular psoriasis that differentiates it from plaque psoriasis?
What is a key distinguishing feature of generalized pustular psoriasis that differentiates it from plaque psoriasis?
What is a key distinguishing...
03/02/2026
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
Quiz
03/02/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
What is the reason generalized pustular psoriasis is often misdiagnosed?
What is the reason generalized pustular psoriasis is often misdiagnosed?
What is the reason generalized...
03/02/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
02/26/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Explore the relationship between allergic disease trends, genetic timelines, and the clinical framework used to describe the progression of atopic conditions across childhood.
Explore the relationship between allergic disease trends, genetic timelines, and the clinical framework used to describe the progression of atopic conditions across childhood.
Explore the relationship between...
02/26/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
02/26/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Assess your understanding of early skin barrier interventions in infants and the clinical rationale for prompt treatment of atopic dermatitis in young children, including implications for long-term disease outcomes.
Assess your understanding of early skin barrier interventions in infants and the clinical rationale for prompt treatment of atopic dermatitis in young children, including implications for long-term disease outcomes.
Assess your understanding of...
02/26/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
02/26/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your knowledge of the epidemiologic data examining environmental exposures and their association with atopic disease development. This quiz explores key population-level observations shaping modern allergy research.
Test your knowledge of the epidemiologic data examining environmental exposures and their association with atopic disease development. This quiz explores key population-level observations shaping modern allergy research.
Test your knowledge of the...
02/26/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
02/05/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your understanding of how clinical trials assess and define success in eyebrow and eyelash regrowth for patients with alopecia areata.
Test your understanding of how clinical trials assess and define success in eyebrow and eyelash regrowth for patients with alopecia areata.
Test your understanding of how...
02/05/2026
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Professional Development

Conference Coverage

wells
Clinical Insights
03/02/2026
Hermon Feron, BA; Victoria Garfinkel, BSA
Dr Wells delivered a forward-thinking discussion on psoriatic arthritis, emphasizing that up to 30% of patients with psoriasis develop PsA and reinforcing that psoriasis is a systemic inflammatory.
Dr Wells delivered a forward-thinking discussion on psoriatic arthritis, emphasizing that up to 30% of patients with psoriasis develop PsA and reinforcing that psoriasis is a systemic inflammatory.
Dr Wells delivered a...
03/02/2026
The Dermatologist
Blauvelt
Clinical Insights
03/02/2026
Hermon Feron, BA; Victoria Garfinkel, BSA
Dr Blauvelt emphasized that psoriasis should be approached as a whole-person disease, one that affects mental health and is associated with systemic comorbidities.
Dr Blauvelt emphasized that psoriasis should be approached as a whole-person disease, one that affects mental health and is associated with systemic comorbidities.
Dr Blauvelt emphasized that...
03/02/2026
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Werth
Clinical Insights
03/02/2026
Hermon Feron, BA; Victoria Garfinkel, BSA
Dermatomyositis is a systemic autoimmune myopathy with prominent cutaneous features and significant heterogeneity across organ involvement, autoantibody profiles, and disease course.
Dermatomyositis is a systemic autoimmune myopathy with prominent cutaneous features and significant heterogeneity across organ involvement, autoantibody profiles, and disease course.
Dermatomyositis is a systemic...
03/02/2026
The Dermatologist
Gottlieb
Clinical Insights
03/02/2026
Hermon Feron, BA; Victoria Garfinkel, BSA
During an expert discussion, speakers emphasized that improving outcomes in HS requires earlier recognition, reduction of diagnostic delay, coordinated referral systems, and integration of medical and surgical management.
During an expert discussion, speakers emphasized that improving outcomes in HS requires earlier recognition, reduction of diagnostic delay, coordinated referral systems, and integration of medical and surgical management.
During an expert discussion,...
03/02/2026
The Dermatologist
Asempa
Clinical Insights
03/02/2026
Hermon Feron, BA; Victoria Garfinkel, BSA
In a recent panel discussion, Dr Asempa and Dr Alexis emphasized that without inclusive trial design and culturally responsive terminology, we risk biased severity assessments and inequitable treatment decisions.
In a recent panel discussion, Dr Asempa and Dr Alexis emphasized that without inclusive trial design and culturally responsive terminology, we risk biased severity assessments and inequitable treatment decisions.
In a recent panel discussion, Dr...
03/02/2026
The Dermatologist
Krueger
Clinical Insights
03/02/2026
Hermon Feron, BA; Victoria Garfinkel, BSA
At a recent session led by Dr Krueger and Dr Glick, evolving strategies for evaluating and treating moderate-to-severe psoriasis were highlighted, with particular attention to high-impact areas.
At a recent session led by Dr Krueger and Dr Glick, evolving strategies for evaluating and treating moderate-to-severe psoriasis were highlighted, with particular attention to high-impact areas.
At a recent session led by Dr...
03/02/2026
The Dermatologist
Yosipovitch
Clinical Insights
03/02/2026
Hermon Feron, BA; Victoria Garfinkel, BSA
Dr Yosipovitch emphasized that effective itch management requires directly targeting neuronal signaling pathways and mast cell activation, particularly in itch-dominant diseases such as prurigo nodularis.
Dr Yosipovitch emphasized that effective itch management requires directly targeting neuronal signaling pathways and mast cell activation, particularly in itch-dominant diseases such as prurigo nodularis.
Dr Yosipovitch emphasized that...
03/02/2026
The Dermatologist
Yoo
Clinical Insights
03/02/2026
Hermon Feron, BA; Victoria Garfinkel, BSA
Dr Yoo and Dr Gottlieb reviewed the principles and applications of handheld ultrasound devices, sonographic assessment of hidradenitis suppurativa, aesthetic procedure guidance, and the expanding landscape of HS therapeutics.
Dr Yoo and Dr Gottlieb reviewed the principles and applications of handheld ultrasound devices, sonographic assessment of hidradenitis suppurativa, aesthetic procedure guidance, and the expanding landscape of HS therapeutics.
Dr Yoo and Dr Gottlieb reviewed...
03/02/2026
The Dermatologist
Dr Heberton
Conference Coverage
02/22/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
A clinical update on cutaneous immune-related adverse events from PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors, covering lichenoid eruptions, psoriasis, bullous pemphigoid, dupilumab, steroid-sparing strategies, and immune checkpoint inhibitor rechallenge.
A clinical update on cutaneous immune-related adverse events from PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors, covering lichenoid eruptions, psoriasis, bullous pemphigoid, dupilumab, steroid-sparing strategies, and immune checkpoint inhibitor rechallenge.
A clinical update on cutaneous...
02/22/2026
The Dermatologist
Dr Heberton
Conference Coverage
02/22/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
A clinical update on cutaneous toxicities of epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors, covering acneiform eruptions, paronychia, staphylococcal superinfection, xerosis, isotretinoin use, and amivantamab-specific toxicities.
A clinical update on cutaneous toxicities of epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors, covering acneiform eruptions, paronychia, staphylococcal superinfection, xerosis, isotretinoin use, and amivantamab-specific toxicities.
A clinical update on cutaneous...
02/22/2026
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