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Janus Kinase Inhibitors and Alopecia Areata: From Data to Dialogue
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
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Dr Maryanne Senna
Podcasts
The Reality of Alopecia Areata: Dispelling Myths and Raising Awareness, Part 2
06/20/2025
Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD
In this follow-up episode, Dr Senna tackles seven of the most common myths surrounding alopecia areata (AA)—from the belief that stress is the sole cause to misconceptions about hygiene, diet, and permanence. She also clarifies treatment...
In this follow-up episode, Dr Senna tackles seven of the most common myths surrounding alopecia areata (AA)—from the belief that stress is the sole cause to misconceptions about hygiene, diet, and permanence. She also clarifies treatment...
In this follow-up episode, Dr...
06/20/2025
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NAAF-Reviewed Content
The Impact of Eyebrow and Eyelash Loss
05/01/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Discover why addressing eyebrow and eyelash regrowth is becoming an essential part of alopecia areata care.
Discover why addressing eyebrow and eyelash regrowth is becoming an essential part of alopecia areata care.
Discover why addressing eyebrow...
05/01/2025
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Dr Maryanne Senna
Podcasts
The Reality of Alopecia Areata: Dispelling Myths and Raising Awareness, Part 1
04/21/2025
Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD
Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD, introduces the clinical fundamentals of alopecia areata, including its immunologic underpinnings, diagnostic challenges, and association with other medical conditions. Dr Senna demystifies the disease’s...
Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD, introduces the clinical fundamentals of alopecia areata, including its immunologic underpinnings, diagnostic challenges, and association with other medical conditions. Dr Senna demystifies the disease’s...
Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD,...
04/21/2025
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Dr Victoria Barbosa
Podcasts
The Role of Patient-Centered Communication in Alopecia Areata Treatment, Part 1
04/17/2025
Victoria Barbosa, MD
In this first episode of a two-part podcast, Victoria Barbosa, MD, introduces the foundational principles of patient-centered communication in the context of alopecia areata. She reflects on why many patients seek second or third opinions and...
In this first episode of a two-part podcast, Victoria Barbosa, MD, introduces the foundational principles of patient-centered communication in the context of alopecia areata. She reflects on why many patients seek second or third opinions and...
In this first episode of a...
04/17/2025
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Dr Brett King
Podcasts
Managing the Side Effects and Adherence of JAK Inhibitors for Patients With Severe Alopecia Areata
12/13/2024
Brett A. King, MD, PhD
In this podcast, Brett King, MD, PhD, discusses the use of JAK inhibitors for patients with severe alopecia areata and dives into how JAK inhibitors were discovered for the treatment of severe alopecia areata.
In this podcast, Brett King, MD, PhD, discusses the use of JAK inhibitors for patients with severe alopecia areata and dives into how JAK inhibitors were discovered for the treatment of severe alopecia areata.
In this podcast, Brett King, MD,...
12/13/2024
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NAAF-Reviewed Content
Prevalence and Management of Alopecia Areata in Black and Asian Patients
09/06/2024
Riya Gandhi, MA
This interview highlights the importance of culturally sensitive care and the need for equitable access to treatment options for all patients, regardless of race or ethnicity.
This interview highlights the importance of culturally sensitive care and the need for equitable access to treatment options for all patients, regardless of race or ethnicity.
This interview highlights the...
09/06/2024
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NAAF-Reviewed Content
Improving Lives With Alopecia Areata Treatment
06/06/2024
Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Arash Mostaghimi discusses innovative approaches for meaningful hair regrowth and the role of patient advocacy in supporting those affected by this autoimmune disease.
Dr Arash Mostaghimi discusses innovative approaches for meaningful hair regrowth and the role of patient advocacy in supporting those affected by this autoimmune disease.
Dr Arash Mostaghimi discusses...
06/06/2024
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Dr Peter Lio
Videos
Insights From Mount Sinai Winter Symposium: Holistic Approaches Treating Alopecia Areata
12/07/2023
Peter Lio, MD, FAAD
In this feature video, Dr Peter Lio discussed holistic treatments for conditions like atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata.
In this feature video, Dr Peter Lio discussed holistic treatments for conditions like atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata.
In this feature video, Dr Peter...
12/07/2023
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NAAF-Reviewed Content
Resources for Patients With Alopecia Areata
12/05/2023
Coleen Stern, MA
Connecting patients with trusted information and support can increase their quality of life.
Connecting patients with trusted information and support can increase their quality of life.
Connecting patients with trusted...
12/05/2023
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Popular Articles

Amy McMichael, MD
Videos
Insights From Fall Clinical: Alopecia Areata in Skin of Color and JAK Inhibitors
10/19/2023
Amy J. McMichael, MD
In this feature video, Dr Amy McMichael shares what will be presented during her session, “What You Need To Know NOW About Hair Loss in Skin of Color.”
In this feature video, Dr Amy McMichael shares what will be presented during her session, “What You Need To Know NOW About Hair Loss in Skin of Color.”
In this feature video, Dr Amy...
10/19/2023
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alopecia areata
News
Screening For Latent Infectious Disease in Patients With Alopecia Areata Before Using JAK Inhibitors
11/20/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the growing evidence supporting the efficacy of JAK inhibitors in treating alopecia areata.
Researchers aimed to address the...
11/20/2023
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Neal Bhatia, MD
Videos
Insights From 2024 Winter Clinical Hawaii: What's New and Hot in AK Management
01/12/2024
Neal K. Bhatia, MD
In this feature video, Dr Neal Bhatia shares insights into his session, “What's New and Hot in AK Management."
In this feature video, Dr Neal Bhatia shares insights into his session, “What's New and Hot in AK Management."
In this feature video, Dr Neal...
01/12/2024
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
Psoriasis and Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor Pathway Regulation
02/23/2024
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers established a psoriasis-like keratinocytes model by stimulating HaCaT cells with a cytokine cocktail.
Researchers established a psoriasis-like keratinocytes model by stimulating HaCaT cells with a cytokine cocktail.
Researchers established a...
02/23/2024
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
News
Molecular Commonalities Between Psoriasis and Obesity
04/11/2024
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to explore the common inflammatory mechanisms underlying the high comorbidity between psoriasis and obesity.
Researchers aimed to explore the common inflammatory mechanisms underlying the high comorbidity between psoriasis and obesity.
Researchers aimed to explore the...
04/11/2024
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acne
Quiz
Quiz: Pathophysiologic Pillars of Acne
09/25/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Which of the following is not 1 of the 4 core pathophysiologic pillars of acne?
Which of the following is not 1 of the 4 core pathophysiologic pillars of acne?
Which of the following is not 1...
09/25/2025
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psoriasis
Quiz
Quiz: Risk of Developing Psoriatic Arthritis in Patients with Psoriasis
09/25/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Which of the following clinical features is most strongly associated with an increased risk of developing psoriatic arthritis in patients with psoriasis?
Which of the following clinical features is most strongly associated with an increased risk of developing psoriatic arthritis in patients with psoriasis?
Which of the following clinical...
09/25/2025
The Dermatologist
Quiz
When Should You Start a JAK Inhibitor for AA?
09/22/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Clinicians vary in when they escalate to JAK inhibitor therapy for alopecia areata. Take the quiz to see if your threshold aligns with current expert consensus.
Clinicians vary in when they escalate to JAK inhibitor therapy for alopecia areata. Take the quiz to see if your threshold aligns with current expert consensus.
Clinicians vary in when they...
09/22/2025
The Dermatologist
Quiz
Which Systemic Therapy Raises Red Flags in Older Adults?
09/18/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Older patients need special consideration. Take the quiz to identify which systemic drug class carries higher risks—like thrombosis and malignancy—and requires extra caution in aging populations.
Older patients need special consideration. Take the quiz to identify which systemic drug class carries higher risks—like thrombosis and malignancy—and requires extra caution in aging populations.
Older patients need special...
09/18/2025
The Dermatologist
Quiz
How Long Before You Call a JAK Inhibitor Non-Responsive?
09/15/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
What’s the minimum trial duration before judging JAK efficacy in AA? Test your clinical timing.
What’s the minimum trial duration before judging JAK efficacy in AA? Test your clinical timing.
What’s the minimum trial...
09/15/2025
The Dermatologist
Quiz
What’s the Go-To Adjunct With JAKs in AA Regrowth?
09/08/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
JAK inhibitors are central, but what’s commonly used alongside them in practice to boost hair regrowth? Take the quiz to find out.
JAK inhibitors are central, but what’s commonly used alongside them in practice to boost hair regrowth? Take the quiz to find out.
JAK inhibitors are central, but...
09/08/2025
The Dermatologist
psoriasis
Quiz
NPF Quiz: The Primary Goal of the S.T.R.A.N.D. Network
09/04/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
What is one of the primary goals of the S.T.R.A.N.D. Network as described by Dr Chesahna Kindred?
What is one of the primary goals of the S.T.R.A.N.D. Network as described by Dr Chesahna Kindred?
What is one of the primary goals...
09/04/2025
The Dermatologist
Quiz
Ethical Arguments in AA: Cosmetic vs. Medical
08/21/2025
Explore the ethical flaws in labeling alopecia areata as a cosmetic concern. Take the quiz to uncover the strongest rationale for reclassifying AA as a medical condition.
Explore the ethical flaws in labeling alopecia areata as a cosmetic concern. Take the quiz to uncover the strongest rationale for reclassifying AA as a medical condition.
Explore the ethical flaws in...
08/21/2025
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psoriasis
Quiz
True or False: TYK2 Inhibition
08/14/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
True or False: TYK2 inhibition blocks IL-12 and IL-23 signaling, both of which contribute to the activation of Th17 cells in psoriasis.
True or False: TYK2 inhibition blocks IL-12 and IL-23 signaling, both of which contribute to the activation of Th17 cells in psoriasis.
True or False: TYK2 inhibition...
08/14/2025
The Dermatologist
alopecia areata
Quiz
Alopecia Areata—JAK Inhibitor Indications
08/14/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
What is the main reason patients on JAK inhibitors for alopecia areata require regular monitoring?
What is the main reason patients on JAK inhibitors for alopecia areata require regular monitoring?
What is the main reason patients...
08/14/2025
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