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Now in its 21st year, the Music City SCALE symposium continues to set the standard for education, collaboration, and advancement in medical and aesthetic dermatology. 
Join us for an unforgettable experience featuring leading experts, transformative sessions, and hands-on learning opportunities that elevate your practice and spark new ideas.

green
Videos
06/04/2026
Lawrence J. Green, MD, FAAD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Lawrence Green discusses how androgens and DHT contribute to acne pathogenesis through sebum production, inflammation, and abnormal keratinization.
Dr Lawrence Green discusses how androgens and DHT contribute to acne pathogenesis through sebum production, inflammation, and abnormal keratinization.
Dr Lawrence Green discusses how...
06/04/2026
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Minokadeh
Videos
06/04/2026
Ardalan Minokadeh, MD, PhD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Ardalan Minokadeh discusses how injectable treatments should be tailored to male facial anatomy, including differences in muscle mass, brow shape, jaw structure, and midface contours.
Dr Ardalan Minokadeh discusses how injectable treatments should be tailored to male facial anatomy, including differences in muscle mass, brow shape, jaw structure, and midface contours.
Dr Ardalan Minokadeh discusses...
06/04/2026
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Ablon
Videos
06/04/2026
Glynis Ablon; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Glynis Ablon discusses how dermatology practices can build a clinically driven skincare retail strategy grounded in evidence-based care rather than marketing trends.
Dr Glynis Ablon discusses how dermatology practices can build a clinically driven skincare retail strategy grounded in evidence-based care rather than marketing trends.
Dr Glynis Ablon discusses how...
06/04/2026
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draelos
Videos
06/04/2026
Zoe Diana Draelos, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Zoe Diana Draelos discusses key sunscreen trends shaping dermatology practice, including SPF selection, water resistance, broad-spectrum protection, and evolving concerns around ingredient safety and AI-driven product rating apps.
Dr Zoe Diana Draelos discusses key sunscreen trends shaping dermatology practice, including SPF selection, water resistance, broad-spectrum protection, and evolving concerns around ingredient safety and AI-driven product rating apps.
Dr Zoe Diana Draelos discusses...
06/04/2026
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kelly
Videos
06/04/2026
Kristen Kelly, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Kristen Kelly discusses how bedside optical imaging technologies are transforming dermatologic diagnosis, treatment planning, and longitudinal monitoring for skin cancers and other conditions.
Dr Kristen Kelly discusses how bedside optical imaging technologies are transforming dermatologic diagnosis, treatment planning, and longitudinal monitoring for skin cancers and other conditions.
Dr Kristen Kelly discusses how...
06/04/2026
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thor
Videos
06/04/2026
Dominik Thor, PhD, MSc; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dominik Thor discusses how obesity, metabolic health, and biological aging intersect to influence skin health and longevity.
Dominik Thor discusses how obesity, metabolic health, and biological aging intersect to influence skin health and longevity.
Dominik Thor discusses how...
06/04/2026
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ablon
Videos
06/04/2026
Glynis Ablon; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Glynis Ablon discusses the most common dermatologic effects associated with GLP-1 receptor agonists, including facial volume loss, skin laxity, telogen effluvium, hypersensitivity reactions, and delayed wound healing.
Dr Glynis Ablon discusses the most common dermatologic effects associated with GLP-1 receptor agonists, including facial volume loss, skin laxity, telogen effluvium, hypersensitivity reactions, and delayed wound healing.
Dr Glynis Ablon discusses the...
06/04/2026
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green
Videos
06/04/2026
Lawrence J. Green, MD, FAAD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Lawrence Green discusses how nutrition influences skin aging through oxidative stress, inflammation, and advanced glycation end products.
Dr Lawrence Green discusses how nutrition influences skin aging through oxidative stress, inflammation, and advanced glycation end products.
Dr Lawrence Green discusses how...
06/04/2026
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draelos
Videos
06/04/2026
Zoe Diana Draelos, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr. Zoe Diana Draelos discusses how dermatologists can evaluate hair growth supplements based on clinical evidence rather than marketing claims.
Dr. Zoe Diana Draelos discusses how dermatologists can evaluate hair growth supplements based on clinical evidence rather than marketing claims.
Dr. Zoe Diana Draelos discusses...
06/04/2026
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kelly
Videos
06/04/2026
Kristen Kelly, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Kristen Kelly discusses current and emerging treatment strategies for port wine capillary malformations, including pulsed dye laser, long-pulsed 532 nm lasers, IPL, Alexandrite, and 1064 nm approaches.
Dr Kristen Kelly discusses current and emerging treatment strategies for port wine capillary malformations, including pulsed dye laser, long-pulsed 532 nm lasers, IPL, Alexandrite, and 1064 nm approaches.
Dr Kristen Kelly discusses...
06/04/2026
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thor
Videos
06/04/2026
Dominik Thor, PhD, MSc; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dominik Thor discusses how longevity medicine may shape the future of dermatology by shifting care from reactive treatment to preventive, healthspan-focused strategies.
Dominik Thor discusses how longevity medicine may shape the future of dermatology by shifting care from reactive treatment to preventive, healthspan-focused strategies.
Dominik Thor discusses how...
06/04/2026
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ablon
Videos
06/04/2026
Glynis Ablon; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Glynis Ablon discusses how dermatologists can evaluate hair loss supplements using clinical evidence, safety standards, and manufacturing quality rather than marketing claims alone.
Dr Glynis Ablon discusses how dermatologists can evaluate hair loss supplements using clinical evidence, safety standards, and manufacturing quality rather than marketing claims alone.
Dr Glynis Ablon discusses how...
06/04/2026
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Lain
Videos
05/27/2026
Ted Lain, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Ted Lain discusses the emerging role of gut health in rosacea, including the link between small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and treatment-resistant disease.
Dr Ted Lain discusses the emerging role of gut health in rosacea, including the link between small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and treatment-resistant disease.
Dr Ted Lain discusses the...
05/27/2026
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Cox
Videos
05/22/2026
Sue Ellen Cox, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Sue Ellen Cox discusses how clinicians can navigate the rapidly expanding neuromodulator market by balancing scientific differentiation, duration of effect, pricing, loyalty programs, and patient preference.
Dr Sue Ellen Cox discusses how clinicians can navigate the rapidly expanding neuromodulator market by balancing scientific differentiation, duration of effect, pricing, loyalty programs, and patient preference.
Dr Sue Ellen Cox discusses how...
05/22/2026
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Baldwin
Videos
05/22/2026
Hilary E. Baldwin, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Hilary Baldwin discusses how evolving insights into the skin microbiome are reshaping the understanding of acne, eczema, rosacea, and other inflammatory skin diseases.
Dr Hilary Baldwin discusses how evolving insights into the skin microbiome are reshaping the understanding of acne, eczema, rosacea, and other inflammatory skin diseases.
Dr Hilary Baldwin discusses how...
05/22/2026
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clark
Videos
05/22/2026
Patrick J. Clark, PhD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Patrick Clark, PhD, CMLSO, reviews the foundational principles behind safe and effective use of energy-based devices in dermatology, including wavelength, pulse duration, power, spot size, and target chromophore selection.
Patrick Clark, PhD, CMLSO, reviews the foundational principles behind safe and effective use of energy-based devices in dermatology, including wavelength, pulse duration, power, spot size, and target chromophore selection.
Patrick Clark, PhD, CMLSO,...
05/22/2026
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Lain
Videos
05/22/2026
Ted Lain, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Ted Lain discusses emerging skincare innovations, including polynucleotides, exosomes, and epigenetic-targeting ingredients, and how they may shape the future of skin longevity.
Dr Ted Lain discusses emerging skincare innovations, including polynucleotides, exosomes, and epigenetic-targeting ingredients, and how they may shape the future of skin longevity.
Dr Ted Lain discusses emerging...
05/22/2026
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Mesinkovska
Videos
05/20/2026
Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska, MD, PhD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska explores how metformin and GLP-1 receptor agonists may influence skin aging, pigmentation, wound healing, and longevity pathways.
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska explores how metformin and GLP-1 receptor agonists may influence skin aging, pigmentation, wound healing, and longevity pathways.
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska explores...
05/20/2026
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Kaufmann
Conference Coverage
05/20/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The buy-and-bill reimbursement model may provide dermatology practices with greater control over treatment delivery, faster patient access to therapy, and potential operational advantages.
The buy-and-bill reimbursement model may provide dermatology practices with greater control over treatment delivery, faster patient access to therapy, and potential operational advantages.
The buy-and-bill reimbursement...
05/20/2026
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Elizabeth Smoth
Conference Coverage
05/20/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Launching an aesthetic practice requires a significant shift from procedural expertise to operational leadership.
Launching an aesthetic practice requires a significant shift from procedural expertise to operational leadership.
Launching an aesthetic practice...
05/20/2026
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Haley Wood
Conference Coverage
05/20/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Regulatory oversight of nurse practitioner (NP)-owned aesthetic practices remains highly variable across states, creating legal and operational risks related to supervision, delegation, and malpractice.
Regulatory oversight of nurse practitioner (NP)-owned aesthetic practices remains highly variable across states, creating legal and operational risks related to supervision, delegation, and malpractice.
Regulatory oversight of nurse...
05/20/2026
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Shamban
Conference Coverage
05/20/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Scalable systems, proactive patient engagement, and integrated treatment strategies may strengthen both clinical outcomes and operational resilience in dermatology practices.
Scalable systems, proactive patient engagement, and integrated treatment strategies may strengthen both clinical outcomes and operational resilience in dermatology practices.
Scalable systems, proactive...
05/20/2026
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Marmur
Conference Coverage
05/20/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Selling a dermatology practice requires long-term planning, financial analysis, and careful alignment between physicians, staff, and investors.
Selling a dermatology practice requires long-term planning, financial analysis, and careful alignment between physicians, staff, and investors.
Selling a dermatology practice...
05/20/2026
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Allen
Videos
05/20/2026
Sarah L. Allen, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Sarah Allen discusses the science behind combining PDGF-BB, hyperdilute calcium hydroxylapatite, and microneedling to improve cellulite, striae, and skin laxity through regenerative biostimulation.
Dr Sarah Allen discusses the science behind combining PDGF-BB, hyperdilute calcium hydroxylapatite, and microneedling to improve cellulite, striae, and skin laxity through regenerative biostimulation.
Dr Sarah Allen discusses the...
05/20/2026
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Mesinkovska
Videos
05/20/2026
Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska, MD, PhD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska discusses how rapid weight loss associated with GLP-1 receptor agonists is reshaping body contouring in aesthetic dermatology.
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska discusses how rapid weight loss associated with GLP-1 receptor agonists is reshaping body contouring in aesthetic dermatology.
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska discusses...
05/20/2026
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Farris
Conference Coverage
05/16/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Interest in nutraceuticals targeting healthspan and longevity continues to expand, but clinical evidence supporting many commonly promoted compounds remains inconsistent.
Interest in nutraceuticals targeting healthspan and longevity continues to expand, but clinical evidence supporting many commonly promoted compounds remains inconsistent.
Interest in nutraceuticals...
05/16/2026
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Doris Day
Conference Coverage
05/16/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Concerns about “filler fatigue” are reshaping aesthetic dermatology, but demand for fillers remains strong when treatments prioritize natural movement, structural balance, and long-term facial preservation.
Concerns about “filler fatigue” are reshaping aesthetic dermatology, but demand for fillers remains strong when treatments prioritize natural movement, structural balance, and long-term facial preservation.
Concerns about “filler fatigue”...
05/16/2026
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Rieder
Conference Coverage
05/16/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Psychiatric comorbidities and challenging patient dynamics are increasingly relevant in cosmetic dermatology, requiring clinicians to develop practical communication strategies, clear boundaries, and awareness of mental health concerns.
Psychiatric comorbidities and challenging patient dynamics are increasingly relevant in cosmetic dermatology, requiring clinicians to develop practical communication strategies, clear boundaries, and awareness of mental health concerns.
Psychiatric comorbidities and...
05/16/2026
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Tanzi
Conference Coverage
05/16/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Emerging evidence suggests that certain laser and resurfacing procedures may reduce the future risk of nonmelanoma skin cancerwhile simultaneously improving photodamaged skin.
Emerging evidence suggests that certain laser and resurfacing procedures may reduce the future risk of nonmelanoma skin cancerwhile simultaneously improving photodamaged skin.
Emerging evidence suggests that...
05/16/2026
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Bertucci
Conference Coverage
05/16/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Understanding nasal muscle interactions may improve aesthetic outcomes with neuromodulator treatments targeting the lower face and nose.
Understanding nasal muscle interactions may improve aesthetic outcomes with neuromodulator treatments targeting the lower face and nose.
Understanding nasal muscle...
05/16/2026
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Thor
Conference Coverage
05/16/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Obesity and aging may be biologically interconnected processes that contribute to accelerated functional decline and increased mortality risk.
Obesity and aging may be biologically interconnected processes that contribute to accelerated functional decline and increased mortality risk.
Obesity and aging may be...
05/16/2026
The Dermatologist
Conference Coverage
05/16/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Microneedling with radiofrequency continues to expand within procedural dermatology, offering a non-chromophore-dependent approach to skin remodeling and scar treatment.
Microneedling with radiofrequency continues to expand within procedural dermatology, offering a non-chromophore-dependent approach to skin remodeling and scar treatment.
Microneedling with...
05/16/2026
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E. Victor Ross, MD
Conference Coverage
05/15/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Objective assessment of skin pigmentation may improve parameter selection and reduce complications in visible light–based dermatologic procedures.
Objective assessment of skin pigmentation may improve parameter selection and reduce complications in visible light–based dermatologic procedures.
Objective assessment of skin...
05/15/2026
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solish
Conference Coverage
05/15/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Secretome-based therapies may represent an emerging direction in regenerative dermatology, offering a broad range of bioactive molecules that support tissue repair, skin rejuvenation, and hair growth.
Secretome-based therapies may represent an emerging direction in regenerative dermatology, offering a broad range of bioactive molecules that support tissue repair, skin rejuvenation, and hair growth.
Secretome-based therapies may...
05/15/2026
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Sarah Allen
Conference Coverage
05/15/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
This session addressed persistent limitations in nonsurgical body contouring, particularly the large volume of injectable product often required to achieve visible results.
This session addressed persistent limitations in nonsurgical body contouring, particularly the large volume of injectable product often required to achieve visible results.
This session addressed...
05/15/2026
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shamban
Conference Coverage
05/15/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
This session outlined a stepwise framework centered on 3 phases: controlled dermal injury, optimization of wound healing, and long-term support of tissue remodeling.
This session outlined a stepwise framework centered on 3 phases: controlled dermal injury, optimization of wound healing, and long-term support of tissue remodeling.
This session outlined a stepwise...
05/15/2026
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James Krueger, MD, PhD
Conference Coverage
05/15/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Hidradenitis suppurativa represents one of the most immunologically complex inflammatory skin diseases, with emerging insights into its pathogenesis reshaping the therapeutic landscape.
Hidradenitis suppurativa represents one of the most immunologically complex inflammatory skin diseases, with emerging insights into its pathogenesis reshaping the therapeutic landscape.
Hidradenitis suppurativa...
05/15/2026
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Jeremy Green
Conference Coverage
05/15/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Advances in dermal filler technology are shifting the field from simple volume replacement to regenerative and multimodal approaches.
Advances in dermal filler technology are shifting the field from simple volume replacement to regenerative and multimodal approaches.
Advances in dermal filler...
05/15/2026
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Feser
Conference Coverage
05/15/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Chronic spontaneous urticaria remains a persistent and often refractory condition, with more than half of patients continuing to experience symptoms despite standard antihistamine therapy.
Chronic spontaneous urticaria remains a persistent and often refractory condition, with more than half of patients continuing to experience symptoms despite standard antihistamine therapy.
Chronic spontaneous urticaria...
05/15/2026
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Gold
Conference Coverage
05/15/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Advances in hyaluronic acid filler technology are refining lower face rejuvenation by improving injection characteristics, predictability, and patient satisfaction.
Advances in hyaluronic acid filler technology are refining lower face rejuvenation by improving injection characteristics, predictability, and patient satisfaction.
Advances in hyaluronic acid...
05/15/2026
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Omar Ibrahimi, MD, PhD
Q&A
05/15/2026
Omar A. Ibrahimi, MD, PhD; Riya Gandhi, MA
In this Expert Q&A, Dr Ibrahimi highlights the technologic advancements that are reshaping clinical practice.
In this Expert Q&A, Dr Ibrahimi highlights the technologic advancements that are reshaping clinical practice.
In this Expert Q&A, Dr Ibrahimi...
05/15/2026
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Nestor
Conference Coverage
05/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The emerging category of “medical foods” may offer dermatologists new tools to address inflammatory skin disease, aging, and overall skin health through targeted nutritional interventions.
The emerging category of “medical foods” may offer dermatologists new tools to address inflammatory skin disease, aging, and overall skin health through targeted nutritional interventions.
The emerging category of...
05/14/2026
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Fezza
Conference Coverage
05/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Aesthetic facial rejuvenation requires a tailored approach that balances surgical and nonsurgical techniques, with deep plane facelift emerging as a preferred method for durable, natural results.
Aesthetic facial rejuvenation requires a tailored approach that balances surgical and nonsurgical techniques, with deep plane facelift emerging as a preferred method for durable, natural results.
Aesthetic facial rejuvenation...
05/14/2026
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Ablon
Conference Coverage
05/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Hair loss remains highly prevalent, affecting up to 50% of women and a significant proportion of men by midlife. Dr Glynis Ablon underscored the importance of addressing nutritional status as a foundational step.
Hair loss remains highly prevalent, affecting up to 50% of women and a significant proportion of men by midlife. Dr Glynis Ablon underscored the importance of addressing nutritional status as a foundational step.
Hair loss remains highly...
05/14/2026
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Hibler
Conference Coverage
05/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Skin quality remains a central focus in aesthetic dermatology, encompassing texture, tone, and mechanical properties such as firmness and elasticity.
Skin quality remains a central focus in aesthetic dermatology, encompassing texture, tone, and mechanical properties such as firmness and elasticity.
Skin quality remains a central...
05/14/2026
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Rossi
Conference Coverage
05/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
This session explored how perceptions of beauty are shaped by cultural, social, and historical factors.
This session explored how perceptions of beauty are shaped by cultural, social, and historical factors.
This session explored how...
05/14/2026
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George Martin, MD
Conference Coverage
05/14/2026
Photodynamic therapy remains a cornerstone of field treatment, but efforts are increasingly focused on tolerability.
Photodynamic therapy remains a cornerstone of field treatment, but efforts are increasingly focused on tolerability.
Photodynamic therapy remains a...
05/14/2026
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Carolyn I. Jacob, MD
Conference Coverage
05/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
This session highlighted the complex relationship between systemic health and hair growth, including the impact of insulin signaling.
This session highlighted the complex relationship between systemic health and hair growth, including the impact of insulin signaling.
This session highlighted the...
05/14/2026
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lain
Conference Coverage
05/14/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Emerging evidence suggests rosacea pathogenesis may involve a gut–skin connection driven by small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, microbiome disruption, and immune dysregulation.
Emerging evidence suggests rosacea pathogenesis may involve a gut–skin connection driven by small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, microbiome disruption, and immune dysregulation.
Emerging evidence suggests...
05/14/2026
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Omar Ibrahimi, MD, PhD
Q&A
05/14/2026
Omar A. Ibrahimi, MD, PhD; Riya Gandhi, MA
In this expert Q&A, Dr Ibrahimi offers insight into energy-based technologies from trusted lasers for resurfacing and vascular conditions to emerging advancements like focal point technology.
In this expert Q&A, Dr Ibrahimi offers insight into energy-based technologies from trusted lasers for resurfacing and vascular conditions to emerging advancements like focal point technology.
In this expert Q&A, Dr Ibrahimi...
05/14/2026
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