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FDA Alerts
08/10/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug...
08/10/2023
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News
01/31/2023
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a...
01/31/2023
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Videos
01/17/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, FAAP, FAAD
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses...
01/17/2022
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Videos
01/09/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, FAAP, FAAD
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath,...
01/09/2022
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News
12/23/2021
Lauren Mateja
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology...
12/23/2021
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News
12/18/2021
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in...
12/18/2021
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News
12/13/2021
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is...
12/13/2021
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News
04/13/2021
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid...
04/13/2021
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News
01/29/2021
A high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and insulin resistance exists in pre-pubertal children with psoriasis, according to a recent publication in the European Journal of Pediatrics.
A high prevalence of metabolic syndrome (MetS) and insulin resistance exists in pre-pubertal children with psoriasis, according to a recent publication in the European Journal of Pediatrics.
A high prevalence of metabolic...
01/29/2021
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News
01/04/2021
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in adults with psoriasis is common, but standard use in a similar pediatric population has not been established. A qualitative study supports the content validity of the Itch NRS for pediatric...
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) in adults with psoriasis is common, but standard use in a similar pediatric population has not been established. A qualitative study supports the content validity of the Itch NRS for pediatric...
Use of the Itch Numeric Rating...
01/04/2021
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Q&As
12/14/2020
Lauren Mateja
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
...
12/14/2020
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Expert Insights

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Videos
01/17/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, FAAP, FAAD
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses...
01/17/2022
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CH
Videos
01/09/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, FAAP, FAAD
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath,...
01/09/2022
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Q&As
12/14/2020
Lauren Mateja
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
Women have found an increasing presence throughout dermatology both at a general and subspecialty level, but gaps in representation remain.  Over the past decade, women have found a growing role in the...
...
12/14/2020
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Podcasts
10/02/2020
Candrice Heath, MD, shared her insights on treating pediatric patients, and why it is important for all dermatologists, including those who only see adults, to learn about treating younger patients.
Candrice Heath, MD, shared her insights on treating pediatric patients, and why it is important for all dermatologists, including those who only see adults, to learn about treating younger patients.
Candrice Heath, MD, shared her...
10/02/2020
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More to Skin Than Meets the Eye: Bullying and Childhood Skin Conditions
Cover Story
09/11/2020
Sasha D. Jaquez, PhD; Maria A. Leszczynska, MD
Bullying is common in childhood, and children with visible skin conditions can be highly vulnerable. Dermatologists can play a critical role into helping their pediatric patients through early screening and management.
Bullying is common in childhood, and children with visible skin conditions can be highly vulnerable. Dermatologists can play a critical role into helping their pediatric patients through early screening and management.
Bullying is common in childhood,...
09/11/2020
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Feature Story
02/13/2020
Without approved treatment options for molluscum contagiosum, doctors have differing opinions on how and even whether to treat. Recent interviews with dermatologists and pediatricians offer insight into the treatments that these two...
Without approved treatment options for molluscum contagiosum, doctors have differing opinions on how and even whether to treat. Recent interviews with dermatologists and pediatricians offer insight into the treatments that these two...
Without approved treatment...
02/13/2020
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Katrina Abuabara
Videos
09/10/2025
Katrina Abuabara, MD, MA, MSCE
Dr Katrina Abuabara shares strategies for safely prescribing systemic therapies in special populations with atopic dermatitis—covering pregnancy, older adults, comorbidities, drug interactions, and real-world data limitations.
Dr Katrina Abuabara shares strategies for safely prescribing systemic therapies in special populations with atopic dermatitis—covering pregnancy, older adults, comorbidities, drug interactions, and real-world data limitations.
Dr Katrina Abuabara shares...
09/10/2025
The Dermatologist
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
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Feature Story
09/08/2025
Ross Lane Pearlman, MD
Without a doubt, the rise of large language model applications will affect the dialogue between patients and physicians.
Without a doubt, the rise of large language model applications will affect the dialogue between patients and physicians.
Without a doubt, the rise of...
09/08/2025
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HSF-Reviewed Features
09/08/2025
Gretchen M. Roth, MD, FAAD; Precious A. Anyanwu
Together, we can improve hidradenitis suppurativa care and help improve the lives of our patients.
Together, we can improve hidradenitis suppurativa care and help improve the lives of our patients.
Together, we can improve...
09/08/2025
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part 2
Videos
09/08/2025
Brittany Craiglow, MD; Brett A. King, MD, PhD; Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD
Explore how the treatment of severe alopecia areata has evolved—from topicals to cutting-edge FDA-approved JAK inhibitors—in this expert-led discussion featuring Drs. Craiglow, King, and Senna. Learn practical clinical strategies, safety...
Explore how the treatment of severe alopecia areata has evolved—from topicals to cutting-edge FDA-approved JAK inhibitors—in this expert-led discussion featuring Drs. Craiglow, King, and Senna. Learn practical clinical strategies, safety...
Explore how the treatment of...
09/08/2025
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Glynis Ablon, MD, and Neil Sadick, MD presenters
Videos
08/08/2025
Neil S. Sadick, MD, FAAD; Glynis Ablon
This presentation explores the rising prevalence of hair loss and the expanding range of treatment options available to dermatologists. It outlines the most common hair loss conditions and highlights the emotional and psychological impact on...
This presentation explores the rising prevalence of hair loss and the expanding range of treatment options available to dermatologists. It outlines the most common hair loss conditions and highlights the emotional and psychological impact on...
This presentation explores the...
08/08/2025
The Dermatologist
Part 1 roundtable
Q&As
08/04/2025
Brittany Craiglow, MD; Brett A. King, MD, PhD; Maryanne Makredes Senna, MD
In this candid and powerful conversation, Dr Brittany Craiglow, Dr Brett King, and Dr Maryanne Senna share their clinical experiences treating patients with severe alopecia areata.
In this candid and powerful conversation, Dr Brittany Craiglow, Dr Brett King, and Dr Maryanne Senna share their clinical experiences treating patients with severe alopecia areata.
In this candid and powerful...
08/04/2025
The Dermatologist
Cover Story
08/02/2025
Mona Shahriari, MD, FAAD
Join Dr Mona Shahriari for a high-level primer on how type 2 immune dysregulation drives this disease.
Join Dr Mona Shahriari for a high-level primer on how type 2 immune dysregulation drives this disease.
Join Dr Mona Shahriari for a...
08/02/2025
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Feature Story
08/02/2025
Serene Majid, BA; Steven R. Feldman, MD, PhD
This article provides an accessible overview of the pharmacologic mechanisms of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, the utility of these drugs in obesity, and their potential applications in managing inflammatory skin disease.
This article provides an accessible overview of the pharmacologic mechanisms of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, the utility of these drugs in obesity, and their potential applications in managing inflammatory skin disease.
This article provides an...
08/02/2025
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News and Quizzes

FDA Alerts
08/10/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug Administration recently announced approval of VYJUVEK (beremagene geperpavec [B-VEC]) for the treatment of wounds in patients ages 6 months and older with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
The US Food and Drug...
08/10/2023
The Dermatologist
News
01/31/2023
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a clinical and histopathologic evaluation of 41 pediatric GA cases in a retrospective study.
Researchers aimed to perform a...
01/31/2023
The Dermatologist
News
12/23/2021
Lauren Mateja
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology found that environmental tobacco smoke exposure at home was associated with childhood psoriasis in a Turkish population study.
A study in Pediatric Dermatology...
12/23/2021
The Dermatologist
News
12/18/2021
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in children aged 0 to 3 years increased the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to a recent study from Japan.
High exposure to parabens in...
12/18/2021
The Dermatologist
News
12/13/2021
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is associated with shorter stature, higher BMI, and lower weight in early childhood, but these associations resolve with age.
Atopic dermatitis in children is...
12/13/2021
The Dermatologist
News
04/13/2021
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid disease are associated with chronic inducible urticaria (CIndU) resolution in pediatric patients.
Elevated CD63 levels and thyroid...
04/13/2021
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acne
Quiz
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
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
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Quiz
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
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AD
FDA Alerts
09/18/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
US FDA approved Opzelura (ruxolitinib) cream 1.5% for the short-term and noncontinuous chronic treatment of mild-to-moderate AD in nonimmunocompromised children aged 2 years and older.
US FDA approved Opzelura (ruxolitinib) cream 1.5% for the short-term and noncontinuous chronic treatment of mild-to-moderate AD in nonimmunocompromised children aged 2 years and older.
US FDA approved Opzelura...
09/18/2025
The Dermatologist
Quiz
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
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
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FDA Alerts
09/08/2025
Coleen Stern, MA
FDA recently approved delgocitinib cream as the first and only treatment indicated for moderate-to-severe chronic hand eczema in adults.
FDA recently approved delgocitinib cream as the first and only treatment indicated for moderate-to-severe chronic hand eczema in adults.
FDA recently approved...
09/08/2025
The Dermatologist
Quiz
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
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psoriasis
Quiz
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
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psoriatic arthritis
News
09/02/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The case study, accompanied by a review of 17 similar reports, details shared immunopathogenesis and conflicting treatment responses in this rare overlap syndrome.
The case study, accompanied by a review of 17 similar reports, details shared immunopathogenesis and conflicting treatment responses in this rare overlap syndrome.
The case study, accompanied by a...
09/02/2025
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