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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, 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
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, 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
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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Dr Maryanne Senna
NAAF-Reviewed Content
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
NAAF-Reviewed Content
04/17/2025
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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Videos
04/11/2025
In this final roundtable discussion, speakers discuss the operational and logistical aspects of delivering immuno-oncology (IO) therapy for patients with advanced basal cell carcinoma and advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
In this final roundtable discussion, speakers discuss the operational and logistical aspects of delivering immuno-oncology (IO) therapy for patients with advanced basal cell carcinoma and advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
In this final roundtable...
04/11/2025
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Videos
04/11/2025
This video presents real-world patient cases from each of the three expert speakers, illustrating the practical use of immuno-oncology (IO) therapy in treating advanced basal cell carcinoma and advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
This video presents real-world patient cases from each of the three expert speakers, illustrating the practical use of immuno-oncology (IO) therapy in treating advanced basal cell carcinoma and advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
This video presents real-world...
04/11/2025
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Brittany Gareth Craiglow, MD, FAAD
Videos
04/11/2025
Brittany Craiglow, MD
Explore expert insights on pediatric alopecia areata, including differences in presentation and treatment vs. adults, diagnostic strategies, quality of life considerations, and tailored management approaches to support young patients and...
Explore expert insights on pediatric alopecia areata, including differences in presentation and treatment vs. adults, diagnostic strategies, quality of life considerations, and tailored management approaches to support young patients and...
Explore expert insights on...
04/11/2025
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Videos
04/11/2025
In this segment, expert faculty explore the clinical considerations involved in selecting patients with aBCC and aCSCC for immuno-oncology (IO) therapy. Topics include evaluation criteria, comorbidities, patient characteristics, and the...
In this segment, expert faculty explore the clinical considerations involved in selecting patients with aBCC and aCSCC for immuno-oncology (IO) therapy. Topics include evaluation criteria, comorbidities, patient characteristics, and the...
In this segment, expert faculty...
04/11/2025
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Vishal Anil Patel, MD
Videos
04/08/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
In this feature video Dr Patel discusses how immunotherapies and targeted agents are reshaping the treatment landscape for advanced skin cancer.
In this feature video Dr Patel discusses how immunotherapies and targeted agents are reshaping the treatment landscape for advanced skin cancer.
In this feature video Dr Patel...
04/08/2025
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Patrick Burnett
Videos
03/13/2025
Patrick Burnett, MD, PhD, FAAD
Dr Patrick Burnett discusses the significance of roflumilast cream, a non-steroidal treatment, its rapid itch relief within 24 hours, and its role in long-term disease management.
Dr Patrick Burnett discusses the significance of roflumilast cream, a non-steroidal treatment, its rapid itch relief within 24 hours, and its role in long-term disease management.
Dr Patrick Burnett discusses the...
03/13/2025
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Fabrizio Galimberti, MD
Videos
03/13/2025
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...
03/13/2025
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Abigail H. Waldman, MD, FAAD
Videos
03/06/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Learn how dermatologists can optimize patient outcomes while integrating emerging data into daily practice.
Learn how dermatologists can optimize patient outcomes while integrating emerging data into daily practice.
Learn how dermatologists can...
03/06/2025
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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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Atopic dermatitis
FDA Alerts
04/22/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved dupilumab for the treatment of chronic spontaneous urticaria in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and older.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved dupilumab for the treatment of chronic spontaneous urticaria in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and older.
The US Food and Drug...
04/22/2025
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Atopic dermatitis
Quiz
04/22/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your knowledge on managing acute flares in atopic dermatitis. Learn about eczema action plans, proactive care models, and key patient education strategies to improve outcomes.
Test your knowledge on managing acute flares in atopic dermatitis. Learn about eczema action plans, proactive care models, and key patient education strategies to improve outcomes.
Test your knowledge on managing...
04/22/2025
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psoriatic arthritis
News
04/17/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
A new systematic literature review provides an updated overview of the efficacy and safety of pharmacologic treatments for psoriatic arthritis.
A new systematic literature review provides an updated overview of the efficacy and safety of pharmacologic treatments for psoriatic arthritis.
A new systematic literature...
04/17/2025
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psoriasis
News
04/17/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Is there a causal relationship between primary biliary cirrhosis and psoriasis?
Is there a causal relationship between primary biliary cirrhosis and psoriasis?
Is there a causal relationship...
04/17/2025
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psoriatic arthritis
News
04/01/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
A new overview of systematic reviews consolidates existing data on the global prevalence, incidence, and psychological comorbidities associated with psoriatic arthritis.
A new overview of systematic reviews consolidates existing data on the global prevalence, incidence, and psychological comorbidities associated with psoriatic arthritis.
A new overview of systematic...
04/01/2025
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psoriasis
News
04/01/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The dermatology experts effort aims to reduce diagnostic delays and improve comparability in global research on generalized pustular psoriasis, which has previously lacked universally accepted clinical parameters.
The dermatology experts effort aims to reduce diagnostic delays and improve comparability in global research on generalized pustular psoriasis, which has previously lacked universally accepted clinical parameters.
The dermatology experts effort...
04/01/2025
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telemedicine
Quiz
03/25/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
Explore how patients and providers can align on defining atopic dermatitis (AD) flares to improve communication, treatment decisions, and shared decision-making. Take this interactive quiz to test your knowledge and learn how patient-centered...
Explore how patients and providers can align on defining atopic dermatitis (AD) flares to improve communication, treatment decisions, and shared decision-making. Take this interactive quiz to test your knowledge and learn how patient-centered...
Explore how patients and...
03/25/2025
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psoriasis
Quiz
03/20/2025
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...
03/20/2025
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psoriasis
News
03/20/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
Psoriasis has traditionally been viewed as a chronic inflammatory disease confined to the skin. However, growing evidence from dermatologic, rheumatologic, and cardiologic research supports its classification as a systemic disease.
Psoriasis has traditionally been viewed as a chronic inflammatory disease confined to the skin. However, growing evidence from dermatologic, rheumatologic, and cardiologic research supports its classification as a systemic disease.
Psoriasis has traditionally been...
03/20/2025
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psoriasis
News
03/19/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
The study followed 384 patients with psoriasis for an average of 33 months, with 311 (80.9%) classified as having subclinical psoriatic arthritis.
The study followed 384 patients with psoriasis for an average of 33 months, with 311 (80.9%) classified as having subclinical psoriatic arthritis.
The study followed 384 patients...
03/19/2025
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