SCIENCE
Melanonychia and the Study of Nail Diseases
For 35 years, Judith Domínguez-Cherit, MD, has worked as a dermatologist and assistant professor of dermatology at the Dr. Manuel Gea González General Hospital, the same practice her father, the distinguished dermatologist Luciano Domínguez-Soto, started in 1977. “When I was young, my father took me with him to the hospital,” she said. “I became interested in skin diseases and was able to learn a lot of dermatology before medical school. This is why I became a dermatologist.” Domínguez-Cherit is a dermatological surgeon and an expert on the diagnosis and surgical…
EDITORIAL
The Imperatives for Sustaining Academic Dermatology
Academic medicine, and dermatology in particular, is facing a critical inflection point, one that mirrors the broader social and political landscape. As financial pressures intensify, institutions across…
2026 Clinical Symposium
Deepen Your Knowledge
Now in its 23rd year, this DF Clinical Symposium delivers high-impact, cutting-edge education across a wide range of dermatological topics. Thirteen expert speakers will present: Drs. Crystal Aguh, Jean Bolognia, Yvonne E. Chiu, Shawn Gaurav Kwatra, Haley Naik, Kishwer S. Nehal, Adam I….
DF Honorary Awards
A Champion of Patient Safety and Education
Dr. James Taylor has dedicated his career to the Cleveland Clinic, embodying its mission of patient care, education, and research, the very values for which he received…
The Itch and Rash Whisperer
Jenny Murase, MD, is driven in her career to be the best clinician, teacher, and mentor she can be. She has worked tirelessly to become an expert clinician treating complex itch and rash conditions, one…
A Master Educator, Mentor
and Scientist
Dr. Vincent DeLeo, the 2025 recipient of the DF Lifetime Career Educator Honorary Award, has devoted his life to education, mentorship, and innovation. And he…
2025 CS Plenary Sessions
Granulomas Gone Wild: Update of Rubella as an Evolving Trigger
Dr. Karolyn Wanat presented information about the discovery, diagnosis, and treatment of rubella virus (RuV)-associated granulomas. RuV is a single-stranded RNA virus typically associated with a mild clinical course. It can persist in immune-privileged sites and cause complications, including encephalitis, uveitis, arthritis, and congenital rubella syndrome (CRS)….
Bedside Diagnostics for the Dermatologist: Pearls, Pitfalls, Practical Uses
Dr. Karolyn Wanat presented information about microscopy techniques dermatologists can perform at bedside. She used patient cases to demonstrate the utility of these techniques in a variety of settings and noted the similarities among features seen on microscopy and histopathology. Although histopathology may still be needed to…
How Working with AI May Make Us Better Dermatologists
Dr. Veronica Rotemberg presented information about the current state of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in dermatology. There are few high-quality studies of AI for dermatologic purposes. First, Rotemberg discussed the challenges dermatologists face when working with AI models. AI models that are trained using photographs may become…
When Interferon Interferes: Updates in Childhood Connective Tissue Disease
Dr. Vikash Oza presented information about the diagnosis and treatment of children with connective tissue diseases, including juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) and chronic cutaneous lupus (CCL). In multidisciplinary settings, dermatologists play an important role in the early identification, treatment, and monitoring of systemic diseases with cutaneous manifestations. Treatment…
Latest Breakthroughs in Vascular Anomalies
Dr. Erin Mathes shared updates in the evaluation and treatment of vascular anomalies, including infantile hemangioma (IH) and port wine birthmarks (PWB). First, Mathes reviewed the clinical practice guidelines for managing IH. High-risk patients should be referred to a hemangioma specialist. The optimal referral age is 4…
Intriguing Neonatal Cases
Dr. Erin Mathes presented cases that demonstrate neonatal cutaneous processes, including erythroderma, infantile hemangiomas (IH) in preterm infants, solitary infantile myofibromas (IM), infantile malignancies, transverse nasal root veins, and newborn telangiectasias. She highlighted clinical practice gaps and areas for future research. First, Mathes discussed neonatal erythroderma. The…
Acral and Nail Unit Melanoma: Challenges and Approaches to Diagnosis and Management
Dr. Daniel Klufas presented information about the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of acral melanoma, including acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM) and nail unit melanoma (NUM). Acral melanomas are rare subtypes of cutaneous melanoma (CM) found on non-hair-bearing acral surfaces. They typically present after the age of 50…
Advancements in Keloid Treatment
Dr. Donald Glass shared information about advances in keloid treatment. Keloids are raised scars that grow invasively beyond the boundaries of the original wounds. Keloids are distinct from hypertrophic scars, which remain confined to the boundaries of the original wounds and may regress spontaneously. First, Glass provided…
from the foundation
Remembering Eugene J. Van Scott, MD
Eugene J. Van Scott, MD was the last remaining survivor of the team of ten who founded the Dermatology Foundation. A physician-scientist, academic and entrepreneur, he consistently demonstrated his commitment…
DF Research Award Program Receives $1M Grant from Johnson & Johnson
A million-dollar grant from Johnson & Johnson to the Dermatology Foundation (DF) Research Award Program will support three exceptional early-career researchers dedicated to pursuing innovative knowledge on inflammatory skin disorders. This new DF research award…
2026 DF Award Applications Are Open
The Dermatology Foundation’s Research Award Program (RAP) has been a driving force in advancing patient care for over six decades. By supporting innovative ideas and early-stage research, the program helps…
DF Research Award Program Receives $600,000 Grant from Sanofi and Regeneron
A $600,000 grant from Sanofi and Regeneron to the Dermatology Foundation Research Award Program will support two exceptional mid-career investigators conducting research into type 2 inflammation in skin. This generous donation marks the first time the Foundation has had the…
Dr. Donald A. Glass II Receives the 2024 DF Sanofi and Regeneron Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Mid-Career Award
Donald A. Glass II, MD, PhD, has received the first 2024 DF Sanofi and Regeneron Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Mid-Career Award (SRDEI) from the Dermatology Foundation (DF). The award funds…
Kaess Trust Endows the Dermatology Foundation with $1.5 Million Gift
Dr. Karl Kaess and his wife, Carolyn, shared a profound belief in the power of endowments to foster the next generation of medical professionals and strengthen academic institutions. Their $1.5 million gift from the Kaess Trust is a meaningful acknowledgment of the Dermatology Foundation’s role in advancing the specialty and supporting investigative research. “We are honored by Karl and Carolyn Kaess’s generosity and are deeply committed to being good stewards of their gift,” said Foundation President Janet Fairley. “In keeping with their values and directives, annual proceeds of the endowment will be used to support research that has the greatest potential to…
