Education
Cutting-edge talks from today’s specialty experts attract attendees to the DF’s annual CME meeting: Clinical Symposia—Advances in Dermatology.
A Practical Guide to Comorbidity Screening in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Dr. Haley Naik presented information about practical comorbidity screening approaches for patients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). HS has been considered a rare disease, but more recent data show it is as common as other dermatologic conditions, including psoriatic arthritis and lichen…
Dermatology Surgical Pearls
Dr. Marta Van Beek shared 4 surgical pearls for dermatologists. Pearl #1: Don’t underestimate the alar groove. When repairing a Mohs defect with a flap or graft, blunting of the alar groove can cause significant disfigurement externally and a “shelf” internally that disrupts air flow with inspiration…
Palliative Care in Dermatology
Dr. Marta Van Beek presented information about palliative care for dermatologists. Palliative care is designed to enhance patients’ and families’ quality of life (QOL) while negotiating serious illness. Dermatologists should know about palliative care because they may see certain patient…
Novel and Pipeline Therapies for Hidradenitis Suppurativa Management
Dr. Haley Naik presented information about new and emerging therapies for managing hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). The goal of HS management is to control inflammation and remove tissue that has been irreversibly damaged. First, Naik emphasized the importance of early intervention in halting…
Chronic Hand Eczema: Burden and Treatments
Dr. JiaDe Yu presented information about the burden, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of chronic hand eczema (CHE). CHE is hand eczema that lasts >3 months or relapses >2 times per year. It is considered a subtype of atopic dermatitis (AD) or contact dermatitis (CD) in the United States and a stand-alone diagnosis in Europe. Yu…
Photoprotection in Skin of Color: Understanding Photodamage and Optimizing Sunscreen Strategies
Dr. Susan Taylor presented information about personalized photoprotection strategies for individuals with skin of color. Photoprotection is the process of preventing the deleterious effects of the electromagnetic radiation (EMR) spectrum, including ultraviolet radiation (UVR), visible light (VL), and…
Updates in Pediatric Allergic Contact Dermatitis: What’s Hot and What’s Not
Dr. JiaDe Yu presented information about pediatric allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). ACD is a skin rash caused by direct contact with an allergen. First, Yu discussed the prevalence of pediatric ACD. An estimated one-third of children will develop ACD; it may be overlooked because atopic dermatitis (AD) may have a similar appearance and is highly…
Mimickers of SJS/TEN
Dr. Jean Bolognia presented information about Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS)/toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) and diseases that mimic them. SJS and TEN are severe skin reactions that cause damage to the skin and mucus membranes and can be life-threatening. TEN typically involves the entire trunk. First, Bolognia discussed the expanding differential diagnosis of SJS/TEN. Previously, dermatologists would…
Antibody-Drug Conjugates (Chemo-labeled Antibodies)
Dr. Jean Bolognia presented information about antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), including enfortumab vedotin, trastuzumab emtansine, trastuzumab deruxtecan, and loncastuximab tesirine. ADCs are monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) combined with a chemotherapeutic agent via a linker. They are associated with cutaneous side effects that dermatologists need to know about. First, Bolognia explained the nomenclature of ADCs. The first part…
Alopecia Areata: An Update
Dr. Susan Taylor presented information about the pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment of alopecia areata (AA). AA has a significant impact on patient quality of life, including low self-esteem, emotional distress, mood disturbances, and disrupted relationships. Thus, patients need timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment. First, Taylor discussed AA pathogenesis and clinical features. AA pathogenesis…