The Dr. Dustin Podcast - Dr. Dustin Portela
40 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago -The Dr. Dustin Podcast is medical podcast covering trending news and health topics with Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Dustin Portela.
Dr. Portela is a practicing dermatologist in Boise, ID at Treasure Valley Dermatology. He has over 4 million followers across all social media platforms where he educates on a wide range of health topics.
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Understand Your Health Insurance to Save Money
October 09, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBDr. Dustin Portela, a board certified dermatologist, breaks down the common terms you need to know about your medical health insurance, including deductible, copay, out of pocket max, and more. He also shares his insights on what it's like for doctors dealing with insurance companies from the other side. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to be a smart healthcare consumer and save money on their medical bills. You'll learn: What your health insurance plan covers How to choose ...
Jobs That Increase Your Risk of Skin Cancer
September 29, 2023 23:14 - 5 minutes - 15.6 MBI was surprised to learn today a patient of mine didn't know their job as a pilot would increase their risk of skin cancer. Today I'm explaining why certain jobs will increase your risk of skin cancer. These include pilots, farmers, ranchers, lifeguards just to name a few. There may be some in this list that would surprise you however. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Visit my website at www.drdustinportela.com 🧴208SKN Find the same skincare products I recommend and offer patients in my cl...
Why You Shouldn't Laser Moles Away
September 26, 2023 21:59 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MBMany people seek cosmetic treatment for moles to be removed. In searching on social media it's easy to find examples of people who have their moles lasered off. Dr. Dustin Portela, a board certified dermatologist explains why this is a bad idea, and in some cases can even be life threatening. When it comes to safely treating and removing moles you should trust the expertise of a board certified dermatologist. đź“’ Show Notes and Resources đź“’ Visit my website at www.drdustinportela.com ...
Alan Bauman - Hair Loss & Restoration Expert
September 18, 2023 08:30 - 27 minutes - 31.7 MBDr. Alan Bauman is a world renowned expert in treating patients with all forms of hair loss. His clinic in Boca Raton, FL has treated over 33,000 patients and he has performed over 12,000 hair transplants during his career. We discuss his pathway into hair transplantation from his training in plastic surgery. We discuss the most common types of hair loss including Covid hair loss. We then discuss some of the oral and topical treatments available before spending some time on PRP treatme...
Ron Robinson - The Chemist Behind Your Favorite Brands
June 26, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBAfter realizing medical school wasn't the career path for him Ron Robinson found himself working for Clinque as a cosmetic chemist. This fortuitous event sparked a prolific career that has led Ron to become perhaps the most well known cosmetic chemists in the skincare industry. He's gone on to found his own skincare company called Beauty Stat, most well known for their Vitamin C. He is also part of the team that formulated Rhode Skin with Hailey Bieber. Ron shares some great tips for con...
Surviving Melanoma - Katie Battles Stage 4 Melanoma and Becomes an Advocate
May 28, 2023 11:00 - 47 minutes - 88.8 MBKatie shares her remarkable story of fighting metastatic stage IV melanoma and discusses her path to becoming an advocate for those living with melanoma. Dr. Portela is a board certified dermatologist and expert in skin health including the diagnosis and treatment of melanoma. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Visit my website at www.drdustinportela.com 🧴208SKN Find the same skincare products I recommend and offer patients in my clinic: https://www.208SKN.com Click here now to shop My A...
Hair Transplant Surgeon Dr. Jennifer Krejci
February 13, 2023 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MBDr. Jennifer Krejci is one of the countries top hair transplant surgeons. She has devoted her career to understanding and treating hair loss disorders with both medical and surgical methods. Today we cover all of the surgical and non-surgical methods of preserving hair. If you want to see Dr. Krejci for a consultation you can find her here. https://limmerhtc.com/dr-jennifer-krejci-md-faad/ https://www.instagram.com/limmerhair/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7nedIOEXgJbQoPBZ3aDm5Q ...
Men's Fitness, Health, & Hair Loss WIth Dr. Ben Bashline
February 06, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 29 MBDr. Ben Bashline is a board certified dermatologist in Nashville, TN and a longtime friend. We completed residency the same year in Michigan and have seen our career paths mirror each other in many respects. Today we talk about staying healthy despite a busy and hectic life. We talk about sleep, fitness, nutrition, and even get into our mutual woe of male pattern baldness. You can find Dr. Bashline at his practice in Nashville, TN https://www.harpethvalleydermatology.com/ Connect wit...
The New Botox & Other Cosmetic Treatments With Dr. Matthew Elias
January 23, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBDr. Matthew Elias is a board certified dermatologist at Elias Dermatology in South Florida. https://www.eliasderm.com/ As a procedural dermatologist Dr. Elias is up to date on the latest cosmetic treatments and gives us some insight into new treatments coming in the future. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 Visit my website at www.drdustinportela.com 🧴208SKN Find the same skincare products I recommend and offer patients in my clinic: https://www.208SKN.com Click here now to shop My Amaz...
Amarte Skincare with Dermstore.com Founder Dr. Craig Kraffert
January 05, 2023 10:35 - 29 minutes - 22.7 MBDr. Craig Kraffert is one of the top dermatologists in the country and a true leader in the skincare space. In the early days of the dotcom boom Dr. Kraffert founded dermstore.com and built it into the premier skincare marketplace on the internet. He used his knowledge in skincare to enter a partnership with one of the most unique skincare brands I have tried, Amarte Skincare.  In this episode we learn about Dr. Kraffert's background, his entrepeneurial streak, and what is next for Amar...
DermaMade Skincare With Dr. Amy Brodsky
December 23, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBBuying skincare products during your dermatologist visit can be convenient and when they are carefully chosen those products can be a compliment to your medical therapy. That was the inspiration of Dr. Amy Brodsky when she formulated DermaMade skincare and began offering the products in her Chicago area practice. DermaMade is now available at many dermatologist offices. With this video and the corresponding podcast you will learn about the formulation of these products and the reasons it can...
The Doctor Will See You Online - Teledermatology with DermaGo & Dr. Emilie Bourgeault
December 16, 2022 14:15 - 28 minutes - 26 MBTelehealth expanded significantly during COVID and it is here to stay. With dermatology being such a visual field it can lend itself to telehealth easily. I have partnered with DermaGo and today I sat down with the founder, Dr. Emilie Bourgeault, to discuss the development of their premier telehealth platform DermaGo.ca This episode will also be available as a podcast on the "Between Two Derms" podcast feed. DermaGo is currently available only in Canada, but will soon be launching in the US....
Western Medicine vs. "Crunchy Granola" Care for Eczema with Bonnie
October 12, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 26.2 MBBonnie had hoped to avoid traditional "western medicine" in caring for her daughter for severe eczema which started after her infant daughter contracted COVID. Today she tells her story of balancing her self described "crunchy granola lifestyle" with modern medicine approaches to eczema. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 🧴Recommendations: 🧴208SKN Find the same skincare products I recommend and offer patients in my clinic: https://www.208SKN.com Click here now to shop My Amazon Skincare Re...
Introducing Dr. Ben Jones - Dermatologist
May 14, 2022 15:02 - 28 minutes - 27 MBIntroducing Dr. Benjamin Jones! Dr. Jones is a Board Certified Dermatologist and has been a close personal friend of mine since elementary school. We took different educational paths and both ended up becoming a dermatologist. In an effort to get a more regular posting schedule we're bringing on Dr. Jones as a regular co-host for the 'Between Two Derms' Podcast. Today we talk about skincare and catch up on life. We're looking forward to fielding your questions and getting you a more regu...
Topical Steroid Withdrawl - Is it Real? Conversation with Dr. Marvin Rapaport
May 02, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 27.3 MBTopical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW) or Red Skin Syndrome has been a controversial topic, but thanks to the work of Dr. Marvin Rapaport, more are learning about this potential complication from overuse of topical steroids. I had an excellent conversation with Dr. Rapaport covering this syndrome and how he treats it. Topical steroids can be a great medicine when used appropriately, but like any medicine they can be abused and lead to side effects. Some will suffer adverse effects even with normal...
Treated With a Fake Laser? Conversation with Scott Carson
February 08, 2022 21:21 - 32 minutes - 25.7 MBThere is big money to be made in laser sales, so it should come as no surprise that there are bad actors in the laser sales space trying to make a quick buck. We've reviewed lasers before on this channel, and you know that they can be very good at their purpose, but they also carry risk if they are used improperly. A rising phenomenon is the release of counterfeit lasers on the market that are designed to look like, and/or mimic the technology of the lasers currently available on the market....
AMA About Psoriasis
December 21, 2021 16:00 - 21 minutes - 20.7 MBPsoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that may also affect the joints. With so many medications on the market available to treat psoriasis I wanted to spend some time answering your questions about one of the most common conditions we see in the dermatology office.  Here are some resources discussed in the episode. National Psoriasis Foundation AAD Psoriasis Resources Center Follow Dr. Portela on Social Media Instagram YouTube TikTok Â
Introducing 208SKN by Dr. Portela
November 24, 2021 14:55 - 10 minutes - 11 MBI'm proud to announce that the same skincare products I make available to my patients in the clinic are now available online for all to try. 208SKN has been in the works for over a year and the products are amazing. We've been offering these products to our patients in the clinic for a while now and the feedback has been phenomenal.  You can visit www.208SKN.com to purchase, or sign up for subscribe and save. There will be promotions and discounts periodically so make sure to sign up...
Adult Acne With Sarah Waldock of Balm Labs
November 01, 2021 22:40 - 30 minutes - 27 MBAdult acne is on the rise and is disproportionately affecting women with a strongly suspected hormonal cause. This frustration led Sarah Waldock to start her own journey to find a for her own acne.  We discuss her personal journey with adult acne and also discuss the mental and emotional issues that can come along with adult acne.  The video version of this podcast is available on my YouTube Channel.  To purchase Balm Labs products visit this link: Balm Labs Products Use Code 208...
Becoming a Dermatologist with Dr. Chris Tomassian
May 24, 2021 09:00 - 47 minutes - 65 MBJoin Dr. Dustin Portela and his guest, Dr. Chris Tomassian, as they talk about the ins and outs of what it takes to become a dermatologist. A common question on social media is how to be a dermatologist, and Dr. Chris shares his path to being one. He also gives tips from getting a mentor to earning a dermatology residency program. Stay tuned and learn how to be a dermatologist! In this episode, you’ll learn: How important it is to find a mentor when getting into dermatology The pathway...
AMA #2 with Natalie @hellomeridian
January 04, 2021 14:18 - 45 minutes - 66.2 MBJoin Dr. Dustin Portela and Natalie of Hello Meridian as they do an “ask me anything” episode where the subject of the interview is Dr. Dustin! He shares his experiences, updates on TikTok, about skincare, and more. You will definitely learn a lot from Dr. Dustin himself! In this episode, you’ll learn: The story of how Dr. Dustin got into the world of TikTok. Did this new development or social media fame change their team operation? Dustin shares the damaging trends he has seen on Ti...
TikTok Skin Care Trends with Dr. Muneeb Shah (@doctorly)
December 10, 2020 13:59 - 1 hour - 96.4 MBRecommendations made in the show notes may contain affiliate links at no additional cost to you. I may earn a small commission from purchases made. Thank you for supporting the podcast. -Dr. Portela This episode is sponsored by EltaMD. The new UV Restore sunscreen from EltaMD protects the skin from UVA/UVB as well as infrared, blue light, and environmental pollution. UV Restore doesn't just protect the skin, but is formulated with ingredients to restore and improve the skin. You can p...
What's On Vi's Face
November 19, 2020 04:37 - 44 minutes - 65 MBThis episode is sponsored by MDSolarSciences. Use promo code '208SkinDoc' for 20% off your purchase from mdsolarsciences.com MDSolarSciences is a Dermatologist created sunscreen company that makes highly rated, sustainably manufactured, feel good sunscreen formulas that work for all skin types. I love using their Daily Anti-Aging Moisturizer and it has quickly become one of my daily spf favorites. Check them out and save 20% off your purchase with the code 208SkinDoc. Now the podcast...
CeraVe Founder Tom Allison
October 23, 2020 14:23 - 47 minutes - 69.5 MBJoin Dr. Dustin Portela and his guest, Tom Allison, as they talk about the amazing skincare brand, CeraVe. Tom is one of the co-founders of CeraVe and is currently the Global Vice President of Professional Marketing for CeraVe. Now, they offer over 70 skincare products! CeraVe is a very loved brand for continuously delivering effective and desired results for its users. In this episode, you’ll learn: Before becoming one of the founders of CeraVe, he was already working as a regional mana...
Skincare by Hyram
September 28, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 53.4 MBJoin Dr. Dustin Portela and his guest, Hyram Yarbro, while they chat about a wide range of skincare topics. Hyram is one of the most influential skincare creators on the internet. He rose from very humble beginnings of merely posting on his YouTube channel a few times a month to now having more than 3.6 million subscribers. Today, a lot of people are asking him for his skincare tips and brands are reaching out to him to review their products. Find out more about his insights, and definitely ...
Ask Me Anything Episode 1
September 21, 2020 08:00 - 37 minutes - 58.7 MBIn this episode I cover a range of questions that were sent in over Instagram or were texted to me through my text community. (Details to text me on my IG profile).  We discuss laser hair removal, rosacea, skincare ingredients, which skincare steps are essential.  Find me on social media Connect with Dr. Dustin Portela! LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drportela/ Website www.dermatologyboise.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/208SkinDoc/ Company Instagram http...
Merry Skin Care With Young Yuh
September 04, 2020 13:42 - 32 minutes - 46.9 MBJoin Dr. Dustin Portela and his guest, Young Yuh, a well-known skincare influencer, chat about different kinds of skincare products and skincare routines. Young Yuh already had experience in working in the beauty industry before he became famous. His love for skincare is what drove him to start posting his videos on social media. In this episode, he shares his stories, insights, and why reaching out to a dermatologist is important. In this episode, you’ll learn: The backstory of Young Yuh...
Access to Affordable Medications With Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali
August 17, 2020 18:34 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBOn this episode I sit down with Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali, a board certified dermatologist in Manhattan. We discuss his role in bringing access to generic medications to his patients and the platform that he helped develop which gave this option to patients across the country. Dr. Bhanusali is a leading Dermatologist and digital health entrepreneur based in Manhattan.  As a member of the prestigious Medical Scholars program at Michigan State University, Dr. Bhanusali was accepted into medical...
Acne Types & Treatments with Dr. Jason Chouake
July 06, 2020 15:29 - 33 minutes - 32.5 MBJoin Dr. Dustin Portela and Dr. Jason Chouake as they talk about acne diagnosis and treatment. Acne is a concern that people have had for generations, and it’s time to shed light on the mysteries of the things that appear on our faces! They’ll get into the different kinds of acne, treatments, and common misconceptions surrounding acne.  In this episode, you will learn: What acne is, and the difference between blackheads and whiteheads Tips on getting over-the-counter treatment for ac...
Spray Tanning with Marie Tillman
June 22, 2020 04:44 - 39 minutes - 37.6 MBWe’ve been getting lots of comments to cover spray tans, so we made sure to deliver what you want! Join Dustin Portela and Marie Tillman of Touch of Sun LCC as they talk about her experience with tanning salons, knowing what you’re getting into with spray tans, and the importance of communication.  In this episode, you will learn about: The dangers of commercialized spray tanning. Why do some spray tans sometimes turn the skin orange? The risks that come with spray tanning and the ...
Botox & Fillers with Dr. Jacqueline Calkin
June 08, 2020 13:08 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBJoin Dr. Dustin Portela and Dr. Jacqueline Calkin as they talk about Botox and fillers. Dr. Calkin is an expert on cosmetic procedures and a leader in the field of cosmetic dermatology. They get into the different products available in the market and what consumers should know beyond the product. Â In this episode, you will learn about: The most groundbreaking developments in dermatology in the last 20 years History of collagen injections Importance of putting trust in the skill of ...
Dr. Sarah Pinney & Dermatology Practice Styles
May 28, 2020 17:26 - 31 minutes - 29 MBJoin Dr. Dustin Portela (Between Two Derms) and Dr. Sarah Pinney as they talk about her experiences and different dermatology practice styles. She shares the process of how one can become a dermatologist and the story behind her decision to get into dermatology. They get into what fellowships are, the options to choose from, her reason for getting into academic practice, and later getting into a cash-pay, or fee-for-service practice. Stay tuned to the podcast to see Sarah’s take on the expen...
08 - Simplifying Your Skincare with Doctor Heather Rogers
May 22, 2020 13:55 - 30 minutes - 35 MBJoin Dustin Portela (Between Two Derms) and Doctor Heather Rogers as they talk about her experience as a dermatologist and the world of skincare. They get into how simple dermatology can be for you, how to spend less on skincare with the same results, and how multipurpose items may not be the best option for you. Heather also talks about starting her skincare line, the products she has available, and how she uses them for her patients. Stay tuned to know the three things that are vital to sk...
Dr. Angelo Landriscina Discusses LGBTQ+ Care in Dermatology
May 11, 2020 20:01 - 29 minutes - 33.9 MBJoin Dr. Dustin Portela (Between Two Derms) and Dr. Angelo Landriscina as they talk about LGBTQ+ Care in Dermatology. Dr. Landriscina desires to help dermatologists have a better-nuanced understanding of how to take care of sexual and gender minority patients. They touch on the lack of data collection that the health industry has for the LGBTQ+ community, the archaic iPledge system that isn’t gender-affirming, and how both patients and medical practitioners can appropriately communicate with...
06 - Sunscreen and Skincare with Jamie Hayward
May 05, 2020 18:00 - 25 minutes - 29.9 MBJoin Dustin Portela (Between Two Derms) and Jamie Hayward (EltaMD) as she talks about sunscreen and skincare. She explains the relationship between the Aestheticians and Dermatologists and her take on the direction that dermatology clinics are taking for Aesthetics. They get into how various treatments may drive different results to people depending on their skin type. Jamie gets into the variety of sunscreens that made her transition working with EltaMD and the revolutionary products that t...
05 - Psoriasis treatment with Dr. Cory Rubin
April 27, 2020 08:30 - 33 minutes - 37.7 MBCory Rubin is a Board-Certified Dermatologist practicing at the Michigan Dermatology Institute in Waterford, Michigan. He is the founder and medical director of the practice, and is on staff with several large health systems in Michigan including Ascension/St John-Providence, Beaumont-Royal Oak, DMC Huron Valley-Sinai, McLaren-Oakland and St Joseph-Oakland hospitals. His medical school education was completed at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia and his dermatology residency traini...
04 - Dr. Kristi Hawley discusses psoriasis treatment in pregnancy
April 26, 2020 18:37 - 14 minutes - 26.7 MBJoin Dustin Portela (Between Two Derms) and Kristi Hawley (The Derm Institute of West Michigan) as they shed light around the seriousness of psoriasis, its treatments, and everything in between. They touch on the different medications available (topical, oral, and biologics). Dr. Hawley also gives the reasons why psoriasis is important to treat during pregnancy and what the safest available options are  By the end of the episode, you will have a basic understanding of the condition, hav...
03 - A Discussion with Boise Beauty from Instagram
April 26, 2020 18:29 - 29 minutes - 46.6 MBJoin Dustin Portela (Between Two Derms) and Danielle Layman (Boise Beauty) as they chat about her passion for makeup and skincare plus her experience with social media. She starts with her story of how she just initially wanted to find friends online that shared her passion and build a community around it. Later on, Danielle began to work with brands and was able to create a good reputation in the space. They also touch on how she dealt with the fact that Instagram’s algorithm had reduced he...
02 - What is a Derm PA? A Discussion with Mariya Ostermiller
April 26, 2020 18:19 - 14 minutes - 26.6 MBMariya Ostermiller is a board certified Physician Assistant. She has practiced in dermatology for 14 years and joined Dr. Portela at the opening of Treasure Valley Dermatology in March 2018.  Join Dustin Portela (Between Two Derms) and Mariya Ostermiller (Treasure Valley Dermatology) as they talk about her experiences and learnings as a Dermatology PA. She shares the process of how she got into the field, from her education to finding her specialty. Mariya explains the intricacies of the...
Trailer Episode 01 - Between Two Derms
April 04, 2020 17:22 - 1 minute - 5.28 MBBetween Two Derms is a new podcast exploring all things related to the health of your skin, hair, and nails. We'll cover medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology and visit with guests who will bring you the latest in the science of skincare. Join the host, board certified dermatologist, Dr. Dustin Portela, each month for an AMA episode where we will answer questions about anything related to dermatology. Visit www.betweentwoderms.com for more information. You can follow us on social...