Derms and Conditions
81 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsNow in Season 3, Derms and Conditions is a podcast from the team that brings you the Fall Clinical and Winter Clinical Dermatology Conferences. Each episode, you'll hear from leading Dermatologists in the US as they talk about Dermatology's hottest and most relevant topics and conditions. Dermatologists all face a barrage of new information virtually every day that is difficult to keep up with and digest. In this podcast, you'll hear about clinical practice tips and treatment pearls that you can implement on a daily basis in your busy practice. Subscribe to Derms and Conditions today to stay in-the-know with the country's leading experts. Thanks for listening!
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Outside the Box: The Power of Combining Art and Science
April 11, 2024 14:00 - 19 minutesIn this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Q Del Rosso, DO, interviews Naiem Issa, MD, PhD, FAAD, a dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon practicing at Forefront Dermatology in Vienna, VA, to discuss innovative approaches to treating challenging conditions. From exploring groundbreaking treatments for vitiligo to the mechanisms behind systemic responses in inflammatory diseases, this episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of art and science in dermatology. The conver...
Comprehensive Management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Expert Insights From Dr Jennifer Hsiao
March 28, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutesIn this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Q Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Jennifer Hsiao, MD, associate professor of clinical dermatology at Keck Medicine of University of Southern California, to discuss the multifaceted world of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). From addressing diagnostic obstacles to understanding comorbidities, this episode guides clinicians through the many complexities of HS management. They begin by exploring the diagnostic hurdles associated with HS, with Dr Hsi...
Part 2: Special Edition on Recent Reports of Benzene Found in Benzoyl Peroxide Products
March 21, 2024 11:05 - 33 minutesIn this 2-part special edition of Derms and Conditions, host James Q Del Rosso, DO, sits down with David Light, cofounder and president of Valisure, and Christopher Bunick, associate professor of dermatology and translational medicine at Yale University and medical and dermatologic advisor for Valisure, to shed light on Valisure’s recent Citizen Petition to the US Food and Drug Administration regarding findings of high levels of benzene in benzoyl peroxide-containing products. In Part 1, Dr D...
Part 1: Special Edition on Recent Reports of Benzene Found in Benzoyl Peroxide Products
March 21, 2024 11:00 - 22 minutesIn this 2-part special edition of Derms and Conditions, host James Q Del Rosso, DO, sits down with David Light, cofounder and president of Valisure, and Christopher Bunick, associate professor of dermatology and translational medicine at Yale University and medical and dermatologic advisor for Valisure, to shed light on Valisure’s recent Citizen Petition to the US Food and Drug Administration regarding findings of high levels of benzene in benzoyl peroxide-containing products. In Part 1, Dr D...
Prescribed Success: Navigating Buy-and-Bill Strategies in Dermatology Practice
March 14, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutesIn this episode of Derms and Conditions, our host, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, interviews Cory Rubin, MD, dermatologist and owner of the Michigan Dermatology Institute, about the business side of running a practice, with specific focus on the buy-and-bill model. Dr Rubin shares some of the challenges he has faced and explains the value of buy-and-bill for dermatologists, particularly in complex cases where medications may not be easily accessible through traditional pharmacies. They cover suitabl...
Highlights of Winter Clinical Miami 2024
February 29, 2024 11:00 - 20 minutesIn this episode of Derms and Conditions, our host, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, interviews pediatric dermatologist Lisa Swanson, MD, live at Winter Clinical Miami 2024 to review conference highlights and discuss diagnosing and treating molluscum contagiosum, herpes labialis in the adolescent population, and newer and emerging therapies for chronic skin diseases like atopic dermatitis and acne. Dr Swanson discusses the recent FDA approval of cantharidin and berdazimer gel for molluscum contagiosum ...
Tapping Into Tapinarof: An In-Depth Look at the Novel Treatment for Psoriasis with Dr April Armstrong
February 22, 2024 16:09 - 28 minutesIn this episode of Derms and Conditions, our host, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, interviews April Armstrong, MD, MPH, a professor and Chief of Dermatology at UCLA, about the development of tapinarof, a novel nonsteroidal topical treatment for psoriasis. They begin by discussing Dr Armstrong’s history of professional interest in psoriasis. The conversation then moves to focus solely on tapinarof, a topical cream that works by modulating the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR). Dr Armstrong explains th...
Highlights of Winter Clinical Hawaii 2024
January 25, 2024 10:00 - 16 minutesIn this episode of Derms and Conditions, our host, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, is joined by April Armstrong, MD, MPH, and David Cohen, MD, MPH, live at Winter Clinical Hawaii 2024 to review highlights from the conference. They cover a diverse slate of topics, including the 2023 allergen of the year (lanolin), notable advancements in psoriasis treatment including topicals and biologics, updates on diagnostic tools for melanoma, and clinical pearls for treating actinic keratosis with combinations ...
A Deep Dive Into IL-17 Inhibition and Bimekizumab for Psoriasis: Straight Talk with Dr Andy Blauvelt
January 04, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutesIn this episode of Derms and Conditions, Andy Blauvelt, MD, joins James Q. Del Rosso, DO, to discuss IL-17 inhibition, with a focus on bimekizumab as a treatment for psoriasis. Bimekizumab is unique for inhibiting both IL-17A and IL-17F, demonstrating higher efficacy and a favorable safety profile. Dr Blauvelt highlights the drug's mechanism of action and covers its approval process, global use, and notable data. He emphasizes its efficacy in achieving Psoriasis Area Severity Index 100 (PASI ...
Final Thoughts from 2023: Highlights from Podcasts Past…
December 28, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutesIn this episode of Derms and Conditions, our host, Dr James Q. Del Rosso, reflects on the past year of podcasting, offering a rich summary of key dermatologic topics discussed throughout 2023. To start, the episode delves into highlights from an interview with Dr Shane Chapman, who specializes in skin cancer. Dr Chapman shares insights into nonsurgical options for treating nonmelanoma skin cancer, focusing on strategies for cases of squamous cell carcinoma and nodular basal cell carcinoma th...
Untangling the Questions and Challenges in Patients with Hair Loss: Part 2
December 21, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutesIn episode 67 of Derms and Conditions, our host, Dr James Q. Del Rosso, sits down again with Dr Jeff Donovan, a board-certified dermatologist who practices in Whistler, Canada, with his dermatology clinic dedicated solely to the management of hair disorders, for part two of their discussion on alopecia areata and other hair loss conditions. Dr Donovan begins the discussion by addressing autoimmune thyroid disease associated with alopecia areata and the appropriate laboratory interpretation an...
Untangling the Questions and Challenges in Patients with Hair Loss: Part 1
December 14, 2023 12:00 - 25 minutesIn episode 66 of Derms and Conditions, our host, Dr James Q. Del Rosso, sits down with Dr Jeff Donovan, a board-certified dermatologist who practices in Whistler, Canada, with his dermatology clinic dedicated only to management of hair disorders. In part one of this series, they discuss how to approach patients with alopecia areata. Dr Donovan starts by discussing conditions that can mimic alopecia areata and when a biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis, prompting him to share his sug...
Does Bimekizumab Raise the Bar of Success for Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis? Perspectives from Dr. Ted Rosen
December 07, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutesIn episode 65 of Derms and Conditions, our host, James Q Del Rosso, DO, chats with Ted Rosen, MD, Professor of Dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine and Chief of Dermatology Service at Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, to discuss new developments in psoriasis treatment. They begin by discussing the current psoriasis treatment landscape and the perception that with effective biologics now on the market, there are no longer any unmet needs in psoriasis treatment. They refl...
Beyond the Knife: Practical Nonsurgical Options for Skin Cancer
November 21, 2023 12:00 - 25 minutesIn Episode 64 of Derms and Conditions, our host, Dr James Q. Del Rosso sits down with Dr Shane Chapman, Chair of the Department of Dermatology at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, to discuss nonsurgical approaches to treating nonmelanoma skin cancer. Dr. Chapman begins by discussing topical treatment options for nonmelanoma skin cancer for patients who are not candidates for surgery. He comments on the use of intralesional chemotherapy for keratoacanthomas or squamous cell carcinomas in po...
What is Dr Adam Friedman Up To Now?
November 09, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutesIn Episode 63 of Derms and Conditions, our host, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Adam Friedman, MD, to discuss some important topics in dermatology, including a comprehensive resource for portraying skin conditions and his research findings relating to sensitive skin. Dr Friedman begins by describing his atlas project, created to address a gap in dermatology in the limited way textbooks and atlases portray skin conditions. The Full Spectrum of Dermatology: A Diverse and Inclusive Atlas...
Live From Las Vegas! Greatest Hits from Fall Clinical Dermatology 2023
October 26, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutesIn this episode of Derms and Conditions, Dr. Jim Del Rosso and Dr. Gary Goldenberg discuss some of the highlights from the meeting. These include recent FDA approvals such as bimekizumab for psoriasis and the triple topical combination for acne vulgaris, the newer nonsteroidal topical agents, tapinarof and roflumilast, and their relevant clinical use, the significance of narrow-spectrum oral antibiotic therapy with sarecycline as compared to other oral tetracycline with regard to antibioti...
Once Is Not Enough: Round 2 on Therapeutic Insights
October 05, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutesIn episode 61 of Derms and Conditions, our host, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, presents a self-made episode where he clarifies key points on many therapies relevant to every-day clinical practice. First, he discusses topical alpha-agonist therapy for persistent facial erythema (PFE) of rosacea. Long-term data shows that daily use of either topical oxymetazoline or brimonidine appears to “reset” (lower) the baseline level of PFE in patients with rosacea. Next, he talks about sub-antibiotic dosing ...
A Closer Look at How to Address Skin Care With Your Patients
September 21, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutesIn episode 60 of Derms and Conditions, our host, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Cheri Frye, MD, the residency program director of dermatology at Howard University. The 2 discuss how to address skin care with patients and key products that should be incorporated into a skin care routine for specific skin types and populations. Dr Del Rosso begins by asking Dr Frye about her approach to advising the general patient on their skin care. She notes that interest in skin care has grown treme...
Improving Our Understanding of How Drugs Work: Clarifying Questions with Monoclonal Antibodies and JAK Inhibitors.
September 07, 2023 15:29 - 25 minutesIn Episode 59 of Derms and Conditions, our host, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, continues his conversation with Christopher Bunick, MD, PhD, an associate professor of dermatology at Yale University School of Medicine who performs specialized research on novel treatments and therapies. After discussing sarecycline for acne in part 1, the two switch gears to monoclonal antibodies. Dr Bunick begins by discussing dupilumab, an IL-4 and IL-13 blocker with significant clinical efficacy and a favorable sa...
Removing the Confusion Surrounding Some Commonly Used Therapies
August 24, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutesIn episode 58 of Derms and Conditions, our host, Dr James Q. Del Rosso, presents a self-made episode where he discusses some clarifications regarding commonly misunderstood therapies in dermatology. Dr Del Rosso begins by discussing the use of benzoyl peroxide (BPO) for papulopustular rosacea and notes that many providers are hesitant to use this treatment given the perceived irritant effects. He notes that the microencapsulated BPO 5% cream (FDA approved EPSOLAY®), specifically formulated to...
Improving Our Understanding of How New and Established Drugs Work: Let's Start With Our Most Often Used Antibiotic Class
August 03, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutesIn episode 57 of Derms and Conditions, our host, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Christopher Bunick, MD, PHD, an associate professor of dermatology at Yale University School of Medicine who performs specialized dermatologic research utilizing x-ray crystallography and other novel techniques. The 2 discuss research findings surrounding new information on properties that differentiate the activity of antibiotics, with specific data on how narrow spectrum activity with sarecycline differs...
Can Teledermatology Be a Win-Win for Patients and Clinicians? What You Need to Know Now
July 20, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutesIn episode 56 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Marc Serota, MD, a dermatologist in private practice in Denver who is triple board certified in dermatology, allergy and immunology, and pediatrics and serves as an adjunct faculty at the University of Colorado. The 2 discuss teledermatology and how Dr Serota uses it to increase access to care and develop additional revenue streams. They begin by recounting how teledermatology became as widespread as it is ...
The Right "Guy" For the Job to Bring Us Up to Date: Important Observations About Acne and Beyond
July 06, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutesIn episode 55 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Guy Webster, MD, PhD, FAAD, a clinical professor of dermatology at Jefferson Medical College. The 2 discuss new developments in the pathophysiology and management of acne as well as key pearls and pitfalls when using topicals, antibiotics, and isotretinoin. Dr Del Rosso begins by asking Dr Webster about any major changes to acne dogma over the last few decades. Dr Webster points out that while our knowled...
Alternative Approaches: A Thoughtful Conversation on Integrative Dermatology
June 22, 2023 07:00 - 22 minutesIn episode 54 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, AP, a board-certified dermatologist who practices at the Pacific Skin Institute and runs the Integrative Dermatology Symposium through LearnSkin. They discuss the concept of integrative dermatology, which involves uniting principles from pharmaceuticals, diet, nutrition, supplements, and probiotics to deliver holistic care. Dr Del Rosso begins by asking how to learn more about the sci...
Thinking Through Diagnostic Challenges in Patients with Eczema: Considerations and Pitfalls Part 2
June 08, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutesIn episode 53 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, continues his conversation with Matt Zirwas, MD, a dermatologist in Columbus, Ohio, and founder of the Bexley Dermatology Research Clinic. After reviewing localized eczematous dermatitis in part 1, they switch gears to discuss adults with scattered eczematous dermatitis in part 2. Dr. Zirwas shares several pearls for differentiating among atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, photosensitive dermatitis, CTCL, and contact dermatiti...
Sunscreens 2023: Where Are We Now and What Else Can We Do?
May 18, 2023 15:10 - 30 minutesIn episode 52 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Darrell Rigel, MD, MS, a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine and a world leader in research and patient care for melanoma and other skin cancers. The two discuss the current state of sunscreens and how to address the most common questions that patients have in the office. Patients often wonder if they need to use sunscreen when the UV index is low, if sunscreen is n...
Thinking Through Diagnostic Challenges in Patients with Eczema: Considerations and Pitfalls Part 1
May 04, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutesIn episode 51 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Matt Zirwas, MD, a dermatologist in Columbus, Ohio, and founder of the Bexley Dermatology Research Clinic. The two discuss how to approach a patient with an unspecified dermatitis. Dr. Zirwas begins by recounting his experiences with dermatitis unspecified, also known as non-atopic adult dermatitis, and how he became interested in treating this complex disease. Dr. Del Rosso asks how to differentiate betwee...
From the Research Center to the Clinic: Biologics and Other Systemic Therapies Part 2
April 27, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutesIn episode 50 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, continues his conversation with Andrew Blauvelt, MD, MBA, a clinical trials investigator and former President and Owner of the Oregon Medical Research Center. Dr. Blauvelt has conducted almost 200 clinical trials on biologics and JAK inhibitors for the treatment of psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. While part 1 of this series focused on psoriasis, part 2 takes a deep dive into new therapies for atopic dermatitis. Dr. Blauv...
Atopic Dermatitis: Connections Between Cytokine Inhibition and Clinical Outcomes
April 13, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutesIn episode 49 of Derms and Conditions, James Q. Del Rosso, DO and Mark Lebwohl, MD discussed the pathophysiology of atopic dermatitis and the role of cytokines in its management. Drs. Lebwohl and Del Rosso discussed how specific cytokines can be targeted for a safer treatment of atopic dermatitis. They emphasized that the targeted therapies for atopic dermatitis do not have any boxed warnings and the treatment of cytokines, specifically interleukin-4 (IL-4) and IL-13, can significantly improv...
From the Research Center to the Clinic: Biologics and Other Systemic Therapies Part 1
March 30, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutesIn episode 48 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Andrew Blauvelt, MD, MBA, a clinical trials investigator and former President and Owner of the Oregon Medical Research Center. Dr. Blauvelt has conducted almost 200 clinical trials on biologics and JAK inhibitors! In part 1 of this series, the two discuss the best way to learn about these new therapies for psoriasis. With 11 biologic medications now available for psoriasis, Dr. Blauvelt recommends breaking ...
It Is a Better Time for People with Atopic Dermatitis: A "Power Duo" Sorts Through Some Very Effective Options
March 09, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutesIn episode 47 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with Alexandra K. Golant, MD to discuss advances in the management of atopic dermatitis. They begin by highlighting the landmark approval of dupilumab in 2017 and how it completely revolutionized treatment of the disease at a time when options were very limited. Now, with additional biologics and a few JAK inhibitors on the market, both discuss some tips for choosing between the drug classes based on patient char...
An Open Dialogue on the Use of Devices in Dermatology
February 23, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutesIn episode 46 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Joel L. Cohen, MD, founder of AboutSkin Dermatology in Denver, Colorado. The two discuss how Dr. Cohen incorporated laser procedures and cosmetics into his general medical dermatology practice. Dr. Cohen takes us back to the beginning of his cosmetics journey and how he strategically chose an IPL device as his first purchase so that he could treat a variety of conditions important to his patients. He then r...
What can the AAD do for YOU?
February 09, 2023 11:30 - 15 minutesIn episode 45 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with Mark Kaufmann, MD, President of the American Academy of Dermatology. The two begin by discussing the many benefits of AAD membership and what the AAD is currently doing to support its members. In an economy that has seen record levels of inflation, physicians have still had to face an 8.5% cut to Medicare reimbursements. Dr. Kaufmann explains how he is working to counteract these cuts, and how you can suppor...
Highlights of Winter Clinical Hawaii 2023
January 26, 2023 07:00 - 19 minutesIn episode 44 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with April Armstrong, MD, MPH and David Cohen, MD, MPH, live at Winter Clinical Hawaii 2023 to discuss highlights from the meeting. The trio reviews important tips from a variety of topics, ranging from contact dermatitis to psoriasis. Many lectures from this meeting focused on the new biologics and JAK inhibitors available to treat inflammatory conditions such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. The group unpack...
What’s New and Hot in Psoriasis Management
January 05, 2023 12:30 - 27 minutesIn episode 43 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, sits down with Bruce Strober, MD, PhD, a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Yale University. The two discuss some of the newest advances in psoriasis management. They start with an overview of therapies with new mechanisms of action and discuss other medications that are in the pipeline. Dr. Strober then provides important tips for screening for psoriasis comorbidities. Since at least 1 in 5 patients will get significan...
Greatest Hits from Derms & Conditions 2022
December 29, 2022 12:30 - 25 minutesThe Derms and Conditions Podcast had a very successful year in 2022! Many discussions took place covering a wide range of topics in dermatology, including new published information, treatments, technologies, medications, and practical tips to improve the overall performance of your practice. Derms and Conditions wraps up the year by summarizing valuable insights and information for dermatology practitioners. Host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, explains the value of occasionally going back and listen...
A Blast From The Past: Remembering the Importance of TNF Inhibition in Psoriatic Disease
December 15, 2022 12:30 - 26 minutesIn episode 41 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO brings back a prior podcast guest in Brad P. Glick, DO, a member of the board of directors of the AAD and National Psoriasis Foundation as well as the residency program director at Larkin Palm Springs in Miami. The two discuss psoriasis management and the utility of anti-TNF drugs. Dr. Glick emphasizes that TNF inhibitors remain a very important part of our psoriasis therapeutic armamentarium despite newer drugs coming to ...
Bringing a Rare Disease to Light
December 01, 2022 12:30 - 27 minutesIn Episode 40 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with Whitney A. High, MD, JD, a Professor of Dermatology and Pathology at the University of Colorado. The two discuss blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN), a highly aggressive and fatal malignancy that can be very challenging to diagnose. Dermatologists are in a great position to make the initial diagnosis of this rare disease as it involves the skin in 80-90% of cases. Dr. High discusses several ...
Even The Best Can Get Better: Observations From A Seasoned Veteran of Psoriasis Treatment
November 17, 2022 12:30 - 23 minutesIn episode 39 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with Jennifer Cather, MD, a dermatologist and Medical Director at Mindful Dermatology and Modern Research Associates in Dallas, Texas, and a good friend of Dr. Del Rosso. Dr. Cather is an expert in psoriasis as she is currently managing over 1,700 patients on systemic therapy. She and Dr. Del Rosso discuss the exciting new Mind.Px test, a dermal biomarker patch developed by Mindera Health that can noninvasively o...
Can We Take The "Anti" Out Of Antibiotic Use In Dermatology?
November 03, 2022 11:35 - 25 minutesIn Episode 38 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with Chris Bunick, MD, PhD, an Associate Professor of Dermatology at Yale University. The two discuss the important topic of antibiotic stewardship in Dermatology. Dr. Bunick begins by sharing his unique background and how he became interested in structural biology and the way medications work at a molecular level. Once he discovered his passion for Dermatology, he turned his attention to understanding antibio...
Highlights of Fall Clinical 2022: The Hits Just Keep On Coming!
October 27, 2022 11:45 - 18 minutesIn episode 37 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with April W. Armstrong, MD, MPH and David E. Cohen, MD, MPH live at Fall Clinical 2022 in Las Vegas, NV to discuss highlights from the meeting. This is a very unique episode of Derms and Conditions filled with clinical pearls for four conditions! Dr. Armstrong discusses two biologics that have great data for prurigo nodularis as well as a new topical JAK inhibitor for vitiligo. Dr. Cohen highlights some advances...
The Gold Standard of Topical Therapy in Psoriasis
October 06, 2022 11:30 - 23 minutesIn episode 36 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with Linda Stein Gold, MD, the Director of Dermatology Clinical Research and Division Head of Dermatology at Henry Ford Health. The two discuss various topical treatment options in the management of psoriasis. Dr. Stein Gold begins by reiterating that despite the development of new systemic therapies, topical therapy remains a mainstay in psoriasis management. She discusses a new formulation of betamethasone dipr...
All in the Family: Keeping Up with the Glasers
September 22, 2022 11:35 - 23 minutesIn episode 35 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with Dee Anna Glaser, MD and her two daughters, Katherine and Ella. Many in the Dermatology community know Dr. Glaser as she is very involved at conferences and is a leader in hyperhidrosis. But many may not know that both of her daughters are also dermatologists. The three of them share their path to dermatology and how they independently discovered their passion for the field. In this episode we diverge from ...
The Story So Far: How One Thoughtful Dermatologist Is UnFOLDing the Challenges of "HS"
September 08, 2022 12:31 - 23 minutesIn Episode 34 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with Joslyn Sciacca Kirby, MD, MEd, MS, who is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at Penn State Health. The two discuss Hidradenitis Suppurativa and the difficulty that they, along with many Dermatologists, face in treating it. They begin by pointing out all of the treatment modalities that have historically been used and how some are still effective, while others should be retired, especially when facing seve...
Fundamentals of JAK inhibitors and what makes them TYK
August 18, 2022 11:35 - 25 minutesIn episode 33 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO sits down with April W. Armstrong, MD, MPH, Professor of Dermatology and Associate Dean at the University of Southern California. The two discuss the Janus tyrosine kinase (JAK) pathway and how JAK inhibitors have become a useful tool in treating several chronic dermatologic conditions. Dr. Armstrong notes that different members of the JAK family pair in different ways and therefore enhance different intracellular signals....
A Topical Makeover: Taking Something Good and Making it Even Better
August 11, 2022 11:35 - 24 minutesIn episode 32 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO chats with Dr. Brad Glick, who is the residency program director at Larkin Palm Springs in Miami as well as a close friend of Dr. Del Rosso. Dr. Glick and Dr. Del Rosso discuss the advantages of topical therapies and their pivotal role in managing chronic diseases, even in the setting of significant advances in targeted systemic therapy. Dr. Glick emphasizes that the adjunctive use of topical and systemic therapies is key ...
Tying Up The Loose Ends With Managing Hair Loss: Practical Advice That Will Help Right Now
July 21, 2022 11:35 - 27 minutesIn this episode of Derms & Conditions, James Q. Del Rosso, DO gleans up-to-date practical information on hair loss from Natasha Mesinkovska, MD, PhD, based on her extensive clinical and research experience in this area of dermatology. Several entities and challenges are discussed with tips on both diagnosis and management. The latter half focuses on alopecia areata, including its relationships to both atopy and autoimmune disease. The episode concludes with how Dr. Mesinkovska integrates oral...
The Smartest One in the Rheum: A Conversation with Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc
July 07, 2022 11:50 - 26 minutesIn Episode 30 of Derms and Conditions, host James Q. Del Rosso, DO speaks with Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc, a board certified rheumatologist and dermatologist who is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Merola and Dr. Del Rosso first discuss the diagnosis and management of cutaneous lupus with a special focus on drug-induced lupus. Next, Dr. Del Rosso asks Dr. Merola about dermatomyositis including tips on diagnosis and which laboratory tests are best to order....
Thick or Thin? Lessons with Peter Lio on Atopic Dermatitis and Other Impactful Pearls
June 23, 2022 13:38 - 25 minutesIn Episode 29 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO speaks with Peter Lio, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at Northwestern University in Chicago, IL. The episode begins with Dr. Del Rosso asking Dr. Lio about useful patient questionnaires that he uses in his practice. Dr. Lio then discusses his use of the ADCT (Atopic Dermatitis Control Tool) which helps assess the waxing/waning nature of the disease. Next, Dr. Lio discusses his use of alterna...
Knowing the Business of Dermatology Involves More Than Just Being A Good Doctor: One Dermatologist Shares His Success Story
June 09, 2022 11:45 - 24 minutesIn Episode 28 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO speaks with Ted Lain MD, MBA, who is the Chief Medical Officer at Sanova Dermatology. During this episode, Dr. Lain shares how he became interested in the business of dermatology early in his career, along with his consistent dedication to being a very knowledgeable and competent dermatologist. He offers some available resources for dermatologists who want to become better educated in the business area. The discussion emph...