Futuristic Acne Treatment with Lasers
CEimpact Podcast
English - August 07, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBCourses Education Science ceimpact podcast precept2practice level up gamechangers pharmacy cme cpe pharmacology ceimpact geoff wall Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Numerous treatments exist for the management of acne - from over-the-counter products to prescriptions. Join host, Geoff Wall, as he evaluates a new treatment modality - lasers.
The GameChanger
Prescription medications, like isotretinoin, are effective for acne but have significant adverse effects. Laser therapy may be just as efficacious with fewer adverse effects - and treat scarring
Host
Geoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, BCGP
Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake University
Internal Medicine/Critical Care, UnityPoint Health
Reference
Brunk D. 1,726-nm Lasers Poised to Revolutionize Acne Treatment, Expert Predicts.
https://www.medscape.com/s/viewarticle/991731
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CPE Information
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Discuss the adverse effects of laser treatment for acne
2. Describe the efficacy rates of laser therapy for the treatment of severe acne and acne scarring
0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-23-X-H01-P
Initial release date: 8/7/2023
Expiration date: 8/7/2024
Additional CPE details can be found here.