The Cutaneous Connection- Episode 11: Racial Disparities in Melanoma Awareness
November 19th 2020Neelam Vashi, M.D., FAAD, discusses the publication of her cross-sectional survey in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology regarding how different racial and ethnic groups possess various levels of melanoma awareness.
Narrow-spectrum antibiotics viable treatment option for acne
November 12th 2020Perceptions of antibiotics and potential antibiotic resistance have caused some physicians to be wary of the drug class when prescribing an acne treatment regimen. However, narrow-spectrum antibiotics have shown a low propensity for development of antimicrobial resistance while also effectively treating acne.
AI-powered diagnostic tool accurately identifies rosacea
November 10th 2020A new artificial intelligence-powered diagnostic tool, Ros-NET, was able to accurately identify rosacea, making way for further development of the technology to aid in diagnosis of the skin condition, according to a recent study.
Specific dietary supplements linked to acne
October 29th 2020According to a recent review, supplements such as B6/B12, high-dose vitamins and whey protein have been linked to acne development. Study authors suggest physicians ask acne patients about their supplement use and educate them on potential side effects.
The Cutaneous Connection- Episode 9: Telemedicine Use in Dermatology
October 22nd 2020Michael Sherling, M.D., practicing dermatologist and chief medical and strategy officer at Modernizing Medicine, discusses the recent rise in telemedicine use in dermatology, the benefits and detriments, as well as the future for the industry.
Women surgeons and Mohs micrographic surgery in the U.S.
October 21st 2020Michelle Nguyen, M.D., MPH, sits down with Dermatology Times to discuss her recent presentation at the 2020 American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) virtual meeting regarding the representation of women dermatologic surgeons in the U.S.
The Mainstream Patient: October 12
October 12th 2020This week’s edition of The Mainstream Patient features stories about a new toxic-free cosmetics bill in California, the benefits of benzoyl peroxide for acne, the legitimacy of collagen supplements, potential sunscreen changes by the FDA, plus more.
AbobotulinumtoxinA for oily forehead
October 9th 2020Dr. Katarina Kesty, St. Petersburg Skin and Laser, St. Petersburg, Fla., discusses her presentation at the 2020 virtual American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) meeting about her research using abobotulinumtoxinA injections to combat oil on the forehead.