Navigating Vitiligo Treatment: Decoding Pigmentation & Accessing Care
June 6th 2024Rocco Serrao, MD, FAAD, addresses potential barriers to access and affordability of narrowband UVB phototherapy and topical medications for vitiligo treatment, while highlighting available resources to assist patients in overcoming these obstacles.
Tailored Treatments for Non-Segmental Vitiligo in a 38-Year-Old Male Patient
June 6th 2024Rocco Serrao, MD, FAAD, discusses a case of a 38-year-old male with progressive vitiligo, exploring potential triggers and exacerbating factors, as well as lifestyle changes and treatment options to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
Community Physician Voices: Exploring Management Options for a College-Age Patient with Vitiligo
June 6th 2024Dr Serrano, shares insights on the panel’s advice given to their patients with vitiligo who have achieved remission through treatment with ruxolitinib, while also addressing the challenges of navigating payer coverage for vitiligo treatments and strategies for dealing with coverage denials.
Expert Insights: Managing Segmental Vitiligo in a College-Age Male Patient
June 6th 2024Rocco Serrao, MD, FAAD, a board-certified dermatologist, discusses a case of vitiligo involving a 20-year-old male patient who presents with white patches on his face that have persisted for 6 weeks without any relevant chemical exposures, and emphasizes the importance of providing counseling and support to address the potential impact on the patient's self-esteem and confidence.