Dermatology

The AJMC® Dermatology compendium is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and expert insights for diseases related to the skin, hair, and nails.

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Crystal Aguh, MD, FAAD
Bridging Education Gaps in Treatment for Scarring Alopecia With Innovative Approaches

March 28th 2025

Crystal Aguh, MD, FAAD, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine faculty, highlights the critical need for comprehensive education on hair loss across diverse hair types, stressing the importance of understanding inflammatory pathways for developing targeted therapies.

Crystal Aguh, MD, FAAD
Dermatologists Advocating for Inclusive Hair Loss Research and Treatment in the African Diaspora

March 26th 2025

Elizabeth Jones, MD, FAAD
Strategies for Improving Patient Access to Dermatology Care

March 22nd 2025

Pediatric AD. | Image Credit: Evgeniya Primavera - stock.adobe.com
Addressing Financial Aid and Patient Independence as Part of Atopic Dermatitis Care

March 13th 2025

Inpatient dermatology. | Image Credit: Seventyfour - stock.adobe.com
Redesigning Inpatient Dermatology to Address Costs, Improve Access

February 20th 2025

Topical Therapies for the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis: Balancing Safety, Efficacy, and Access

Develop a deeper understanding of the atopic dermatitis (AD) patient journey, explore topical therapies and treatment sequencing advancements, and gain insight regarding the payer’s perspective on AD therapies.

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April 3rd 2025

Treatment Gaps in the Management of Generalized Pustular Psoriasis: Enhancing the Role of Managed Care

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April 3rd 2025

Advancing Patient Outcomes in Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Updates and Strategies for Managed Care

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April 22nd 2024

Patients With Actinic Keratosis Prefer Simulated Daylight PDT Over More Painful Red Light PDT

Skylar Jeremias
A recent study found that patients with actinic keratosis experienced more pain during red light photodynamic therapy (PDT) than simulated daylight PDT, emphasizing the need to understand patient experiences for better treatment decisions.
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April 16th 2024

Dr Monica Li Explains Efficacy, Safety Differences Between Different Microneedling Techniques

Pearl Steinzor Brooke McCormick
Monica Li, MD, medical and cosmetic dermatologist, explained the efficacy and safety differences between radiofrequency microneedling and traditional microneedling.
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April 11th 2024

Secukinumab Proves Successful in Treating Severe HS, Safety Persists at Week 52

Skylar Jeremias
In a recent study, secukinumab therapy demonstrated adequate safety and efficacy profiles, offering potential benefits for patients with severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) who found adalimumab intolerable.
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April 9th 2024

Dr Robert Sidbury on Implementing Value-Based Care Initiatives in a Pediatric Dermatology Practice

Pearl Steinzor Brooke McCormick
Robert Sidbury, MD, MPH, FAAD, division head of dermatology at Seattle Children's Hospital and professor of pediatrics at the University of Washington School of Medicine, discusses implementing value-based care initiatives in a pediatric dermatology practice.
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April 5th 2024

Delays in HS Diagnosis, Treatment Shed Light on Provider Education Gaps

Skylar Jeremias
Patients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) in Canada often wait long periods of time to receive an HS diagnosis and receive evidence-based therapy, highlighting the need for increased interdisciplinary education on HS management.
dr monica li
April 2nd 2024

Dr Monica Li Lists Microneedling Considerations, Precautions

Pearl Steinzor Brooke McCormick
Monica Li, MD, medical and cosmetic dermatologist, listed microneedling considerations and precautions so that providers can safely implement the procedure.
man's hands with atopic dermatitis | Image Credit: Ольга Тернавская - stock.adobe.com
March 20th 2024

Dupilumab Considered Safe, Effective Treatment for Adolescent, Adult Patients With AD

Brooke McCormick
These posters both used the GLOBOSTAD study, which demonstrated through patient and physician assessments that dupilumab is a safe and effective treatment for adolescent and adult patients with atopic dermatitis (AD).
little boy crying at school while group of students run away | Image Credit: Rido - stock.adobe.com
March 18th 2024

Patients With Vitiligo Suffer Heightened Stigma, Mental Health Risks

Brooke McCormick
Posters presented showed that patients with vitiligo have a heightened risk of stigma and subsequent mental health issues.
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March 17th 2024

AI Dermatology Mobile Apps Have Critical Efficacy, Safety Gaps, Review Says

Brooke McCormick
This scoping review discovered potential risks and critical gaps in the efficacy, safety, and transparency of current artificial intelligence (AI) dermatology mobile apps, emphasizing the need for regulatory intervention.
Shawn Kwatra, MD, dermatologist, John Hopkins University
March 15th 2024

Dr Shawn Kwatra Shares Efficacy, Safety Data of Nemolizumab in Patients With PN

Pearl Steinzor
Shawn Kwatra, MD, dermatologist, John Hopkins University, discusses late breaking study results on the long-term efficacy and safety of nemolizumab in patients with prurigo nodularis (PN).
Dr Laura Ferris Discusses Safety, Efficacy of JNJ-2113 in Patients with Plaque Psoriasis
March 15th 2024

Dr Laura Ferris Discusses Safety, Efficacy of JNJ-2113 in Patients With Plaque Psoriasis

Pearl Steinzor
Laura Ferris, MD, PhD, professor of dermatology, University of Pittsburgh, shares 16-week safety and efficacy data from the FRONTIER 2 clinical trial on JNJ-2113 for patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.
Martin Dahl, PhD, senior vice president, AnaptysBio
March 11th 2024

Dr Martin Dahl Discusses the Pathophysiology of AD and Benefits of ANB032

Pearl Steinzor
AnaptysBio's senior vice president of research, Martin Dahl, PhD, discusses therapeutic strategies and pathophysiological approaches to treating patients with atopic dermatitis (AD).
Jeff Stark, MD, vice president, head of medical immunology, UCB.
March 11th 2024

Dr Jeff Stark: Pain Reduction With Bimekizumab-bkzx in Patients With HS

Pearl Steinzor
Jeff Stark, MD, vice president and head of medical immunology, UCB, shares phase 3 study results of bimekizumab-bkzx given for up to 48 weeks in patients with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS).
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March 11th 2024

Late-Breaking Abstracts Highlight Promising Therapies in AD, Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Julia Bonavitacola
Experts at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting shared results of research into various topical and systemic therapies for atopic dermatitis (AD) and hidradenitis suppurativa during a late-breaking abstract session.
Hands with atopic dermatitis | Image credit: InfiniteStudio - stock.adobe.com
March 11th 2024

Biologic, Topical Therapies Both Effective in Treating AD in Skin of Color

Julia Bonavitacola
Presented posters showed that moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (AD) in skin of color can be treated with either biologic or topical therapies.
Jonathan Silverberg, MD, PhD, MPH, FAAD, professor of dermatology, director of clinical research and patch testing, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
March 10th 2024

Dr Jonathan Silverberg Discusses Findings on the Safety, Efficacy of Nemolizumab at 48 Weeks

Pearl Steinzor
In patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis, nemolizumab demonstrated good durability of response, explained Jonathan Silverberg, MD, PhD, MPH, FAAD, of George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
Woman with hidradenitis suppurativa under arm | Image credit: Lea - stock.adobe.com
March 10th 2024

Management of HS Requires Both Coordination, Communication Between Patients and Providers

Julia Bonavitacola
Treating pediatric and adult patients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) who are in socioeconomically underserved areas can be done through collaboration with the patient, their family, and other clinicians in the field.
Vitiligo in light skin | Image credit: shurkin_son - stock.adobe.com
March 10th 2024

Skin Tone Bias Persists in Google Searches for Vitiligo

Julia Bonavitacola
Pictures of darker skin with vitiligo make up more than three-quarters of Google searches for pictures of vitiligo, according to posters.
Monica Li, MD, University of British Columbia
March 10th 2024

Dr Monica Li Discusses Tailoring Microneedling Treatments to Meet Each Patient's Need

Pearl Steinzor
Monica Li, MD, medical and cosmetic dermatologist and clinical assistant professor, University of British Columbia, discusses how microneedling can address both aesthetic and medical dermatological needs across different skin types.
Robert Sidbury, MD, MPH, FAAD, professor of pediatrics, division head of dermatology, Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington School of Medicine
March 9th 2024

Dr Robert Sidbury: Understanding What Makes a Dermatology Practice Successful

Pearl Steinzor
Robert Sidbury, MD, MPH, FAAD, division head of dermatology at Seattle Children's Hospital and professor of pediatrics at the University of Washington School of Medicine, discusses what makes a dermatology practice successful and the challenges that come with running a practice.
Older adult with atopic dermatitis | Image credit: berna_namoglu - stock.adobe.com
March 9th 2024

Atopic Dermatitis in Adults: Challenges and Treatment Strategies

Julia Bonavitacola
A session held at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting 2024 highlighted the ways in which atopic dermatitis can be treated and addressed in adults and older adults.
Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, associate professor at the Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School, founder and director of the Center for Medical Dermatology and Immunology Research
March 8th 2024

Dr Raj Chovatiya Outlines Who Is a Good Candidate for Oral JAK Inhibitors

Pearl Steinzor
There are key factors to consider when selecting which patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) are suitable candidates for oral Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, explained Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, associate professor at the Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School and founder and director of the Center for Medical Dermatology and Immunology Research.
Man applying cream to rash | Image credit: Olga - stock.adobe.com
March 8th 2024

Ruxolitinib Reduces Extent, Severity of AD and Need for Other Treatments

Julia Bonavitacola
A physician-reported outcomes survey found that physicians switched to ruxolitinib cream due to lack of effectiveness with previous atopic dermatitis (AD) treatments, and an analysis of claims data revealed the cream reduced the need for other treatments.
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February 16th 2024

FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to Lifileucel, First Cellular Therapy for Advanced Melanoma

Rose McNulty
Lifileucel was granted approval for the treatment of adults with unresectable or metastatic melanoma that has been previously treated with other therapies, marking the first approval of a tumor-derived cellular therapy in a solid tumor cancer.
ICYMI: Highlights From Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference 2023
January 2nd 2024

ICYMI: Highlights From Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference 2023

Cameron Santoro
The 2023 Fall Clinical Dermatology conference featured research on treatments for alopecia areata, acne, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and vitiligo.
Top 5 Most-Read Dermatology Content of 2023
December 28th 2023

Top 5 Most-Read Dermatology Content of 2023

Cameron Santoro
The top 5 most-read dermatology content of 2023 included topics in melanoma, acne scarring, hidradenitis suppurativa, chronic kidney disease, hyperhidrosis, and infertility rates.
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December 27th 2023

Examining Skin Cancer Beliefs and Behaviors Among Hispanic People in Florida, Puerto Rico

Cameron Santoro
A study found Hispanic people in Tampa, Florida and Ponce, Puerto Rico are prone to sunburns but lack sun safety habits, putting them at higher risk for skin cancer.
FDA Approval Illustration | Image Credit: bakhtiarzein - stock.adobe.com
December 18th 2023

FDA Approves Tralokinumab for Adolescents With Atopic Dermatitis

Cameron Santoro
The human monoclonal antibody known as tralokinumab-ldrm was tested and approved as a safe, effective treatment for pediatric patients with atopic dermatitis aged 12 to 17 years old.
ICYMI: Highlights From AAD 2023
December 18th 2023

ICYMI: Highlights From AAD 2023

Cameron Santoro
The 2023 coverage of the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) included FDA approvals, new treatment methods, patient advocacy, and more.
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December 15th 2023

What We’re Reading: Inflation Penalties; Melanoma Vaccine; Respiratory Vaccine Coverage

AJMC Staff
A vaccine is showing promising results in treating melanoma; the Biden administration will implement inflation penalties on dozens of drugmakers to reduce out-of-pocket costs for Medicare recipients; the CDC issued an alert urging health care providers to increase immunization coverage for influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
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