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From Disease Biology to Individualized Management: Where Is Psoriasis Care Headed?
10/19/2026
This Q&A explores what individualized psoriasis management means today, how evolving insights into disease heterogeneity may inform care, and the opportunities and current limitations of biomarkers and precision approaches to treatment...
This Q&A explores what individualized psoriasis management means today, how evolving insights into disease heterogeneity may inform care, and the opportunities and current limitations of biomarkers and precision approaches to treatment...
This Q&A explores what...
10/19/2026
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Infographic
TYK2 in the Psoriasis Inflammatory Network: Beyond IL-23
10/19/2026
This infographic illustrates how TYK2 participates in intracellular signaling downstream of multiple cytokines—including IL-23, IL-12, and type I interferons—and places these pathways within the broader psoriasis inflammatory network.
This infographic illustrates how TYK2 participates in intracellular signaling downstream of multiple cytokines—including IL-23, IL-12, and type I interferons—and places these pathways within the broader psoriasis inflammatory network.
This infographic illustrates how...
10/19/2026
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Special Article
Understanding TYK2: An Intracellular Signaling Hub in Psoriasis
10/19/2026
Explore where TYK2 fits within intracellular cytokine signaling, how it participates in JAK-STAT signaling, and its role in selected immune pathways relevant to psoriasis biology.
Explore where TYK2 fits within intracellular cytokine signaling, how it participates in JAK-STAT signaling, and its role in selected immune pathways relevant to psoriasis biology.
Explore where TYK2 fits within...
10/19/2026
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Special Article
Beyond a Single Pathway: Challenging Simplified Views of Psoriasis Biology
10/19/2026
Through 3 focused questions, explore how the IL-23/IL-17 axis fits within the broader inflammatory network, how keratinocytes participate in reciprocal inflammatory signaling, and what biological heterogeneity may mean for individualized...
Through 3 focused questions, explore how the IL-23/IL-17 axis fits within the broader inflammatory network, how keratinocytes participate in reciprocal inflammatory signaling, and what biological heterogeneity may mean for individualized...
Through 3 focused questions,...
10/19/2026
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Infographic
Mapping the Inflammatory Network in Psoriasis
10/19/2026
This infographic maps key interactions among immune cells, inflammatory mediators, and keratinocytes, illustrating the central role of the IL-23/IL-17 axis within a broader, interconnected network that can amplify and sustain psoriatic...
This infographic maps key interactions among immune cells, inflammatory mediators, and keratinocytes, illustrating the central role of the IL-23/IL-17 axis within a broader, interconnected network that can amplify and sustain psoriatic...
This infographic maps key...
10/19/2026
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Special Article
Why Psoriasis Is Not the Same Disease in Every Patient
10/19/2026
Examine the clinical and biological heterogeneity of psoriasis and how differences in inflammatory activity, genetic susceptibility, and tissue-level biology may contribute to variability in disease presentation, course, and treatment...
Examine the clinical and biological heterogeneity of psoriasis and how differences in inflammatory activity, genetic susceptibility, and tissue-level biology may contribute to variability in disease presentation, course, and treatment...
Examine the clinical and...
10/19/2026
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Special Article
When “Clear” Isn't the Whole Story: Rethinking Unmet Need in Psoriasis
10/19/2026
This Q&A examines where unmet need can remain despite advances in psoriasis treatment, including residual symptoms, high-impact disease, comorbidities, and differences between clinical response and the patient’s experience of disease control.
This Q&A examines where unmet need can remain despite advances in psoriasis treatment, including residual symptoms, high-impact disease, comorbidities, and differences between clinical response and the patient’s experience of disease control.
This Q&A examines where unmet...
10/19/2026
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Infographic
The Hidden Burden of Psoriasis: What Clinical Measures May Miss
10/19/2026
This infographic highlights aspects of psoriasis burden that may not be fully captured by traditional measures of disease severity, including symptoms, high-impact sites, quality of life, and effects on daily functioning.
This infographic highlights aspects of psoriasis burden that may not be fully captured by traditional measures of disease severity, including symptoms, high-impact sites, quality of life, and effects on daily functioning.
This infographic highlights...
10/19/2026
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Special Article
Beyond Skin Clearance: What Does Treatment Success Mean in Psoriasis Today?
10/19/2026
Explore why skin clearance remains an important treatment goal while symptoms, quality of life, high-impact disease locations, and patient priorities can provide a more complete picture of treatment success.
Explore why skin clearance remains an important treatment goal while symptoms, quality of life, high-impact disease locations, and patient priorities can provide a more complete picture of treatment success.
Explore why skin clearance...
10/19/2026
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Videos
Image-Guided SRT for Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
10/16/2026
David Goldberg, MD, JD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr David Goldberg discusses how high-resolution ultrasound guidance is improving superficial radiation therapy for nonmelanoma skin cancers.
Dr David Goldberg discusses how high-resolution ultrasound guidance is improving superficial radiation therapy for nonmelanoma skin cancers.
Dr David Goldberg discusses how...
10/16/2026
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Dr Martina Porter
Videos
Expert Insights: Povorcitinib for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
10/15/2026
Martina Porter, MD; Jessica Garlewicz
Povorcitinib improved HiSCR50 responses in moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa, with higher dosing potentially benefiting patients with more severe disease and a generally favorable safety profile through 54 weeks.
Povorcitinib improved HiSCR50 responses in moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa, with higher dosing potentially benefiting patients with more severe disease and a generally favorable safety profile through 54 weeks.
Povorcitinib improved HiSCR50...
10/15/2026
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From The Issue

Derm Dx
What Caused This Hyperpigmentation?
10/02/2026
Lanah Almatroud, BA; Rania Djemil, BS; Amor Khachemoune, MD, FAAD, FACMS
A 75-year-old male veteran, living in a trailer, sought dermatologic evaluation for new skin lesions appearing on his face and neck.
A 75-year-old male veteran, living in a trailer, sought dermatologic evaluation for new skin lesions appearing on his face and neck.
A 75-year-old male veteran,...
10/02/2026
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Clinical Tips
Handling Unrealistic Cosmetic Expectations
10/02/2026
Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC; Ronald Vender, MD, FRCPC; Susan Poelman, MD, FRCPC
Keep these tips in mind for your next appointment!
Keep these tips in mind for your next appointment!
Keep these tips in mind for your...
10/02/2026
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Cover Story
The Industry Dermatologist: Building a Career at the Intersection of Science, Innovation, and Patient Care
10/02/2026
Ayman Grada, MD, MHA; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Ayman Grada shares his perspective on how dermatologists can bring clinical insight and scientific expertise to biopharma while keeping patient care at the center of their work.
Dr Ayman Grada shares his perspective on how dermatologists can bring clinical insight and scientific expertise to biopharma while keeping patient care at the center of their work.
Dr Ayman Grada shares his...
10/02/2026
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Cover Story
Dermatology in the Digital Age: How Technology Is Transforming Clinical Practice
09/03/2026
Daniel M. Siegel, MD, MS, FAAD, FACMS; Riya Gandhi, MA
How can clinicians harness emerging technologies to improve efficiency and patient care while navigating the challenges of privacy, regulation, medicolegal risk, and information overload?
How can clinicians harness emerging technologies to improve efficiency and patient care while navigating the challenges of privacy, regulation, medicolegal risk, and information overload?
How can clinicians harness...
09/03/2026
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Feature Story
The Eye-Skin Connection: Ocular Red Flags Every Dermatologist Should Know
09/03/2026
Jennifer Cao, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
From uveitis and ocular cicatricial pemphigoid to SJS/TEN and hydroxychloroquine toxicity, learn what to recognize to help prevent irreversible vision loss through timely referral and multidisciplinary care.
From uveitis and ocular cicatricial pemphigoid to SJS/TEN and hydroxychloroquine toxicity, learn what to recognize to help prevent irreversible vision loss through timely referral and multidisciplinary care.
From uveitis and ocular...
09/03/2026
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Derm Dx
What Is the Cause of This Color Change on the Neck?
09/03/2026
Sümeyye Aktaş, MD; Mehmet Ali Demirci, MD; Amor Khachemoune, MD, FAAD, FACMS
A 60-year-old woman presented with a several-year history of progressive color change on the neck.
A 60-year-old woman presented with a several-year history of progressive color change on the neck.
A 60-year-old woman presented...
09/03/2026
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Clinical Tips
The “Ear Clue” for Seborrheic Dermatitis
09/03/2026
Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC
Keep these tips in mind for your next appointment!
Keep these tips in mind for your next appointment!
Keep these tips in mind for your...
09/03/2026
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Feature Story
Special Delivery of Topical Interest: Understanding Vehicle Formulation for Nonsteroidal Prescription Eczema Creams
08/04/2026
Julia Ross, MD; Noah A. Levit, MD, PhD, FAAD
This article examines the evolving landscape of nonsteroidal topical therapies for atopic dermatitis and chronic hand eczema, with a specific focus on how vehicle formulation and excipient selection may influence clinical performance beyond...
This article examines the evolving landscape of nonsteroidal topical therapies for atopic dermatitis and chronic hand eczema, with a specific focus on how vehicle formulation and excipient selection may influence clinical performance beyond...
This article examines the...
08/04/2026
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Derm Dx
What Are These Pigmented, Pedunculated Lesions?
08/04/2026
Tanya Henry, MD; Amor Khachemoune, MD, FAAD, FACMS
A 60-year-old African American woman presented to the clinic with multiple hyperpigmented, raised papules distributed across the face and neck.
A 60-year-old African American woman presented to the clinic with multiple hyperpigmented, raised papules distributed across the face and neck.
A 60-year-old African American...
08/04/2026
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Clinical Tips
Engaging Your Patients and Your Team
08/04/2026
Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC
Keep these tips in mind for your next appointment!
Keep these tips in mind for your next appointment!
Keep these tips in mind for your...
08/04/2026
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Multimedia

Goldberg
Videos
Image-Guided SRT for Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
10/16/2026
David Goldberg, MD, JD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr David Goldberg discusses how high-resolution ultrasound guidance is improving superficial radiation therapy for nonmelanoma skin cancers.
Dr David Goldberg discusses how high-resolution ultrasound guidance is improving superficial radiation therapy for nonmelanoma skin cancers.
Dr David Goldberg discusses how...
10/16/2026
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Dr Martina Porter
Videos
Expert Insights: Povorcitinib for Hidradenitis Suppurativa
10/15/2026
Martina Porter, MD; Jessica Garlewicz
Povorcitinib improved HiSCR50 responses in moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa, with higher dosing potentially benefiting patients with more severe disease and a generally favorable safety profile through 54 weeks.
Povorcitinib improved HiSCR50 responses in moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa, with higher dosing potentially benefiting patients with more severe disease and a generally favorable safety profile through 54 weeks.
Povorcitinib improved HiSCR50...
10/15/2026
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Dr Lisa Swanson
Videos
Biologic Decision-Making for Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis
10/15/2026
Jessica Garlewicz; Elizabeth Swanson, MD
Individualized management of moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis should consider overall disease burden, patient-specific factors and preferences, and clear treatment expectations to guide systemic therapy selection and support adherence.
Individualized management of moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis should consider overall disease burden, patient-specific factors and preferences, and clear treatment expectations to guide systemic therapy selection and support adherence.
Individualized management of...
10/15/2026
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Dr Raj Chovatiya
Videos
Optimizing Biologic Treatment Decisions in Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis
10/15/2026
Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD; Jessica Garlewicz
Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, emphasizes individualized biologic selection, shared decision-making, and adequate treatment optimization before switching therapies in patients with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis.
Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, emphasizes individualized biologic selection, shared decision-making, and adequate treatment optimization before switching therapies in patients with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis.
Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD,...
10/15/2026
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Videos
Targeting Type 2 Inflammation in Eczema, Prurigo Nodularis, and Urticaria
10/01/2026
Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Jeffrey Cohen discusses how IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 drive inflammation and itch across eczema, prurigo nodularis, and chronic urticaria.
Dr Jeffrey Cohen discusses how IL-4, IL-13, and IL-31 drive inflammation and itch across eczema, prurigo nodularis, and chronic urticaria.
Dr Jeffrey Cohen discusses how...
10/01/2026
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Goldberg
Videos
Prolactin Receptor Inhibition for Hair Loss: A New Frontier in Hair Regrowth
09/28/2026
David Goldberg, MD, JD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr David Goldberg discusses emerging prolactin receptor–targeted therapies for androgenetic alopecia and other hair disorders.
Dr David Goldberg discusses emerging prolactin receptor–targeted therapies for androgenetic alopecia and other hair disorders.
Dr David Goldberg discusses...
09/28/2026
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Bloom
Videos
Biostimulatory Fillers in Facial Rejuvenation
09/28/2026
Jason Bloom, MD, FACS; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Jason Bloom discusses the evolution of facial rejuvenation from line-filling to comprehensive facial balancing through volumization and biostimulation.
Dr Jason Bloom discusses the evolution of facial rejuvenation from line-filling to comprehensive facial balancing through volumization and biostimulation.
Dr Jason Bloom discusses the...
09/28/2026
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Doris Day
Videos
Facial Fillers: Holistic Rejuvenation, Facial Balancing, and Natural Results
09/28/2026
Doris Day, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Doris Day discusses why facial fillers continue to grow in popularity by shifting beyond simple volumization toward holistic facial balancing and longevity-focused rejuvenation.
Dr Doris Day discusses why facial fillers continue to grow in popularity by shifting beyond simple volumization toward holistic facial balancing and longevity-focused rejuvenation.
Dr Doris Day discusses why...
09/28/2026
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Helen He
Videos
Inflammaging and Cellular Senescence: Emerging Strategies for Skin Longevity
09/28/2026
Helen He, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Helen He discusses how cellular senescence and inflammaging work together to accelerate intrinsic and extrinsic skin aging.
Dr Helen He discusses how cellular senescence and inflammaging work together to accelerate intrinsic and extrinsic skin aging.
Dr Helen He discusses how...
09/28/2026
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Helen He
Videos
The Science of Skin Aging: Cellular Mechanisms and Targeted Longevity Strategies
09/28/2026
Dr Helen He explores the molecular drivers of skin aging, including cellular senescence, chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, skin barrier dysfunction, and impaired DNA repair.
Dr Helen He explores the molecular drivers of skin aging, including cellular senescence, chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, skin barrier dysfunction, and impaired DNA repair.
Dr Helen He explores the...
09/28/2026
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Partner Reviewed

NRS Approved Features
Perimenopause May Mark Rosacea’s Onset or Worsening
10/02/2026
Eden Robins
Hormonal fluctuations, hot flashes, and skin barrier changes during this stage of life may trigger rosacea onset or worsen existing symptoms.
Hormonal fluctuations, hot flashes, and skin barrier changes during this stage of life may trigger rosacea onset or worsen existing symptoms.
Hormonal fluctuations, hot...
10/02/2026
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NEA Approved Features
The State of AD: Why We Are Building the First Indicator Report of Its Kind
10/02/2026
Coleen Stern, MA
In this 2-part series, the National Eczema Association outlines its comprehensive State of AD Indicator Report, providing a foundation for targeted action nationwide.
In this 2-part series, the National Eczema Association outlines its comprehensive State of AD Indicator Report, providing a foundation for targeted action nationwide.
In this 2-part series, the...
10/02/2026
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NRS Approved Features
Gabapentin May Help Patients With Neurogenic Rosacea
08/04/2026
Andrew Huff
This disease subtype is often difficult to treat, with patients reporting minimal or no improvement in signs and symptoms with standard therapies.
This disease subtype is often difficult to treat, with patients reporting minimal or no improvement in signs and symptoms with standard therapies.
This disease subtype is often...
08/04/2026
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NEA Approved Features
Closing Gaps in Eczema Research
06/08/2026
Coleen Stern, MA
New research will explore key aspects of eczema, from the science and genetics behind inflammation to advanced screening and patient-reported outcomes.
New research will explore key aspects of eczema, from the science and genetics behind inflammation to advanced screening and patient-reported outcomes.
New research will explore key...
06/08/2026
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NRS Approved Features
Artificial Intelligence for Rosacea Diagnosis Shows Both Promise and Shortcomings
04/06/2026
Eden Robins
Recent studies point to the potential of using artificial intelligence models to diagnose dermatologic conditions while noting that the current state of these tools may lead to misdiagnosis, inaccurate information, and inaccessible language.
Recent studies point to the potential of using artificial intelligence models to diagnose dermatologic conditions while noting that the current state of these tools may lead to misdiagnosis, inaccurate information, and inaccessible language.
Recent studies point to the...
04/06/2026
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NEA Approved Features
Supporting the Transition to Self-Managed Care in Adolescents and Young Adults With Atopic Dermatitis
03/09/2026
Allison Loiselle, PhD; Jessica Garlewicz
The National Eczema Association offers practical guidance on assessing transition readiness and empowering adolescents and young adults as they move toward independent atopic dermatitis care.
The National Eczema Association offers practical guidance on assessing transition readiness and empowering adolescents and young adults as they move toward independent atopic dermatitis care.
The National Eczema Association...
03/09/2026
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NRS Approved Features
Do Fungi Play a Role in Rosacea?
01/30/2026
Andrew Huff
Imbalances in the mycobiome may contribute to the development of this chronic skin condition.
Imbalances in the mycobiome may contribute to the development of this chronic skin condition.
Imbalances in the mycobiome may...
01/30/2026
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NPF Endorsed Features
Position Statement: Routine TB Testing for IL-17 and IL-23 Inhibitors
01/30/2026
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
A new NPF Medical Board/International Psoriasis Council joint position statement concludes that routine latent tuberculosis infection testing is unnecessary for patients with psoriasis who are taking IL-17 or IL-23 inhibitors.
A new NPF Medical Board/International Psoriasis Council joint position statement concludes that routine latent tuberculosis infection testing is unnecessary for patients with psoriasis who are taking IL-17 or IL-23 inhibitors.
A new NPF Medical...
01/30/2026
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NAAF-Reviewed Content
Managing Alopecia Areata With JAK Inhibitors: Timing, Response, and Long-Term Strategy
01/30/2026
Brett A. King, MD, PhD
As JAK inhibitors reshape the treatment landscape for alopecia areata, clinicians face new questions about when to initiate treatment, therapeutic expectations, and management over time.
As JAK inhibitors reshape the treatment landscape for alopecia areata, clinicians face new questions about when to initiate treatment, therapeutic expectations, and management over time.
As JAK inhibitors reshape the...
01/30/2026
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NEA Approved Features
Patient Self-Monitoring and Shared Decision-Making in Atopic Dermatitis
12/09/2025
Jessica Garlewicz
As eczema care continues to progress toward different treat-to-target and other shared treatment goals with patients, self-monitoring can be integral to support this evolving care framework.
As eczema care continues to progress toward different treat-to-target and other shared treatment goals with patients, self-monitoring can be integral to support this evolving care framework.
As eczema care continues to...
12/09/2025
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News and FDA Alerts

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News
Behenic Acid and Ceramide Creams Accelerate Skin Barrier Recovery
10/13/2026
Coleen Stern, MA
Creams containing behenic acid (BA) or ceramide (CER) accelerated recovery of experimentally damaged skin, suggesting that both lipid components may support topical formulations designed to restore barrier function.
Creams containing behenic acid (BA) or ceramide (CER) accelerated recovery of experimentally damaged skin, suggesting that both lipid components may support topical formulations designed to restore barrier function.
Creams containing behenic acid...
10/13/2026
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FDA Alerts
FDA Approves Rhapsido as First Treatment for Symptomatic Dermographism in Adults
10/08/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
On October 7, 2026, the US Food and Drug Administration approved remibrutinib, an oral, highly selective Bruton’s tyrosine kinase inhibitor, as the first treatment for adults with symptomatic dermographism inadequately controlled by H1...
On October 7, 2026, the US Food and Drug Administration approved remibrutinib, an oral, highly selective Bruton’s tyrosine kinase inhibitor, as the first treatment for adults with symptomatic dermographism inadequately controlled by H1...
On October 7, 2026, the US Food...
10/08/2026
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News
Pediatric Psoriasis Review Highlights Diagnostic Challenges, Expanding Role of Biologics
10/07/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Pediatric psoriasis can substantially affect quality of life and contribute to cumulative life course impairment, but evidence guiding its management remains limited compared with adult disease.
Pediatric psoriasis can substantially affect quality of life and contribute to cumulative life course impairment, but evidence guiding its management remains limited compared with adult disease.
Pediatric psoriasis can...
10/07/2026
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News
Psoriasis Reframed as Systemic Disease With Metabolic and Hepatic Implications
10/07/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Psoriasis should be recognized as a systemic inflammatory disease requiring management beyond cutaneous symptoms.
Psoriasis should be recognized as a systemic inflammatory disease requiring management beyond cutaneous symptoms.
Psoriasis should be recognized...
10/07/2026
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News
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists Linked to Lower Mortality, Cardiovascular Risk in Patients With Psoriasis
10/07/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist treatment was associated with lower all-cause mortality and reduced cardiovascular and psychiatric comorbidity risks among patients with psoriasis and obesity or diabetes.
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist treatment was associated with lower all-cause mortality and reduced cardiovascular and psychiatric comorbidity risks among patients with psoriasis and obesity or diabetes.
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor...
10/07/2026
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News
Microbial Dysbiosis May Shape Psoriasis Pathogenesis Through the Gut-Skin Axis
10/07/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A review suggests microbial dysbiosis may link genetic, immune, and environmental factors in psoriasis, with implications for personalized treatment.
A review suggests microbial dysbiosis may link genetic, immune, and environmental factors in psoriasis, with implications for personalized treatment.
A review suggests microbial...
10/07/2026
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News
Anatomy-Driven Model Aims to Prevent GLP-1 RA–Associated Facial Aging
10/01/2026
Coleen Stern, MA
Researchers propose an anatomy-driven framework for identifying patients at risk for rapid, region-specific facial volume loss and intervening before visible facial aging progresses.
Researchers propose an anatomy-driven framework for identifying patients at risk for rapid, region-specific facial volume loss and intervening before visible facial aging progresses.
Researchers propose an...
10/01/2026
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News
Review Reframes Skin Barrier as an Integrated Defense System
09/30/2026
Coleen Stern, MA
The skin barrier functions as an interconnected physical, chemical, immune, and microbial defense system rather than a single structural layer.
The skin barrier functions as an interconnected physical, chemical, immune, and microbial defense system rather than a single structural layer.
The skin barrier functions as an...
09/30/2026
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Alopecia
FDA Alerts
FDA Approves Baricitinib for Adolescents With Severe Alopecia Areata
09/28/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
FDA has expanded the indication for baricitinib (Olumiant) to include adolescents aged 12 years and older with severe alopecia areata, based on results from the Phase 3 BRAVE-AA-PEDS trial.
FDA has expanded the indication for baricitinib (Olumiant) to include adolescents aged 12 years and older with severe alopecia areata, based on results from the Phase 3 BRAVE-AA-PEDS trial.
FDA has expanded the indication...
09/28/2026
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News
Poor Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Health Linked to Psoriasis Risk, Reduced Life Expectancy
09/03/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Poor cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic health was associated with an increased risk of developing psoriasis.
Poor cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic health was associated with an increased risk of developing psoriasis.
Poor...
09/03/2026
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Quizzes and Polls

AD
Quiz
Precision Therapeutic Selection Across Type 2 Inflammatory Skin Diseases
10/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Evaluate your clinical approach to selecting targeted therapies across multiple type 2 inflammatory skin diseases by integrating disease biology, symptom burden, and treatment sequencing.
Evaluate your clinical approach to selecting targeted therapies across multiple type 2 inflammatory skin diseases by integrating disease biology, symptom burden, and treatment sequencing.
Evaluate your clinical approach...
10/15/2026
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Quiz
Quiz: Efficacy Findings for Povorcitinib in the Phase 3 STOP-HS1 and STOP-HS2 Trials
10/01/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Which of the following best describes the week 12 efficacy findings for povorcitinib in the phase 3 STOP-HS1 and STOP-HS2 trials in patients with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa?
Which of the following best describes the week 12 efficacy findings for povorcitinib in the phase 3 STOP-HS1 and STOP-HS2 trials in patients with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa?
Which of the following best...
10/01/2026
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itch
Quiz
Clinical Implications of Type 2 Inflammation in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
09/21/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Evaluate your understanding of disease fluctuation, neuroimmune signaling, cytokine biology, and targeted therapeutic strategies in chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Evaluate your understanding of disease fluctuation, neuroimmune signaling, cytokine biology, and targeted therapeutic strategies in chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Evaluate your understanding of...
09/21/2026
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Quiz
Understanding Type 2 Inflammatory Mechanisms in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
09/14/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your understanding of cytokine signaling, mast cell biology, neuroimmune interactions, and the mechanisms that drive chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Test your understanding of cytokine signaling, mast cell biology, neuroimmune interactions, and the mechanisms that drive chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Test your understanding of...
09/14/2026
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AD
Quiz
Pediatric AD Quiz: Biologic Therapy Challenges in Children
08/10/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Assess your understanding of biologic therapy in pediatric atopic dermatitis with this expert quiz. Explore practical barriers to treatment, considerations for young children and caregivers, and real-world factors that influence successful...
Assess your understanding of biologic therapy in pediatric atopic dermatitis with this expert quiz. Explore practical barriers to treatment, considerations for young children and caregivers, and real-world factors that influence successful...
Assess your understanding of...
08/10/2026
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AD
Quiz
Pediatric AD Quiz: When to Escalate to Systemic Therapy
08/10/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your knowledge of treatment escalation in pediatric atopic dermatitis. This clinical quiz explores when topical therapy is no longer sufficient and when to initiate systemic treatment in children.
Test your knowledge of treatment escalation in pediatric atopic dermatitis. This clinical quiz explores when topical therapy is no longer sufficient and when to initiate systemic treatment in children.
Test your knowledge of treatment...
08/10/2026
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Quiz
Type 2 Endotypes and Therapeutic Strategy in Prurigo Nodularis
06/25/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Assess advanced concepts in type 2 inflammatory endotypes, shared therapeutic pathways, and practical treatment approaches in prurigo nodularis.
Assess advanced concepts in type 2 inflammatory endotypes, shared therapeutic pathways, and practical treatment approaches in prurigo nodularis.
Assess advanced concepts in type...
06/25/2026
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itch
Quiz
Fibrosis and Persistent Itch in Prurigo Nodularis
06/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your clinical understanding of fibrotic remodeling and the mechanisms underlying persistent itch and chronic disease activity in prurigo nodularis.
Test your clinical understanding of fibrotic remodeling and the mechanisms underlying persistent itch and chronic disease activity in prurigo nodularis.
Test your clinical understanding...
06/15/2026
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Quiz
Neuroimmune Mechanisms and Cytokine Signaling in Prurigo Nodularis
06/05/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Explore advanced concepts in neuroimmune communication, cytokine-driven itch amplification, and fibrotic signaling pathways involved in prurigo nodularis.
Explore advanced concepts in neuroimmune communication, cytokine-driven itch amplification, and fibrotic signaling pathways involved in prurigo nodularis.
Explore advanced concepts in...
06/05/2026
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Quiz
Predicting Disease Severity and Persistence in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
04/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your expertise in identifying risk factors for persistent pediatric atopic dermatitis and understanding the interplay between barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation.
Test your expertise in identifying risk factors for persistent pediatric atopic dermatitis and understanding the interplay between barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation.
Test your expertise in...
04/15/2026
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Professional Development

Dr Adam Friedman
Podcasts
The Real Derm: Episode 5, Diving Deep Into the DermPath Pathway: A Candidate's Perspective
07/10/2025
Adam Friedman, MD
Climbing the mountain to get to dermatology residency is bone breaking enough, but what about the next apex, even more specialized training such as a Dermatopathology Fellowship?
Climbing the mountain to get to dermatology residency is bone breaking enough, but what about the next apex, even more specialized training such as a Dermatopathology Fellowship?
Climbing the mountain to get to...
07/10/2025
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Dr. Adam Friedman and Jaya Manjunath
Podcasts
The Elderderm: Episode 4, Combatting Barriers to Care For Elder Patients
10/16/2024
Adam Friedman, MD
Collaboration and consideration are key to a successful medical intervention.
Collaboration and consideration are key to a successful medical intervention.
Collaboration and consideration...
10/16/2024
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The ElderDerm: Episode 3, Shared- Decision Making
Podcasts
The ElderDerm: Episode 3, Shared-Decision Making
05/16/2024
Adam Friedman, MD; Jaya Manjunath
In our next segment of the ElderDerm Podcast, listen to co-hosts Dr Adam Friedman and Jaya Manjunath discuss what shared decision-making is, and why it is important in dermatology.
In our next segment of the ElderDerm Podcast, listen to co-hosts Dr Adam Friedman and Jaya Manjunath discuss what shared decision-making is, and why it is important in dermatology.
In our next segment of the...
05/16/2024
The Dermatologist
Aging and Geriatric Evaluation in Dermatology
Podcasts
The ElderDerm: Episode 2, Aging and Geriatric Evaluation in Dermatology
04/22/2024
Adam Friedman, MD; Jaya Manjunath
In this episode of the ElderDerm Podcast, co-hosts Dr Adam Friedman and Jaya Manjunath discuss the Aging and Geriatric Evaluation in Dermatology (AGED) workgroup.
In this episode of the ElderDerm Podcast, co-hosts Dr Adam Friedman and Jaya Manjunath discuss the Aging and Geriatric Evaluation in Dermatology (AGED) workgroup.
In this episode of the ElderDerm...
04/22/2024
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ElderDerm
Podcasts
The ElderDerm: Episode 1, Geriatric Dermatology
01/29/2024
Jaya Manjunath; Adam Friedman, MD
Listen to the first ElderDerm Podcast, where co-hosts Dr Adam Friedman and Jaya Manjunath discuss what is geriatric dermatology, and why there is a need for this area in training.
Listen to the first ElderDerm Podcast, where co-hosts Dr Adam Friedman and Jaya Manjunath discuss what is geriatric dermatology, and why there is a need for this area in training.
Listen to the first ElderDerm...
01/29/2024
The Dermatologist
Dr Adam Friedman
Podcasts
The Real Derm: Episode 4, Residency Insights
09/26/2023
Adam Friedman, MD; Adam Rosenfeld; Alexis Carrington
"The Real Derm: Residency Unplugged" is a podcast looking at advanced dermatology residency and clinical insights. 
"The Real Derm: Residency Unplugged" is a podcast looking at advanced dermatology residency and clinical insights. 
"The Real Derm: Residency...
09/26/2023
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Conference Preview
Conference Preview: Dermatology Week Fall 2023
08/16/2023
Riya Gandhi, MA
Experience the cutting-edge world of dermatology at the much-anticipated Dermatology Week 2023!
Experience the cutting-edge world of dermatology at the much-anticipated Dermatology Week 2023!
Experience the cutting-edge...
08/16/2023
The Dermatologist
Real Derm: Dr Adam Friedman
Podcasts
The Real Derm: Episode 3, Maneuvering Conferences
05/11/2022
Adam Friedman, MD
In this episode, Dr Adam Friedman interviews "The Real Derm" podcast stars, Dr Kamaria Nelson and Dr Emily Murphy on attending conferences.
In this episode, Dr Adam Friedman interviews "The Real Derm" podcast stars, Dr Kamaria Nelson and Dr Emily Murphy on attending conferences.
In this episode, Dr Adam...
05/11/2022
The Dermatologist
atopic dermatitis (AD) Rash
Conference Coverage
Exploring the Impact of Itch on Patients and Caregivers
04/19/2022
Riya Gandhi, MA
Wendy Smith-Begolka, MD, kicked off her session at the 4th Annual Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis Conference.
Wendy Smith-Begolka, MD, kicked off her session at the 4th Annual Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis Conference.
Wendy Smith-Begolka, MD, kicked...
04/19/2022
The Dermatologist
atopic dermatitis rash
Conference Insider
Recap of the 4th Annual Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis Conference
04/13/2022
Jessica Garlewicz
The 4th Annual Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis (RAD) Conference took place virtually and in-person on April 9–11, 2022, in Baltimore, MD.
The 4th Annual Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis (RAD) Conference took place virtually and in-person on April 9–11, 2022, in Baltimore, MD.
The 4th Annual Revolutionizing...
04/13/2022
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Conference Coverage

Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD
Conference Coverage
Individualizing Biologic Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis
10/09/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Ahead of his session at the 2026 Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference, Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, discussed key considerations for individualizing biologic therapy in moderate-to-severe AD.
Ahead of his session at the 2026 Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference, Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, discussed key considerations for individualizing biologic therapy in moderate-to-severe AD.
Ahead of his session at the 2026...
10/09/2026
The Dermatologist
Lisa Swanson
Conference Coverage
Expert Insights: Biologic Decision-Making for Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis
10/09/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Prior to the 2026 Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference, Lisa Swanson, MD, emphasized that decisions to escalate treatment for moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis should consider both clinical disease severity and the patient’s experience.
Prior to the 2026 Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference, Lisa Swanson, MD, emphasized that decisions to escalate treatment for moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis should consider both clinical disease severity and the patient’s experience.
Prior to the 2026 Fall Clinical...
10/09/2026
The Dermatologist
Lain
Videos
Rosacea and Gut Health: Exploring the Gut-Skin Connection
05/27/2026
Ted Lain, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Ted Lain discusses the emerging role of gut health in rosacea, including the link between small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and treatment-resistant disease.
Dr Ted Lain discusses the emerging role of gut health in rosacea, including the link between small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and treatment-resistant disease.
Dr Ted Lain discusses the...
05/27/2026
The Dermatologist
Baldwin
Videos
The Skin Microbiome: Dermatologic Insights
05/22/2026
Hilary E. Baldwin, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Hilary Baldwin discusses how evolving insights into the skin microbiome are reshaping the understanding of acne, eczema, rosacea, and other inflammatory skin diseases.
Dr Hilary Baldwin discusses how evolving insights into the skin microbiome are reshaping the understanding of acne, eczema, rosacea, and other inflammatory skin diseases.
Dr Hilary Baldwin discusses how...
05/22/2026
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clark
Videos
Insights Into Energy-Based Devices
05/22/2026
Patrick J. Clark, PhD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Patrick Clark, PhD, CMLSO, reviews the foundational principles behind safe and effective use of energy-based devices in dermatology, including wavelength, pulse duration, power, spot size, and target chromophore selection.
Patrick Clark, PhD, CMLSO, reviews the foundational principles behind safe and effective use of energy-based devices in dermatology, including wavelength, pulse duration, power, spot size, and target chromophore selection.
Patrick Clark, PhD, CMLSO,...
05/22/2026
The Dermatologist
Mesinkovska
Videos
Metformin, GLP-1 Agonists, and Skin Longevity: Emerging Dermatologic Insights
05/20/2026
Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska, MD, PhD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska explores how metformin and GLP-1 receptor agonists may influence skin aging, pigmentation, wound healing, and longevity pathways.
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska explores how metformin and GLP-1 receptor agonists may influence skin aging, pigmentation, wound healing, and longevity pathways.
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska explores...
05/20/2026
The Dermatologist
Kaufmann
Conference Coverage
Buy-and-Bill Model May Improve Access and Practice Control in Dermatology
05/20/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The buy-and-bill reimbursement model may provide dermatology practices with greater control over treatment delivery, faster patient access to therapy, and potential operational advantages.
The buy-and-bill reimbursement model may provide dermatology practices with greater control over treatment delivery, faster patient access to therapy, and potential operational advantages.
The buy-and-bill reimbursement...
05/20/2026
The Dermatologist
Shamban
Conference Coverage
Operational Flexibility and Layered Care Strategies Drive Practice Resilience in Dermatology
05/20/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Scalable systems, proactive patient engagement, and integrated treatment strategies may strengthen both clinical outcomes and operational resilience in dermatology practices.
Scalable systems, proactive patient engagement, and integrated treatment strategies may strengthen both clinical outcomes and operational resilience in dermatology practices.
Scalable systems, proactive...
05/20/2026
The Dermatologist
Marmur
Conference Coverage
Strategic Planning and Team Alignment Are Central to Successful Practice Sales
05/20/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Selling a dermatology practice requires long-term planning, financial analysis, and careful alignment between physicians, staff, and investors.
Selling a dermatology practice requires long-term planning, financial analysis, and careful alignment between physicians, staff, and investors.
Selling a dermatology practice...
05/20/2026
The Dermatologist
Allen
Videos
Multimodal Biostimulation in Dermatology: PDGF-BB, Hyperdilute CaHA, and Microneedling
05/20/2026
Sarah L. Allen, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Sarah Allen discusses the science behind combining PDGF-BB, hyperdilute calcium hydroxylapatite, and microneedling to improve cellulite, striae, and skin laxity through regenerative biostimulation.
Dr Sarah Allen discusses the science behind combining PDGF-BB, hyperdilute calcium hydroxylapatite, and microneedling to improve cellulite, striae, and skin laxity through regenerative biostimulation.
Dr Sarah Allen discusses the...
05/20/2026
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A standardized set of outcomes could facilitate more effective data comparison across studies, improving research and clinical care for rosacea.
A standardized set of outcomes could facilitate more effective data comparison across studies, improving research and clinical care for rosacea.
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Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disease affecting approximately 160 million people worldwide.1 With AA, the immune system attacks hair follicles, resulting in hair loss and preventing hair regrowth.2 The standard approach to treating...
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Jeffrey M. Cohen, MD, discussed...
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The Real Derm: Episode 5, Diving Deep Into the DermPath Pathway: A Candidate's Perspective
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Adam Friedman, MD
Climbing the mountain to get to dermatology residency is bone breaking enough, but what about the next apex, even more specialized training such as a Dermatopathology Fellowship?
Climbing the mountain to get to dermatology residency is bone breaking enough, but what about the next apex, even more specialized training such as a Dermatopathology Fellowship?
Climbing the mountain to get to...
07/10/2025
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AD
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Precision Therapeutic Selection Across Type 2 Inflammatory Skin Diseases
10/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Evaluate your clinical approach to selecting targeted therapies across multiple type 2 inflammatory skin diseases by integrating disease biology, symptom burden, and treatment sequencing.
Evaluate your clinical approach to selecting targeted therapies across multiple type 2 inflammatory skin diseases by integrating disease biology, symptom burden, and treatment sequencing.
Evaluate your clinical approach...
10/15/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
Quiz: Efficacy Findings for Povorcitinib in the Phase 3 STOP-HS1 and STOP-HS2 Trials
10/01/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Which of the following best describes the week 12 efficacy findings for povorcitinib in the phase 3 STOP-HS1 and STOP-HS2 trials in patients with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa?
Which of the following best describes the week 12 efficacy findings for povorcitinib in the phase 3 STOP-HS1 and STOP-HS2 trials in patients with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa?
Which of the following best...
10/01/2026
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itch
Quiz
Clinical Implications of Type 2 Inflammation in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
09/21/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Evaluate your understanding of disease fluctuation, neuroimmune signaling, cytokine biology, and targeted therapeutic strategies in chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Evaluate your understanding of disease fluctuation, neuroimmune signaling, cytokine biology, and targeted therapeutic strategies in chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Evaluate your understanding of...
09/21/2026
The Dermatologist
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Quiz
Understanding Type 2 Inflammatory Mechanisms in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
09/14/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your understanding of cytokine signaling, mast cell biology, neuroimmune interactions, and the mechanisms that drive chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Test your understanding of cytokine signaling, mast cell biology, neuroimmune interactions, and the mechanisms that drive chronic spontaneous urticaria.
Test your understanding of...
09/14/2026
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AD
Quiz
Pediatric AD Quiz: Biologic Therapy Challenges in Children
08/10/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Assess your understanding of biologic therapy in pediatric atopic dermatitis with this expert quiz. Explore practical barriers to treatment, considerations for young children and caregivers, and real-world factors that influence successful...
Assess your understanding of biologic therapy in pediatric atopic dermatitis with this expert quiz. Explore practical barriers to treatment, considerations for young children and caregivers, and real-world factors that influence successful...
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08/10/2026
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AD
Quiz
Pediatric AD Quiz: When to Escalate to Systemic Therapy
08/10/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your knowledge of treatment escalation in pediatric atopic dermatitis. This clinical quiz explores when topical therapy is no longer sufficient and when to initiate systemic treatment in children.
Test your knowledge of treatment escalation in pediatric atopic dermatitis. This clinical quiz explores when topical therapy is no longer sufficient and when to initiate systemic treatment in children.
Test your knowledge of treatment...
08/10/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
Type 2 Endotypes and Therapeutic Strategy in Prurigo Nodularis
06/25/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Assess advanced concepts in type 2 inflammatory endotypes, shared therapeutic pathways, and practical treatment approaches in prurigo nodularis.
Assess advanced concepts in type 2 inflammatory endotypes, shared therapeutic pathways, and practical treatment approaches in prurigo nodularis.
Assess advanced concepts in type...
06/25/2026
The Dermatologist
itch
Quiz
Fibrosis and Persistent Itch in Prurigo Nodularis
06/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your clinical understanding of fibrotic remodeling and the mechanisms underlying persistent itch and chronic disease activity in prurigo nodularis.
Test your clinical understanding of fibrotic remodeling and the mechanisms underlying persistent itch and chronic disease activity in prurigo nodularis.
Test your clinical understanding...
06/15/2026
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Quiz
Neuroimmune Mechanisms and Cytokine Signaling in Prurigo Nodularis
06/05/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Explore advanced concepts in neuroimmune communication, cytokine-driven itch amplification, and fibrotic signaling pathways involved in prurigo nodularis.
Explore advanced concepts in neuroimmune communication, cytokine-driven itch amplification, and fibrotic signaling pathways involved in prurigo nodularis.
Explore advanced concepts in...
06/05/2026
The Dermatologist
Quiz
Predicting Disease Severity and Persistence in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
04/15/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Test your expertise in identifying risk factors for persistent pediatric atopic dermatitis and understanding the interplay between barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation.
Test your expertise in identifying risk factors for persistent pediatric atopic dermatitis and understanding the interplay between barrier dysfunction and immune dysregulation.
Test your expertise in...
04/15/2026
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