Are you fascinated by the incredible world of regenerative medicine? If so, you've probably come across the buzz about exosomes! These tiny extracellular vesicles, secreted by various cells in the body, play an important role in cell-to-cell communication and tissue repair. Research is underway studying stem cells and their exosomes to be able to deliver important cellular instructions for various organs, including the skin. Exosome therapy is a bit like the wild west however as it remains largely unregulated at this time so be sure to do your research! 

Discover the world of exosomes with Dr. Russak on this week’s podcast episode! From their sources to application methods and ethical concerns, we take a deep dive into this cutting-edge skincare science.

In this episode:

1. What are exosomes? What do they do? (5:30)

2) How do we get exosomes? (7:24)

3) What conditions in dermatology can we treat using exosomes? (10:12)

4) Limitations and ethical concerns with exosomes (15:15)

5) Can someone buy products with exosomes from a drug store? (17:48)

6) Are exosomes shelf stable or do they have to be refrigerated? (19:40)

7)  The future of exosomes (21:15)

8)  Tips for someone considering exosome therapy (26:30)

Julie E. Russak, M.D., FAAD., is a Board-Certified Dermatologist, Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, serves as Faculty at the Mount Sinai Hospital, and founder of Russak Dermatology Clinic and Russak+ Aesthetic Center. She founded her private practice, Russak Dermatology Clinic, in 2013 in midtown Manhattan to fulfill her goal of providing comprehensive medical and cosmetic skin care to her patients.

In addition to her excellence as a dermatologic surgeon, Dr. Russak has distinguished herself in the medical community through her clinical research, scientific presentations, publications and aesthetic approach. 

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