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The podcast currently has 32 episodes available.
In this episode of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, Dr. Nicholas Brownstone welcomes Dr Peter Lio, founding director of the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center, to discuss the 3 FDA-approved biologics for atopic dermatitis, focusing on the latest addition, lebrikizumab.
With more options for atopic dermatitis come new challenges for clinicians. Dr Lio offers practical insights on differentiating dupilumab, tralokinumab, and lebrikizumab, all targeting the IL-4/13 pathways but with distinct binding and dosing characteristics. He explains his decision-making process for starting biologics, discusses patient education on safety, and provides valuable strategies for navigating insurance.
For residents, Dr Lio shares tips on gaining hands-on experience with biologics, staying updated on upcoming treatments like OX40 inhibitors, and key board review topics, including the differences in binding sites, side effects, and dosing protocols of these agents.
Tune in to the full episode for high-yield information and clinical pearls for dermatologists navigating the evolving landscape of atopic dermatitis treatments!
Need help keeping track of all the approved medications discussed in this episode? Check out our quick-reference chart that includes essential details on FDA-approved ages, dosing, and mechanisms of action for biologics in atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.
In episode 30 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, host Nicholas Brownstone, MD, welcomes April Armstrong, MD, Professor and Chief of Dermatology at UCLA, for a detailed discussion on oral therapies for psoriasis and their continued relevance in today's treatment landscape.
They begin with a board review of 2 classic therapies, methotrexate and cyclosporine, breaking down their mechanisms of action, dosing protocols, key adverse effects, and important monitoring guidelines.
They then explore methotrexate’s continued use, particularly for uninsured patients, and cyclosporine’s role as a short-term “bridging” therapy for patients in crisis. They review acitretin, discussing its risks, chemopreventive benefits, and lab monitoring requirements; apremilast, highlighting its safety and lack of required lab monitoring; and deucravacitinib, a TYK-2 inhibitor noted for its unique mechanism, long-term efficacy, and suitability for challenging psoriasis types.
Tune in to hear expert guidance on navigating these oral therapies, practical tips for residents, and updates on how each therapy fits into modern psoriasis care!
In episode 29 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host, Nicholas Brownstone, MD, is joined by dermatologist Graham Litchman, DO, and Tobin Dickerson, PhD, chief scientific officer and cofounder of Mindera Health, to explore an innovative technology in psoriasis management.
Drs Brownstone and Litchman begin with a board review on HPV and warts, highlighting key HPV types, their associated warts, and helpful mnemonic devices to aid memorization.
They then discuss Tobin Dickerson’s development of the Mind.Px dermal patch, a groundbreaking tool designed to optimize treatment decisions for psoriasis patients. Dr Litchman shares his approach to selecting biologics and how the Mind.Px test integrates into clinical workflows, from improving prior authorization to enhancing patient outcomes. The episode concludes with a look at the MATCH1 and STAMP2 studies validating this technology and advice for residents on getting involved with this cutting-edge tool.
Tune in for essential board review tips and to learn how the Mind.Px dermal patch is shaping the future of psoriasis treatment!
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In episode 28 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host, Nicholas Brownstone, MD, gets to know Anthony Rossi, MD, dermatologist and Mohs micrographic surgeon at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and founder of his own skin care line Dr. Rossi DERM MD®.
They start with a board review on Mohs surgery, covering critical indications and the appropriate use criteria from the American College of Mohs Surgery. They also discuss patient characteristics that favor Mohs surgery and when to consider antibiotic prophylaxis.
They then discuss starting a skin care line post-residency. Dr Rossi shares insights on creating a dermatologist-approved line, weighing the pros and cons of starting from scratch versus private labeling. He provides strategies for differentiating in a saturated market, observing trends, and developing a business model that focuses on repeat customers.
Tune in to the full episode for Dr Rossi ‘s valuable pearls and pitfalls for dermatologists interested in launching their own skin care lines and how to blend business acumen with dermatologic expertise!
In episode 27 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host, Nicholas Brownstone, MD, speaks with Stephen Lewellis, MD, PhD, FAAD, founder and owner of Above & Beyond Dermatology based in Wisconsin.
The episode begins with board review on the diagnosis and treatment of adult and pediatric pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP). Dr Brownstone offers a helpful way to remember the different pediatric forms of diseases.
Dr Brownstone then asks Dr Lewellis to discuss the topic of direct care dermatology. Dr Lewellis discusses the theory behind direct care dermatology, the principles behind this care model, and the advantages and disadvantages. Dr Brownstone asks Dr Lewellis about his personal experience transitioning from an employed position to a direct care practice and offers advice for others considering the same.
In episode 26 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host Nicholas Brownstone, MD, chats with Harrison Nguyen, MD, MBA, MPH, FAAD, FACMS, Managing Director of Houston Skin and Ahuva Cices, MD, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in front of a live audience during the Real World Dermatology For Residents Conference at the Sahara Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV.
Dr Brownstone asks for advice on preparing for the APPLIED exam. Dr Nguyen discusses his perspective on preparing for the exam while Dr Cices offers her favorite resources. The group also discusses how to prepare for the Kodachromes and the dermatopathology portion of the
exam. Dr Brownstone asks Dr Nguyen specifically about infectious disease and pharmacology on the APPLIED exam and how to handle the JAAD CME articles. Dr Nguyen and Dr Cices then discuss their exam preparation schedules.
The episode continues with many more high-yield pearls on preparing for the APPLIED exam along words of encouragement from the special guests.
The episode ends with the panel discussing their favorite things about a trip to Las Vegas!
Listen now for high-yield tips on how to ace the APPLIED exam!
In episode 25 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host, Nicholas Brownstone, MD, chats with Charlie Dunn, MD, board-certified pediatrician and Chief Dermatology Resident at
KCU-GME Consortium / ADCS Orlando Dermatology Residency Program in Orlando, FL.
The episode begins with board review on epidermolysis bullosa (EB). Dr Brownstone briefly highlights board review pearls on transport media used in dermatopathology. Next, Dr Dunn
and Dr Brownstone discuss high-yield board review facts on the genetics, onset, diagnosis, morphology, associated clinical features, and prognosis of all the major subtypes of EB simplex,
junctional EB and dystrophic EB.
Dr Dunn and Dr Brownstone then discuss everything Camp Discovery. Dr Brownstone asks Dr Dunn about the history of Camp Discovery and which types of patients are eligible. Dr Dunn
discusses a typical day at Camp Discovery including which activities are available and the kinds of counselors who staff the camp. Finally, Dr Dunn provides detailed information on how to
refer a pediatric patient to the camp, which is completely free for the camper and their family!
Year after year, there are open spots at Camp Discovery. Listen now to learn about this amazing experience for your pediatric patients with skin disease and how you can make a referral!
General information on Camp Discovery from the AAD https://www.aad.org/public/public-health/camp-discovery
Apply to be a Camp Discovery Volunteer https://www.aad.org/public/public-health/camp-discovery/volunteer
Camp Discovery Patient Referral Form https://www.aad.org/public/public-health/camp-discovery/referrals
For questions or more detailed information, please contact Janine Mueller at [email protected] or call (847) 240-1737.
In episode 24 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host, Nicholas Brownstone, MD, sits down with Sandra Lee, MD, aka Dr Pimple Popper.
The episode focuses on the state of the art concerning social media and dermatology and how resident dermatologists can create and improve their social media presence. Dr Lee discusses how to build a successful social media presence, including tips on the best kind of content to post and how to make the content compelling for your audience.
Dr Lee and Dr Brownstone then focus on the issue of misinformation on social media within dermatology and skin care and how to address this problem. Dr Lee also discusses how to address and prevent criticism or counterattacks on social media and gives her thoughts on engaging in social media didactics during residency.
The episode ends with Dr Lee giving clinical tips on how to perform tumescent anesthesia for resection of large skin lesions in clinic and advice on learning new procedures after graduating residency.
You can’t miss hearing from one of the biggest stars in dermatology!
In episode 23 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host, Nicholas Brownstone, MD, speaks with Terrence A. Cronin Jr, MD, FAAD, and President of the American Academy of
Dermatology for 2023-2024 term.
The episode focuses policy issues affecting dermatology residents now and in the future. Dr Cronin specifically discusses the Medicare physician pay cuts, misinformation on social media,
scope-of-practice creep, and truth in advertising. Dr Brownstone asks Dr Cronin what dermatology residents and dermatologists can do to help fix these frustrating issues within our
field.
Dr Cronin also gives some highlights of his term as AAD president and discusses what he enjoyed most while serving as the leader of the largest dermatology organization in the world.
If you care about the field of dermatology and where it’s headed, you can’t miss this episode!
See the links below to get involved today. We need your help!
Join the AAD for an update on advocacy regarding Medicare physician payment cuts
on February 20 at 7 PM CT. https://www.aad.org/member/advocacy/priorities/medicare-physician-payment/medicare-payment-reform-webinar
Urge Congress to stop Medicare physician payment cuts. Use the AAD’s easy-to-use tool to send a letter to your representatives in less than 1 minute!
https://takeaction.aad.org/takeaction/alertid/2456/
In episode 22 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host, Nicholas Brownstone, MD, speaks with Hannah Kopelman, DO, a fellowship-trained physician in hair loss disorders and the host of the popular Derm Club podcast.
The episode focuses on hair loss. Dr Brownstone and Dr Kopelman discuss board review tips, keys to diagnosis, counseling pearls, treatment options, and many other high-yield pearls for the following nonscarring and scarring hair diseases: androgenetic alopecia, telogen effluvium, alopecia areata, lichen planopilaris/front fibrosing alopecia, and central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia.
This is a great episode to help review important board review facts on hair loss while providing clinical tips you can start using in the clinic tomorrow for patients with hair loss.
Click this link to access the JAK Inhibitors Quick Reference Sheet, which includes key information (eg, dosage and lab monitoring) on the FDA-approved JAK inhibitors for the treatment of alopecia areata: https://dermsquared.com/resources/biologics-and-jak-charts
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