Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and it may be the most misunderstood. In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: a Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with Dr. Marta Van Beek, Professor of Dermatology at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, nationally recognized Mohs surgeon, and member of the AMA Board of Trustees, for a candid conversation on the truth and consequences of skin cancer. 

Together, they explore why 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer before age 70, why there is no such thing as a healthy tan, the surprising science of tanning addiction, and what the FDA's reversal of the tanning bed ban for minors means for public health. Dr. Van Beek also demystifies Mohs micrographic surgery, the technique with a 99 percent cure rate, and makes the case that early detection can be the difference between a simple office procedure and a lifetime of treatment. 

From UVA and UVB to base tan myths and cloudy day sunburns, this conversation goes beneath the surface of the cancer too many people dismiss as "the good one." This episode is a timely reminder that skin cancer is not trivial, it is not cosmetic, and it is not optional to take seriously.

Psoriasis is visible on the skin, but what is happening beneath the surface may have implications far beyond it.

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: a Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with Dermatologist and Epidemiologist Dr. Joel Gelfand, whose pioneering research has helped define the connection between psoriasis and cardiovascular disease.

They explore why psoriasis is now recognized as a cardiovascular risk enhancer, how chronic inflammation may connect the skin to the heart, and why people living with psoriasis may face increased risks of heart attack, stroke, diabetes, and other metabolic conditions.

Dr. Gelfand also discusses what the evidence can, and cannot, tell us about whether treating psoriasis changes cardiovascular risk, the importance of screening for blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes, and why psoriasis should never be dismissed as simply a skin condition.

It is a conversation about looking beyond what we can see on the skin to better understand what may be happening throughout the body.

A routine skin screening became the beginning of a life-changing discovery.

When Dr. Lindsay Ackerman noticed unexplained bruising on her patient John’s upper arms and torso, she knew the unusual pattern could be signaling something beyond the skin. Bloodwork confirmed that something serious was happening beneath the surface.

In this deeply personal episode, John’s wife, Janice, joins Dr. Ackerman to reflect on the moment their lives changed, the treatment journey that followed, and the additional time the early discovery gave them together.

Their conversation is a moving reminder that the skin can reveal serious internal disease before other symptoms appear, and that every inch of a thorough skin examination matters.

In this special episode of Dermatology Undressed: A Provocative Podcast, Janice and Dr. Ackerman share a powerful story about looking beyond the skin, listening closely, and caring for the whole person, not just the condition that brought them into the exam room

Women make up the majority of the healthcare workforce and often guide the medical decisions made within their families. Yet only a small percentage of the nation’s largest healthcare systems are led by women.

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: a Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with Amy Perry, president and CEO of Banner Health, to examine why that leadership gap persists and what needs to change.

Amy shares her experience of being the only woman at a table of healthcare CEOs and discusses the professional and personal barriers that can slow women’s advancement. She also explores the importance of board representation, professional relationships, strong support systems, and helping more women reach positions where they can influence research, innovation, and patient care.

The conversation also looks toward the future of healthcare, including investments in technology, preventive care, community wellness, and a model that reaches people before they become sick.

This is a candid conversation about leadership, representation, and creating a healthcare system that better reflects the people who power it.

What happens when women’s health falls between medical specialties, and when geography determines whether a preventable disease becomes deadly?

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: a Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman speaks with board-certified dermatologist and global medical volunteer Dr. Gail Goldstein, co-founder and board member of the Gynecologic Cancers Research Foundation.

Dr. Goldstein shares how her organization brings HPV testing, cervical cancer screening, early intervention, and treatment to women in underserved and marginalized communities around the world. From screening garment workers during their lunch breaks in Cambodia to navigating cultural stigma and limited access to care, the conversation reveals what it truly means to meet women where they are.

The discussion also explores the often-overlooked intersection of dermatology and gynecology, including lichen sclerosus, vulvar cancer, and the symptoms women may dismiss or that clinicians may miss because vulvar health too often falls into the space between specialties.

This is a conversation about prevention, access, medical blind spots, and why compassionate care should have no borders.

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: A Provocative Podcast by SkinTellAgent, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with Dr. Brian Kim for a powerful conversation about chronic itch, inflammation, and the future of dermatologic care.

Dr. Kim is one of the leading voices in itch science and inflammatory skin disease, helping reshape how we understand conditions that are often dismissed, minimized, or misunderstood. Together, he and Dr. Ackerman explore what it means to treat patients whose symptoms can be physically relentless and emotionally devastating.

From prurigo nodularis to atopic dermatitis and other chronic inflammatory skin diseases, this conversation looks beyond the surface of the skin to the real-life impact these conditions have on sleep, mental health, daily function, relationships, and quality of life.

They also discuss how advances in dermatology are changing what is possible for patients. Today, physicians can do more than diagnose disease and prevent progression. They can help patients reclaim comfort, function, dignity, and a life that feels meaningful again.

This episode is a reminder that skin disease is never “just skin.” For many patients, relief can be life-changing.

Watch the full conversation with Dr. Brian Kim and Dr. Lindsay Ackerman on Dermatology Undressed: A Provocative Podcast by SkinTellAgent.

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In this episode of Dermatology Undressed, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with Dr. Klint Peebles, board-certified dermatologist, LGBTQ+ health advocate, and incoming president-elect of the DC Medical Society, for a powerful conversation on identity, visibility, and health equity in Dermatology.

Together, they explore how sexual orientation, gender identity, hormone therapy, structural bias, and affirming care can shape dermatologic health and the patient experience. Dr. Peebles shares his personal journey, his advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion in medicine, and why Dermatologists have a critical role to play in creating safer, more compassionate care for all patients.

From acne and hormone therapy to skin cancer risk, chest binding, inclusive intake forms, and the importance of using the right pronouns, this conversation goes beneath the surface of what it means to truly see and care for the whole patient.

This episode is a timely reminder that LGBTQ+ health is not a niche issue. It is a core part of patient-centered Dermatology, inclusive medicine, and the future of healthcare.

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: A Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with board-certified dermatologist, entrepreneur, and global phenomenon Dr. Sandra Lee, known to millions as Dr. Pimple Popper.

Together, they go beyond the viral videos and explore the deeper purpose behind Dr. Lee’s work: reducing shame, normalizing visible skin conditions, and helping patients feel seen with compassion and dignity. From her unexpected rise on YouTube to building a platform that brought dermatology into mainstream culture, Dr. Lee shares how curiosity, empathy, and authenticity shaped her journey.

This conversation is about more than extractions. It is about visibility, humanity, and the power of skin to tell a much bigger story.

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: A Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with aesthetic dermatologist Dr. Jacqueline Watchmaker to uncover what sugar may be doing beneath the surface of the skin. Together, they break down glycation, a process that can impact collagen, elastin, inflammation, pigmentation, wound healing, and visible signs of aging. From sweet cravings to sun exposure to skincare ingredients that may help protect the skin, this conversation reveals the not-so-sweet connection between sugar and skin health.

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: A Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with Dr. Lindsey Bordone to explore the critical connection between dermatology, systemic disease, and the growing impact of GLP-1 medications. Together, they discuss how skin findings can serve as early indicators of deeper pathology, including autoimmune conditions, internal malignancies, and other complex diagnoses that extend beyond the surface.

They also unpack the evolving conversation around GLP-1s, including their role in inflammatory disease, weight loss, aesthetic concerns, and the broader implications these therapies may have across multiple organ systems.

This conversation addresses common questions and highlights the importance of recognizing the skin as a window into overall health, ultimately shaping how we approach diagnosis and care.