Summary:

Dr. Daniel Butler, a board-certified dermatologist and assistant dean of student affairs at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, discusses his research on aging skin and inflammatory diseases. He explores how aging independently becomes a risk factor for certain skin diseases and how age can affect access to medications. Dr. Butler emphasizes the need to understand the unique challenges and presentations of skin diseases in older adults. He also discusses the importance of dermatologists having a presence on social media to engage with patients and provide credible information.

Takeaways:

• Aging independently becomes a risk factor for certain skin diseases and can affect how these diseases manifest in older adults.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Background of Dr. Daniel Butler

02:01 - Research on Aging Skin and Inflammatory Diseases

06:16 - Understanding the Mechanisms of Aging Skin

10:54 - The Role of Dermatologists on Social Media

15:23 - Should Academic Physicians be on Social Media?

29:15 - The Future of Dermatology: Targeted Therapies and Next Generation Dermatologists