Hearing the buzz around skin cycling? We have been too. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Whitney Bowe as she breaks down the concept of skin cycling. Listen in as she discusses her treatment philosophy, what it means for skin routines to be "smarter not more," and offers valuable advice for curious dermatologists looking to challenge conventional wisdom. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com.

Whitney Bowe, MD is a renowned, board-certified dermatologist and scientist based in New York. She is one of the most in-demand dermatologists in the country, in addition to being a founding member of the Dermstore Medical Advisory Board and a distinguished thought leader in the space. For the past seven years, her practice has been fully booked and capped, but now with her skin-care line, Dr. Whitney Bowe Beauty, you can bring the doctor home with you. Dr. Bowe championed a focus on the skin-gut-mind connection. Her “three-dimensional” approach to skincare—treating skin from both the outside and inside—challenged long-held beliefs within the field of dermatology. She is also responsible for bringing the viral skin-care concept of Skin Cycling to the world, which has amassed more than 3 billion TikTok views. With a deep knowledge of the skin, skin care products and dermatology, Dr. Bowe is constantly quoted in top media outlets like Vogue, The New York Times and Good Morning America.

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Want to hear just how Dr. Pimple Popper became so successful? Let’s go behind the scenes. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Sandra Lee aka Dr. Pimple Popper, as she discusses how she ended up working in television. Listen in as she offers insight into the new media world, shares the importance of telling patient stories, and tells us just what makes pimple popping so satisfying. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com.   Sandra Lee, MD, known as Dr. Pimple Popper, and Dr. Sandra Lee across most social media platforms and YouTube, as well as on SLMDskincare.com.

Looking for an integrative approach to infant AD? We’ve got just the expert. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Samantha Casselman as she helps us navigate how to work with concerned parents to improve their child’s eczema. Listen in as she discusses the nuances of steroid phobia, how to create an eczema action plan, and how to best communicate with parents.

Samantha Casselman, DNP CPNP-PC is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Phoenix, AZ. She is practice owner of Happy Skin Pediatric Dermatology, where she specializes in infant and child atopic dermatitis. She is affiliated with the National Eczema Association and current executive board member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners.   This episode concludes Season 6. Thank you for tuning in! Season 7 begins March 13, 2025. For access to CE/CME courses year-round, become a member at LearnSkin.com.

Step into the world of TYK2 research. Discover the concept of the TYK2 pathway and explore how TYK2 mediates the cytokines that are drivers in certain immune-mediated inflammatory diseases, including psoriasis. Join our conversation as we delve into the latest findings, illuminating the path toward better understanding.   Brought to you by: Bristol Myers Squibb   Christine Cornejo, MD is the Director, Dermatology Medical Engagement Lead at Bristol Myers Squibb. She graduated summa cum laude from The Pennsylvania State University with a degree in biomedical engineering and received her medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her dermatology residency, serving as chief resident, and fellowship in cutaneous oncology at the University of Pennsylvania. After her training, she became an Instructor at Harvard Medical School and joined the Department of Dermatology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. She served as the Director of Confocal Microscopy and specialized in melanoma and high-risk skin cancer management.

Want to hear the latest from an integrative trailblazer? We’ve got one all the way from France! This week, join Dr. Philippe Humbert as he discusses his own career working in integrative medicine. Listen in as he talks about intestinal pathology, parasites, leaky gut, and hyperlaxicity. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com.   Philippe Humbert, MD is a Professor of Dermatology at the University of Franche-Comté and the University Hospital of Besançon. He previously headed both the Department of Dermatology and the Laboratory of Cutaneous Engineering and Biology at the hospital. Dr. Humbert holds an MD with specializations in dermatology, internal medicine, and oncology, as well as certifications in human biology, pharmacology, and sports medicine. He also earned a Ph.D. from the University of Besançon. He is the President of the International Society of Cutaneous Pharmacology and co-founded the French-Speaking Skin Engineering Society. Additionally, he has held leadership roles in European dermatological societies. A prolific author, he has published over 600 international papers and co-edited the second edition of Agache’s Measuring the Skin. His honors include the Knight of Academic Palms and multiple awards from French dermatological and cosmetology societies.   Sponsored by: Codex Labs Visit Codex Labs website for more information.

Looking to stay ahead in the evolving world of skincare? We've got just the insights you need. This week, we're joined by Daniel Winn as we explore the advancements in bioavailable prodrugs and the expanding clinical skincare segment. Listen in as we dive into the science behind these innovations and what they mean for the future of consumer skincare. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com.   Daniel Winn, PhD has spent several decades commercializing cosmetic ingredients for the global beauty industry. He’s held a series of positions at global raw material companies where he led transformational efforts in green chemistry, and the development of new anti-microbial agents as safer & gentler preservatives for topical products. In 2018 he founded Actera Ingredients, a startup whose goal was to advance the science and efficacy of active agents for skincare and hair repair. Dan is the inventor or co-inventor of several patents, and has a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.   Sponsored by Actera Visit Actera's website for more information.

How can you make the medical experience easier for your patients? We’ve got a few answers. This week, we’re joined by Dr. William Eaglstein as he looks at how to empower patients, recognize the limits of the medical profession, and embrace the placebo effect. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com.

 

William Eaglstein, MD, originally from Missouri, is the former chairman of dermatology at the Universities of Pittsburgh and Miami. He has served as a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellow in Washington, DC, chaired advisory panels for both the FDA and NIH, and held the position of Vice President at Stiefel, a GSK company. His contributions to wound healing have earned him Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Union of Wound Healing Societies and the Wound Healing Society, along with an Honorary Membership in the American Academy of Dermatology and a Citation of Merit from the University of Missouri. Dr. Eaglstein currently resides in Los Altos, California, with his wife, Janet, where he remains active in wound healing, drug development, regulatory affairs, contemporary art, and bicycling.

Looking for the latest on itch? We’ve got an itch expert. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Matthew Zirwas as he breaks down those itches that are hard to scratch. Listen in as he defines the types of itch, efficacy of treatments, and the cost impact for patients. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com.   Matthew Zirwas, MD, attended medical school and completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh. He served as the residency director at Ohio State University from 2006 to 2015. Dr. Zirwas has over 200 peer-reviewed publications and has conducted almost 100 clinical trials.   Sponsored by Dermeleve Visit Dermeleve's website for more information.

What does ant venom have to do with our skin? We’re glad you asked. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Jack Arbiser as he discusses what’s needed for an intact skin barrier and how ant venom can improve skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com.

Jack L. Arbiser, MD PhD is a key opinion leader in Dermatology. He holds a BS/MS in Organic Chemistry from Emory and MD/PhD from Harvard Medical School. He has nearly 300 publications, 24 issued US Patents and numerous international patents. He mas made many seminal discoveries in dermatology and oncology. These include the first demonstration of phosphoinositol-3 kinase in angiogenesis, reactive oxygen and Akt in melanoma. Most recently, he served as the inaugural Thomas Lawley Professorship in Dermatology. Throuh his studies on ant venom, he has discovered that the skin barrier function is dependent on ceramide metabolism, allowing for the discovery of common pathways underlying psoriasis, eczema and nonmelamoma skin cancer. Dr Arbiser currently practices at Metroderm/UDP, Atlantas largest private practice dermatology group.

Are we getting too much sun exposure? Or not enough? This week, we’re joined by Dr. Katherine Varman as she walks us through the complexity of sun exposure. Listen in as she discusses the different types of photoprotection, the importance of colorful foods, and how to rethink your relationship with the sun. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com.   Want to know more about "Beyond Sunscreen: Topical Approaches to Sun Protection?" Join Dr. Varman at the 2024 Integrative Dermatology Symposium.   Katherine Varman, MD is a dermatologist who works in private practice in Northern California. She graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, during which she completed an additional year as a Doris Duke Clinical Research Fellow at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. After an intern year in Chattanooga, TN, she returned to UNC-CH for dermatology residency. Dr. Varman specializes in treating inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis with a unique blend of conventional and functional medicine practices. She also has a passion for photo-immunology and seeks to revitalize phototherapy as an indispensable tool in dermatology. She is also a homesteader and enjoys an active farm life with her husband and children.