Did you know there's a difference between a nutritionist and a clinical nutritionist? This week, we're joined by Jennifer Fugo, MS, CNS to discuss elimination diets, the role of nutritionists in healthcare, and the myths and truths around nutrition and its impact on our health and skin. 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.

Mild eczema can be adequately controlled with topicals and current practices; however, moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis requires a more complete and comprehensive approach to care. While guidelines exist, treatment is not prescriptive. So we asked Peter Lio, MD, founder of the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center and Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, for his opinion. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. To learn more about advanced care for atopic dermatitis or earn CME credits, visit learnskin.com/series/advanced-management-of-atopic-dermatitis.

Dr. Peter Lio is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, completed his internship in Pediatrics at Boston Children's Hospital, and his Dermatology training at Harvard where he served as Chief Resident in Dermatology. Dr. Lio is the founding director of the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center and has spoken nationally and internationally about atopic dermatitis, as well as alternative medicine.

Can introducing awareness into your daily practice help you and your patients live better lives? This week our guest is Dr. Paul Mills, Professor of Family Medicine and Public Health and Director of the Center of Excellence for Research and Training in Integrative Health at UC San Diego. He discusses the science behind awareness, how awareness ties into health, and how Ayurveda has shaped his approach to research and psychology. 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.

The answer to common skin issues might be found in the ancient Ayurvedic medicine practice of Panchakarma. This week, Dr. Anupama Kizhakkeveetil, Ayurvedic expert, licensed acupuncturist, yoga teacher, and professor at the Southern California University of Health Sciences, stops by to discuss the principles of Ayurveda and the use of Panchakarma in dermatology. 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.

Anupama (Anu) is an Ayurvedic Practitioner, licensed acupuncturist and certified yoga teacher. She graduated in Ayurvedic Medicine from Mangalore University in India, received a Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) and her Ph.D. from Walden University. She is currently the Program Director and professor for Ayurvedic Medicine and provides clinical services for SCU Health System. In her clinical practice she integrates diet, yoga, lifestyle counseling, herbs and various body work therapies individualized to the patient's condition. Her main interests are managing musculoskeletal condition, mental health, women's health and preventative care.

Perplexed as to how to help your patients overcome their gut issues? Look no further! Lela Altman, Naturopathic Doctor and Faculty at Bastyr University, drops by to discuss the symptoms, tests, and treatments available for people who suffer from SIBO. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology. Looking for further resources? Head to SIBOinfo.com or pick up the Monash University FODMAP Diet and SIBO Apps.

Lela Altman ND, MSA, LAc began working in the medical field in 1998, first as a nursing assistant, then as a medical assistant. This experience inspired her to pursue an education in the natural health sciences. Dr. Altman earned her Bachelor's in Science from The Evergreen State College where she focused on ethnobotany, biology and chemistry. She then earned her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and Master of Science in Acupuncture at Bastyr University in 2011. She went on to complete a 3-year residency at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health. While working as a chief resident she completed additional training in evidence-based medicine and carried out diabetes research. She created the Digestive Wellness clinic at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health which she currently supervises. Additionally, she teaches full-time at Bastyr University, has a private practice at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health and sees patients at the Center for Integrative Medicine at Virginia Mason Hospital and Medical Center in Seattle, WA.  Dr. Altman also is considered an expert in the field of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). She has written articles, given continuing medical education lectures and performed interviews in several venues on this topic.

Building an integrative approach to patient care has never been easier. Revisit the best moments of the 2019 Integrative Dermatology Symposium with the hosts of the Learn Skin Podcast. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology. This week, Raja and Hadar celebrate integrated dermatology with a look back at the highlights from the 2019 Integrative Dermatology Symposium and look forward to what's in store for the next year.