PeDRA Pearls

In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, we sit down with Dr. Marcia Hogeling, Associate Professor of Dermatology and Residency Program Director at UCLA. Dr. Hogeling shares her inspiring journey from pediatrics to pediatric dermatology, reflecting on the mentors who shaped her career and the importance of guiding the next generation of clinicians and researchers. She also discusses her diverse research interests—from vascular birthmarks to inflammatory skin diseases—and offers an inside look at her new role as Chair of PeDRA’s Outcomes Committee. Tune in to learn how Dr. Hogeling and her colleagues are measuring impact, fostering collaboration, and advancing the field of pediatric dermatology—all while keeping a love for mentorship, research, and even skiing at the heart of her work.

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In this third and final episode, we're diving deep into how emerging insights about the microbiome are shaping the way clinicians counsel families and care for pediatric patients. Dr. Shoch and Dr. Castelo-Soccio share how understanding the microbiome has changed their clinical practice, from their approach to bathing routines and yeast overgrowth to dietary counseling and the cautious use of probiotics and bleach baths. Together, they explore what we know and what we don't, and where the future of microbiome research in pediatric dermatology might be headed.

In this second episode, we discuss how infant microbiomes develop and what factors shape them, and how early life disruptions may increase the risk of disease. The conversation also touches on the hygiene and biodiversity hypothesis, the role of dysbiosis in conditions like atopic dermatitis, and the ongoing challenge of teasing apart whether microbiome shifts are causes or markers of disease.

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November is Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month, and we’re revisiting an episode from our archives. Tune in for an engaging and informative conversation about the burden and stigma surrounding pediatric hyperhidrosis. Executive Director and Founding Member Lisa Pieretti eloquently discusses the gaps in pediatric hyperhidrosis research and emphasizes the importance of education and awareness. In the second interview, hear from an entire family as they share how they cope with hyperhidrosis and their hopes for future research. Learn more at www.sweathelp.org.

The gut and skin microbiomes are an area that is rapidly evolving and holds promise for reshaping our understanding of, prevention, and treatment of pediatric skin disease. This friendly discussion, spanning three episodes, will explore emerging research, theories on microbiome–immune interactions, and what pediatric dermatologists should know about the skin–gut connection.

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We're reaching all the way back into our 2020 archives to bring you a Getting to Know You with Dr. Heather Brandling-Bennett. Listen as she shares her journey into pediatric dermatology, the “aha” moments that shaped her career, and how collaboration through PeDRA continues to drive innovation in research. She offers inspiring advice for early investigators about finding passion, embracing balance, and building community in science.

Please note - Dr. Brandling Bennett is now a Professor of Dermatology at the University of Washington and Fellowship Director at Seattle Children's Hospital. This interview originally aired in 2021.

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Hosted in partnership with Chiesi, Dr. Joyce Teng and Dr. Emily Gorell share their real-world clinical experiences, highlighting how birch triterpenes may work to accelerate wound healing, reduce inflammation, and potentially improve quality of life for patients living with dystrophic and junctional epidermolysis bullosa (EB). The program also touches on the importance of wound preparation, combinatorial approaches to therapy, and holistic care approaches for these patients.

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The PeDRA Annual Conference is just days away, and excitement is building! In this special episode of PeDRA Pearls, host Jenn Dawson sits down with Executive Director Mike Siegel, PhD to talk about what attendees can expect in Minneapolis. From this year’s theme of building consensus to advance pediatric dermatology research to highlights like Focused Study Groups, the NextGen Research Forum, the Early Investigator Reception, Camp Wonder, and the Dash for Discovery, Mike shares what makes this gathering so unique. Whether you’re joining us in person or tuning in from afar, get a behind-the-scenes look at the people, partnerships, and energy that make the PeDRA Conference a one-of-a-kind event.

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In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, host Hannah Chang sits down with Dr. Lisa Arkin, Associate Professor of Dermatology and Director of Pediatric Dermatology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. They discuss the unique opportunities offered through UW’s pediatric dermatology fellowship, the importance of customizable training experiences, and the evolving research landscape in areas such as autoinflammatory disease and vascular anomalies. Dr. Arkin also reflects on lessons learned through challenges in research, the value of mentorship, and advice for trainees and early investigators entering the field.

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