Continuing the philanthropic theme this week, in this special episode, we had the honor of hearing the story of the Children's Skin Disease Foundation and Camp Wonder from it's founder, Francesca. How did a teenager bring this idea to life that is still thriving more than 25 years later? Listen in to find out and be inspired!

Do you take part in philanthropic events outside of your clinic? Listen to our podcast hosts discover why giving back matters, for our patients and for our own well-being.

Have you ever considered what our carbon footprint is in dermatology? In this episode, we discussed green initiatives in dermatology and small steps we can take to make a difference with Dr. Riley McLean-Mandell, a Mohs surgeon leading the way in sustainability at UMASS.

Skin care has gone viral on social media platforms and patients are coming in the door using things we have never heard of. What are the latest trends, and is there any science to back them?

Establishing a good working relationship with your local Mohs surgeon is essential to providing optimal dermatology care. We sat down with Dr. Riley McLean, a Mohs surgeon at UMASS, to discuss the little details they want to know and things we should consider when referring patients.

Dermatologic disease is not limited to just what is visible. It often has dramatic effects on patients' quality of life. Supporting our patients through the psychosocial impact of their skin conditions is just as important as diagnosing and treating the disease itself. New SkinSync co-host,Jenny Laminack PA-C, joins Buchi Neita PA-C to discuss this critical part of practicing medicine in a way that is most impactful for our patients.

Chronic hand eczema can wreak havoc on patient's day to day life and have a huge psychosocial impact. Co-host, Lisa Weiss, PA-C, and Buchi Neita, PA-C discuss identification of CHE subtypes, management strategies, and practical considerations for patient counseling.

In this episode we dive into some of our favorite over-the-counter recommendations for patients, with evidence as treatment for or an adjunct to therapy for dermatological conditions. You don't want to miss this!

Isotretinoin is arguably one of the most impactful medications we have had historically in the dermatology space, yet the logistics of prescribing it remain somewhat cumbersome. In this episode, we talk with our own acne expert, PA Shanna Miranti, to learn her tips for patient and parent counseling, prescribing, and management during a course of isotretinoin treatment.

How do you address those stubborn dermatology conditions without a cure with your patients? Listen in as our podcast hosts discuss some of the most common conditions we treat but cannot cure in our specialty.