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04/01/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
TRACE study data show consistent improvements in disease severity and quality of life over 12 months in an underrepresented population.
TRACE study data show consistent improvements in disease severity and quality of life over 12 months in an underrepresented population.
TRACE study data show consistent...
04/01/2026
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News
03/31/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Single-center cohort highlights differences in timing and extent of vitiligo based on cancer type and treatment regimen.
Single-center cohort highlights differences in timing and extent of vitiligo based on cancer type and treatment regimen.
Single-center cohort highlights...
03/31/2026
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News
03/30/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Propensity-matched data show higher rates of diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome in adults with vitiligo.
Propensity-matched data show higher rates of diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome in adults with vitiligo.
Propensity-matched data show...
03/30/2026
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Asempa
Clinical Insights
03/02/2026
Hermon Feron, BA; Victoria Garfinkel, BSA
In a recent panel discussion, Dr Asempa and Dr Alexis emphasized that without inclusive trial design and culturally responsive terminology, we risk biased severity assessments and inequitable treatment decisions.
In a recent panel discussion, Dr Asempa and Dr Alexis emphasized that without inclusive trial design and culturally responsive terminology, we risk biased severity assessments and inequitable treatment decisions.
In a recent panel discussion, Dr...
03/02/2026
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Nada Elbuluk
Podcasts
01/22/2025
Nada Elbuluk, MD, MSc
Dr Nada Elbuluk highlights the unique diagnostic and treatment challenges for inflammatory skin conditions in patients with skin of color.
Dr Nada Elbuluk highlights the unique diagnostic and treatment challenges for inflammatory skin conditions in patients with skin of color.
Dr Nada Elbuluk highlights the...
01/22/2025
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06/17/2024
Jessica Garlewicz
Historically, dermatology research and clinical practices have overlooked critical aspects of care for individuals with skin of color.
Historically, dermatology research and clinical practices have overlooked critical aspects of care for individuals with skin of color.
Historically, dermatology...
06/17/2024
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News
01/17/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers conducted an online, population-based survey made up of a nationally representative sample of individuals.
Researchers conducted an online, population-based survey made up of a nationally representative sample of individuals.
Researchers conducted an online,...
01/17/2023
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News
03/08/2022
Jessica Garlewicz
Patients were seen for aesthetic discomfort, particularly in bilateral lesions and a fear of breast cancer.
Patients were seen for aesthetic discomfort, particularly in bilateral lesions and a fear of breast cancer.
Patients were seen for aesthetic...
03/08/2022
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News
02/03/2022
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to gain evidence of the reliability and validity of the SHI compared to the physician global assessment score.
Researchers aimed to gain evidence of the reliability and validity of the SHI compared to the physician global assessment score.
Researchers aimed to gain...
02/03/2022
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Janiene Luke, MD
Videos
01/28/2022
Janiene Luke, MD
During Skin of Color Society Media Day, Janiene Luke, MD, held a presentation on pigmentary disorders alongside her colleague Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD
During Skin of Color Society Media Day, Janiene Luke, MD, held a presentation on pigmentary disorders alongside her colleague Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD
During Skin of Color Society...
01/28/2022
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Videos
01/17/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, FAAP, FAAD
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses...
01/17/2022
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Expert Insights

Nada Elbuluk
Podcasts
01/22/2025
Nada Elbuluk, MD, MSc
Dr Nada Elbuluk highlights the unique diagnostic and treatment challenges for inflammatory skin conditions in patients with skin of color.
Dr Nada Elbuluk highlights the unique diagnostic and treatment challenges for inflammatory skin conditions in patients with skin of color.
Dr Nada Elbuluk highlights the...
01/22/2025
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Janiene Luke, MD
Videos
01/28/2022
Janiene Luke, MD
During Skin of Color Society Media Day, Janiene Luke, MD, held a presentation on pigmentary disorders alongside her colleague Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD
During Skin of Color Society Media Day, Janiene Luke, MD, held a presentation on pigmentary disorders alongside her colleague Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD
During Skin of Color Society...
01/28/2022
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Videos
01/17/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, FAAP, FAAD
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses how to teach families about safe hair care practices for skin of color.
Candrice Heath, MD, discusses...
01/17/2022
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Videos
01/14/2022
David Rosmarin, MD
David Rosmarin, MD, highlights the notable results and differences between the phase 2 and phase 3 trials studying ruxolitinib cream for repigmenting vitiligo.
David Rosmarin, MD, highlights the notable results and differences between the phase 2 and phase 3 trials studying ruxolitinib cream for repigmenting vitiligo.
David Rosmarin, MD, highlights...
01/14/2022
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Videos
01/09/2022
Candrice Heath, MD, FAAP, FAAD
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath, MD, shares what dermatologists should consider when treating skin of color hair in younger patients.
In this video, Candrice Heath,...
01/09/2022
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Feature Story
07/16/2021
Lauren Mateja
Dermatologic disease in darker skin types can have a profound effect on quality of life. Increased education can help mitigate these effects by recognizing...
Dermatologic disease in darker skin types can have a profound effect on quality of life. Increased education can help mitigate these effects by recognizing...
Dermatologic disease in darker...
07/16/2021
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Q&As
04/25/2021
During the What’s New in Skin of Color session at AAD VMX 2021, Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD discussed the skin bleaching epidemic, a growing issue seen in patients of color.
During the What’s New in Skin of Color session at AAD VMX 2021, Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD discussed the skin bleaching epidemic, a growing issue seen in patients of color.
During the What’s New in Skin of...
04/25/2021
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Feature Story
11/16/2020
Lauren Mateja
The dearth of clinical images of the cutaneous manifestations of COVID-19 in higher Fitzpatrick skin types represents a larger problem: how can dermatology diagnose diseases in darker skin if clinicians do not know...
The dearth of clinical images of the cutaneous manifestations of COVID-19 in higher Fitzpatrick skin types represents a larger problem: how can dermatology diagnose diseases in darker skin if clinicians do not know...
The...
11/16/2020
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Cover Story
08/13/2020
Taylor Jamerson
Recent anti-racism movements have accentuated the longstanding need for increased training on darker skin types. The Skin of Color Society and its members are making strides in helping all dermatologists improve their knowledge.
Recent anti-racism movements have accentuated the longstanding need for increased training on darker skin types. The Skin of Color Society and its members are making strides in helping all dermatologists improve their knowledge.
Recent anti-racism movements...
08/13/2020
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Feature Story
06/11/2020
Ellen Anshelevich, BA; Victoria Williams, MD
Oculocutaneous albinism (OCA) is a rare genetic disorder that all physicians learn about in medical school, but it may never again cross your mind as a practicing dermatologist in the United States. However, in...
Oculocutaneous albinism (OCA) is a rare genetic disorder that all physicians learn about in medical school, but it may never again cross your mind as a practicing dermatologist in the United States. However, in...
...
06/11/2020
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Masterclasses in Dermatology Saturday Morning Live
Podcasts
05/20/2026
Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc; Alice Bendix Gottlieb, MD, PhD
Dr Shawn Kwatra joins hosts Dr Joseph Merola and Dr Alice Gottlieb to break down the neuroimmune biology of chronic itch, why pruritus persists even after skin clears, and what to do about it in your next clinic.
Dr Shawn Kwatra joins hosts Dr Joseph Merola and Dr Alice Gottlieb to break down the neuroimmune biology of chronic itch, why pruritus persists even after skin clears, and what to do about it in your next clinic.
Dr Shawn Kwatra joins hosts Dr...
05/20/2026
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Masterclasses in Dermatology Saturday Morning Live
Podcasts
05/20/2026
Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc; Alice Bendix Gottlieb, MD, PhD
Dr Joseph Merola and Dr Alice Gottlieb are joined by Dr Brittany Weber, one of the first cardiodermatologists in the United States, to lay out the clinical case for owning cardiovascular risk assessment in inflammatory skin disease.
Dr Joseph Merola and Dr Alice Gottlieb are joined by Dr Brittany Weber, one of the first cardiodermatologists in the United States, to lay out the clinical case for owning cardiovascular risk assessment in inflammatory skin disease.
Dr Joseph Merola and Dr Alice...
05/20/2026
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Allen
Videos
05/20/2026
Sarah L. Allen, MD
Dr Sarah Allen discusses the science behind combining PDGF-BB, hyperdilute calcium hydroxylapatite, and microneedling to improve cellulite, striae, and skin laxity through regenerative biostimulation.
Dr Sarah Allen discusses the science behind combining PDGF-BB, hyperdilute calcium hydroxylapatite, and microneedling to improve cellulite, striae, and skin laxity through regenerative biostimulation.
Dr Sarah Allen discusses the...
05/20/2026
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Mesinkovska
Videos
05/20/2026
Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska, MD, PhD
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska discusses how rapid weight loss associated with GLP-1 receptor agonists is reshaping body contouring in aesthetic dermatology.
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska discusses how rapid weight loss associated with GLP-1 receptor agonists is reshaping body contouring in aesthetic dermatology.
Dr Natasha Mesinkovska discusses...
05/20/2026
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Masterclasses in Dermatology Saturday Morning Live
Podcasts
05/19/2026
Joseph F. Merola, MD, MMSc; Alice Bendix Gottlieb, MD, PhD
The bar for treating psoriasis has moved dramatically—from PASI 50 to PASI 75 to complete clearance—and the field is now seriously asking whether remission is an achievable clinical goal, not just an aspirational one.
The bar for treating psoriasis has moved dramatically—from PASI 50 to PASI 75 to complete clearance—and the field is now seriously asking whether remission is an achievable clinical goal, not just an aspirational one.
The bar for treating psoriasis...
05/19/2026
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Anna Bar
Videos
05/12/2026
Anna Bar, MD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Anna Bar shares practical insights on mastering interpolation flaps in Mohs reconstruction, including how to select the right flap based on defect size and location, avoid common technical mistakes, and optimize outcomes.
Dr Anna Bar shares practical insights on mastering interpolation flaps in Mohs reconstruction, including how to select the right flap based on defect size and location, avoid common technical mistakes, and optimize outcomes.
Dr Anna Bar shares practical...
05/12/2026
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Raj Chovatiya
Videos
05/01/2026
Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD; Riya Gandhi, MA
Dr Raj Chovatiya explores the neuroimmune mechanisms driving prurigo nodularis, highlighting the role of type 2 inflammation, IL-31–mediated itch signaling, and cytokines like IL-4 and IL-13 in fibrosis and neuronal sensitization.
Dr Raj Chovatiya explores the neuroimmune mechanisms driving prurigo nodularis, highlighting the role of type 2 inflammation, IL-31–mediated itch signaling, and cytokines like IL-4 and IL-13 in fibrosis and neuronal sensitization.
Dr Raj Chovatiya explores the...
05/01/2026
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Adam Sutton, MD, MBA
Videos
04/27/2026
Riya Gandhi, MA
Discover how Dr Adam Sutton approaches complex skin cancer reconstructions.
Discover how Dr Adam Sutton approaches complex skin cancer reconstructions.
Discover how Dr Adam Sutton...
04/27/2026
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John Zampella, MD, FAAD
Videos
04/16/2026
Shehla Admani, MD; Michael J. Payette, MD, MBA, FAAD; Melodie Young, MSN, GNP; John Zampella, MD, FAAD
This session explores evidence-based approaches to treatment selection for genital and intertriginous psoriasis, emphasizing the role of nonsteroidal and systemic therapies. Learn how shared decision-making and patient-centered goal setting...
This session explores evidence-based approaches to treatment selection for genital and intertriginous psoriasis, emphasizing the role of nonsteroidal and systemic therapies. Learn how shared decision-making and patient-centered goal setting...
This session explores...
04/16/2026
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Michael Payette, MD, MBA, FAAD
Videos
04/16/2026
Shehla Admani, MD; Michael J. Payette, MD, MBA, FAAD; Melodie Young, MSN, GNP; John Zampella, MD, FAAD
Experts examine the multidimensional burden of genital and intertriginous psoriasis, including effects on intimacy, daily functioning, and psychological well-being. Gain insight into the clinical consequences of delayed diagnosis and the...
Experts examine the multidimensional burden of genital and intertriginous psoriasis, including effects on intimacy, daily functioning, and psychological well-being. Gain insight into the clinical consequences of delayed diagnosis and the...
Experts examine the...
04/16/2026
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News
06/17/2024
Jessica Garlewicz
Historically, dermatology research and clinical practices have overlooked critical aspects of care for individuals with skin of color.
Historically, dermatology research and clinical practices have overlooked critical aspects of care for individuals with skin of color.
Historically, dermatology...
06/17/2024
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News
01/17/2023
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers conducted an online, population-based survey made up of a nationally representative sample of individuals.
Researchers conducted an online, population-based survey made up of a nationally representative sample of individuals.
Researchers conducted an online,...
01/17/2023
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News
03/08/2022
Jessica Garlewicz
Patients were seen for aesthetic discomfort, particularly in bilateral lesions and a fear of breast cancer.
Patients were seen for aesthetic discomfort, particularly in bilateral lesions and a fear of breast cancer.
Patients were seen for aesthetic...
03/08/2022
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News
02/03/2022
Jessica Garlewicz
Researchers aimed to gain evidence of the reliability and validity of the SHI compared to the physician global assessment score.
Researchers aimed to gain evidence of the reliability and validity of the SHI compared to the physician global assessment score.
Researchers aimed to gain...
02/03/2022
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News
04/25/2021
The importance of sun protection to prevent photoaging is well known but another factor contributing to skin aging is often overlooked.
The importance of sun protection to prevent photoaging is well known but another factor contributing to skin aging is often overlooked.
The importance of sun protection...
04/25/2021
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News
03/19/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Lysine crotonylation, a post-translational modification previously studied in oncology, may play a role in psoriasis pathogenesis, according to a translational study comparing protein modification profiles in lesional and non-lesional skin.
Lysine crotonylation, a post-translational modification previously studied in oncology, may play a role in psoriasis pathogenesis, according to a translational study comparing protein modification profiles in lesional and non-lesional skin.
Lysine crotonylation, a...
03/19/2026
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FDA Alerts
03/18/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Icotyde (icotrokinra) for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older.
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Icotyde (icotrokinra) for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older.
The US Food and Drug...
03/18/2026
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FDA Alerts
03/17/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Cosentyx for the treatment of pediatric patients aged 12 years and older with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa.
The US Food and Drug Administration approved Cosentyx for the treatment of pediatric patients aged 12 years and older with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa.
The US Food and Drug...
03/17/2026
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News
03/11/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Socioeconomic status appears to influence pediatric atopic dermatitis, but the direction and strength of the association remain unclear.
Socioeconomic status appears to influence pediatric atopic dermatitis, but the direction and strength of the association remain unclear.
Socioeconomic status appears to...
03/11/2026
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FDA Alerts
03/10/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
On March 6, 2026, the US Food and Drug Administration approved Sotyktu (deucravacitinib) for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis.
On March 6, 2026, the US Food and Drug Administration approved Sotyktu (deucravacitinib) for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis.
On March 6, 2026, the US Food...
03/10/2026
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News
03/03/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Biologic therapy for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis was associated with marked improvements in psychological distress and quality of life in a real-world clinical setting.
Biologic therapy for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis was associated with marked improvements in psychological distress and quality of life in a real-world clinical setting.
Biologic therapy for...
03/03/2026
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psoriasis
News
02/03/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
Anxiety and depression symptoms can still occur in young adults with well-controlled psoriasis, even when disease activity is minimal, according to a cross-sectional study exploring psychological distress and its potential biological...
Anxiety and depression symptoms can still occur in young adults with well-controlled psoriasis, even when disease activity is minimal, according to a cross-sectional study exploring psychological distress and its potential biological...
Anxiety and depression symptoms...
02/03/2026
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psoriasis
News
01/22/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
A new systems biology study using mathematical modeling provides insight into how cytokine imbalance drives psoriasis flares and suggests that restoring immune-epidermal feedback.
A new systems biology study using mathematical modeling provides insight into how cytokine imbalance drives psoriasis flares and suggests that restoring immune-epidermal feedback.
A new systems biology study...
01/22/2026
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Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma
News
01/06/2026
Jessica Garlewicz
An updated evidence-based review outlines contemporary strategies for evaluating and managing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
An updated evidence-based review outlines contemporary strategies for evaluating and managing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
An updated evidence-based review...
01/06/2026
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Atopic dermatitis
FDA Alerts
10/06/2025
Riya Gandhi, MA
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA approved ZORYVE (roflumilast) cream 0.05% for the topical treatment of mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients aged 2 to 5 years.
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA approved ZORYVE (roflumilast) cream 0.05% for the topical treatment of mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients aged 2 to 5 years.
On October 6, 2025, the US FDA...
10/06/2025
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