Dermcast

Step Up for Skin Health: Know Before You Go is a Hill Day advocacy training webinar hosted by the Society of Dermatology Physician Associates. Featuring Deborah Horwitz, PA-C, Chair of the Government Affairs Committee, and Killian Lozach, Director of Advocacy & Membership, the session prepares participants to confidently engage lawmakers on key dermatology policy issues at our Hill Day happeni...

In this episode of Dermcast.live, listeners hear from Allyssa Clapsaddle, PA-C – a seasoned dermatology physician associate with extensive clinical experience and a strong commitment to education and advocacy. With a background in both private practice and academic settings, Allyssa brings a thoughtful, patient-centered perspective to the field. This episode, recorded live at SDPA Las Vegas, showc...

In this episode of Dermcast.live, Dr. Tracey C. Vlahovic – a board-certified podiatric physician, professor at Samuel Merritt College, and the first U.S. podiatrist to complete a fellowship in podiatric dermatology – shares her expertise on nail pathology. Recorded live at SDPA Las Vegas, the session offers practical insights into diagnosing and managing nail conditions, with a focus on equipping...

Matthew Zirwas, MD, break down key clinical bullets that will revolutionize how you approach atopic dermatitis (AD) and related conditions. From JAK inhibitors (JAKi), IL-4, and IL-13 targeting therapies to the latest insights on psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and red face syndrome, this is your go-to guide for staying ahead in dermatology.

Dr. Marc Serota, who is triple board certified in dermatology, allergy/asthma/immunology and pediatrics, engages learners with a discussion on recognizing and treating Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria. Learners will hear more about: The classification and different presentations of urticaria/angioedema. Common and rare causes of urticaria/angioedema Available treatment options

Faculty: Allison Arthur, MD, FAAD The objective of this podcast is to delve into successful collaboration methods between Physician Assistants (PAs) and supervising physicians. The goal is to improve patient care, increase job satisfaction, and reduce burnout. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped to: Discuss different collaborative strategies between PAs and physicians in an ou...

Faculty: Pooja Chitgopeker, MD Learn the basic mechanism of laser technology and ways in which to utilize the correct laser to treat common dermatologic concerns. Highlights of this program include explanations of: The basics of laser technology. The use of lasers to treat vascular lesions. The use of lasers to treat pigmented lesions. The use of lasers in the treatment of scarring and addressing...

Faculty: David Altman, MD, FAAD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Division of Internal Medicine, Michigan State University School of Medicine David Altman, MD, FAAD, provides an overview of the diagnosis and management of some of the less famous, but still important cutaneous malignancies such as Merkel cell carcinoma, sebaceous carcinoma and microcystic adnexal carcinoma, all of which a dermatologic...

Faculty: Cory Rubin, MD, FAAD, Michigan Dermatology Institute In this lecture, Cory Rubin, MD, FAAD, addresses the evaluation and treatment of hyperhidrosis. He reviews information Derm PAs need to know and how they can apply best practices to make a real difference in patient care. Listeners will learn: The basic pathophysiology of primary hyperhidrosis. A clinical evaluation of hyperhidrosis. Di...

Faculty: Jason Roddick, DMSc, MBA, PA-C, California Skin Institute This lecture serves as a review and instructional tool for improving providers’ understanding of coding. The goal is to identify and improve coding for ethical and correct collections as well as reduction of coding errors. In the lecture, Jason Roddick, DMSc, MBA, PA-C, will: Explain criteria E/M coding changes implemented as of Ja...

  Faculty: Robert Micheletti, MD – Philadelphia, PA Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Director of the Cutaneous Vasculitis Clinic, Penn Vasculitis Center Medical training, Duke University School of Medicine     Dr. Micheletti discusses the impact of dermatology consultation on the care of medically complex hospitalized [...]

  Faculty: Temitayo Ogunleye, MD – Philadelphia, PA Assistant Professor, Dept of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Degree, University Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine Dermatology Residency training, University of Michigan     Join Dr. Ogunleye for this podcast for a discussion on the clinical findings and treatment recommendations for Central [...]

  Faculty: Joslyn Kirby, MD – Hummelstown, PA Bachelor’s Degree from Virginia Tech Medical Degree from the University of Virginia Faculty at Penn State University in Hershey, PA   To round out the 3-part series, Dr. Kirby discusses the latest dermoscopy research related to new data on special body sites, [...]

  Faculty: Joslyn Kirby, MD – Hummelstown, PA Bachelor’s Degree from Virginia Tech Medical Degree from the University of Virginia Faculty at Penn State University in Hershey, PA   Listen in as Dr. Kirby applies what was covered in Part 1 to actual dermatology cases. Featured cases include special body [...]

  Faculty: Joslyn Kirby, MD – Hummelstown, PA Bachelor’s Degree from Virginia Tech Medical Degree from the University of Virginia Faculty at Penn State University in Hershey, PA   Join Dr. Joslyn Kirby for Part 1 of a 3-part dermoscopy podcast for a review of the 2-step algorithm for dermoscopy, [...]

  Faculty: Douglas DiRuggiero, DMSc, MHS, PA-C Graduated with Honors from the Duke University Physician Assistant Program Holds a Masters Degree in Health Sciences Awardee, Georgia Humanitarian PA of the Year Awardee, 2018 Presidential Volunteer Service Lifetime Achievement Award.   The cannabis therapeutic landscape is changing rapidly with new articles [...]

  Faculty: Cynthia Griffith, MPAS, PA-C Graduated summa cum laude from John Brown University Master’s degree in physician assistant studies from UT Southwestern School of Health Professions JDPA, Dermatology Grand Rounds Editor since 2013 2017 UT Southwestern’s Physician Assistant of the Year   Anyone with a suppressed immune system including [...]

  Faculty: Alex Flamm, MD, Penn State University, Hershey, PA Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology at Penn State Hershey Medical Center Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Dermatology residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center Dermatopathology fellowship at University of Pennsylvania     Dr. Alex Flamm shares how to [...]

  Faculty: Temitayo Ogunleye, MD – Philadelphia, PA Assistant Professor, Dept of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Degree, University Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine Dermatology Residency training, University of Michigan     In this podcast, Dr. Ogunleye shares how to accurately identify papulosquamous disease in the Skin of Color patient [...]

  Faculty: Lindsay Ackerman, MD – Phoenix, AZ Doctorate of Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Arizona College of Medicine Dermatology Training, Tulane University Founder, Medical Dermatology Specialists   Listen in as Dr. Ackerman explains clinical findings in complex medical dermatology cases including the [...]

  Faculty: Rajani Katta, MD – Houston, Texas Clinical Professor of Dermatology, University of Texas, Houston Founder, Baylor College of Medicine, Contact Derm Clinic Member, Media Expert Team, AAD     Dr. Rajani Katta explores the effect of diet in dermatology. First addressing common myths and misconceptions about skin and [...]

  Faculty: Jonathan Dyer, MD – Columbia, Missouri Phillip C. Anderson Professor and Interim Chair, Dept. of Dermatology, University of Missouri Derm Residency, University of Missouri Pediatric Derm Fellowship, Northwestern University   Dr. Dyer helps listeners recognize the most common inherited skin disorders seen by dermatology practices. He then discusses [...]

  Faculty: Leigh Ann Rola, MPAS, PA-C – Philadelphia, PA PA, Dermatology Section at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Areas of Expertise include atopic dermatitis, acne, skin infections – warts, molluscum, fungal and bacterial including MRSA     Learn to identify patients who are good candidates for systemic isotretinoin therapy, as [...]

  Faculty: Ilanit Samuels, PA-C BA in Psychology and Biology, Yeshiva University Masters of Clinical Medical Science, Barry University Medical Director, Baumann Cosmetic and Research Institute     Listen in as Ilanit Samuels, PA-C explains the importance of a written skin care regimen using scientific evidence. She provides tips on [...]

  Faculty: James Treat, MD – Bryn Mawr, PA Associate Professor, Clinical Pediatrics & Dermatology, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Education and Fellowship Director of Pediatric Dermatology, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Pediatrics Residency, Hospital of University of Pennsylvania Pediatric Dermatology Fellowship, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia     This [...]