LearnSkin

Learn Skin with Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar

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The Learn Skin Podcast investigates the intersection of Eastern and Western medicine to inform an Integrative approach to Dermatology. Join co-hosts Dr. Raja Sivamani and Dr. Hadar Lev-Tov as they discuss the latest in scientific research and treatment options with leading experts in integrative medicine and dermatology.

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 31: What's Eating You? A SIBO Primer 14.11.2019

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 dermatol...

Episode 30: Celebrating Integrated Dermatology - Highlights of the 2019 Integrative Dermatology Symposium 07.11.2019

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 wit...

Episode 29: Harnessing the Power of the Moment – Integrating Mindfulness into Patient Care Video 31.10.2019

Helping patients and their families effectively deal with long-term, chronic skin conditions is an important part of your toolkit. Have you considered adding mindfulness to their treatment plan?  Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology. This week, Mamta Jhaveri, MD drops by to talk about...

Episode 28: Restoring the Skin's Natural Balance with Kamedis 24.10.2019

As we transition into dry, cool, wind-whipped days, your patients may be looking for moisturizers to support their skin. Do they ask you for natural product recommendations?  Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology. This week Michael Traub, ND discusses the data behind botanically rich p...

Episode 27: Compounding Pharmacy in a Changing Practice Landscape 17.10.2019

Not all existing medications and topicals are a good fit for our patients. Have you tried compounding?  Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology.. Learn the latest on compounding from Natalie Gustafson, PharmD this week! Natalie Gustafson, PharmD, specializes in a holistic approach to med...

Episode 26: Food Relationships, Food Addiction, Weight Wellness, Lifestyle and Medicine 10.10.2019

This week, board certified emergency physician and lifestyle medicine physician Dr. Heather Hammerstedt drops by to discuss the relationships between food and food addictions, weight wellness, lifestyle and medicine with Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar. Heather Hammerstedt MD MPH is a board certified emergency physician and lifestyle medicine physician, as well as a certified integrative nutrition health c...

Episode 25: Natural Approaches to Skin Care with Burt's Bees 03.10.2019

This week, board certified dermatologists Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar welcome Dr. Hemali Gunt, Head of Clinical and Scientific Affairs at Burt's Bees, to discuss the science and the clinical data of natural approaches to skin care and sensitive skin. This week's Learn Skin Podcast is brought to you by Burt's Bees. Burt's Bees creates natural, Earth-friendly personal care products that are formulated to...

Episode 24: Genital Psoriasis - Approaches to Discussion, Diagnosis, and Treatment 26.09.2019

This week on the Learn Skin podcast, board certified dermatologist and chair of the LearnSkin Psoriasis program, Jennifer Soung, MD discusses the impact of genital psoriasis on patients with Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar and offers practical tips for treatment of this more common and lesser known disease. Disclaimer: Dr. Soung has served as a clinical research investigator for Eli Lilly. Register today f...

Episode 23: Dermatology The Naturopathic Way 19.09.2019

Join us this week as Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar delve into the topic of naturopathic approaches to dermatology and the treatment of acne with published author and licensed naturopathic doctor, DeJarra Sims, ND. Join Dr. Sims and leading world experts in skin care at the 2019 Integrative Dermatology Symposium coming to you October 3-5 at the beautiful Coronado Marriott in San Diego, CA.  https://integr...

Episode 22: Skin: The Traditional Chinese Medicine Way 12.09.2019

This week, Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar discuss skin and Traditional Chinese Medicine with Mazin Al-Khafaji FRCHM, MATCM, a world renowned master herbalist, teacher, and clinician in the field of dermatology and Chinese medicine. To learn more, log on to The International TCM Dermatology website at   tcmdermatology.org . Continue the conversation with Mazin at the upcoming 2019 Integrative Dermatology S...

Episode 21: Physician Burnout: Harnessing the Power of Your Inner Resources to Find Balance 05.09.2019

This week, board certified dermatologist Dr. Hadar Lev-Tov interviews integrative functional medicine practitioner and founder of Advanced Health, Dr. Payal Bhandari, MD about how to avoid physician burnout by returning to core values and taking care of self. Like what you hear? Continue the discussion with Dr. Bhandari live at the 2019 Integrative Dermatoogy Sympoisum at the beautiful Coronado Ma...

Episode 20: Sleep Like a Baby: Integrative Strategies to Improve Sleep for Young Patients with Eczema 29.08.2019

This week, Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar discuss strategies for getting a good night's sleep for families of children with atopic dermatitis with board-certified dermatologist and eczema expert, Dr. Vivian Shi. Catch Dr. Shi at the upcoming 2019 Integrative Dermatology Symposium at the beautiful Coronado Marriott in San Diego CA from October 3-5. Register today at  https://integrativedermatologysymposium...

Episode 19: The Science of Skin Care: From Skin Type to Regimen 22.08.2019

This week, Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar interview board certified dermatologist and author, Leslie Baumann, MD. Dr. Baumann has done extensive research on skin types and founded the University of Miami Cosmetic Medicine and Research Institute which later became the Baumann Cosmetic and Research Institute. Continue the discussion with Dr. Baumann live at the 2019 Integrative Dermatology Symposium at the...

Episode 18: Ancient Ways and Modern Advances: Herbalism in Traditional Chinese Medicine 15.08.2019

Board certified dermatologists Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar discuss Herbalism from a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective with Dr. Trevor Erikson, Registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Province of British Columbia. Dr. Erikson will be speaking at the upcoming 2019 Integrative Dermatology Symposium from October 3-5 in beautiful San Diego, Ca. Join us at the beach for this can't be...

Episode 17: Eating Your Way Towards Healthy Skin - Better Living Through Diet and Nutrition 08.08.2019

Join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar this week as they interview board certified dermatologist Dr. Rajani Katta, author of Glow: The Dermatologist's Guide to a Whole Foods Younger Skin Diet, on the role that diet and nutrition play in skin health. Interested in finding out more? Join us for the 2019 Integrative Dermatology Symposium from October 3-5, 2019 and continue the discussion with Dr. Katta at the C...

Episode 16: High Carb vs High Fat Diet - Is there a Clear Winner? 01.08.2019

Join board certified dermatologists Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar for an in-depth conversation about the benefits and pitfalls of high carbohydrate vs high fat diets in the second half of a two part-series with Kimber Stanhope, RD, PhD, a research nutritional biologist and trained registered dietitian from the Department of Molecular Biosciences at the University of California, Davis. Looking to take par...

Episode 15: Sugars and the Glycemic Index 25.07.2019

This week, board cert i fied dermatologists Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar delve into the science behind sugars and the glycemic index with Kimber Stanhope, RD, PhD, a research nutritional biologist and trained registered dietitian from the Department of Molecular Biosciences at the University of California, Davis.   Dr. Kimber Stanhope is Research Nutritional Biologist in the Department of Molecular Bios...

Episode 14: Integrative Medicine Matters 18.07.2019

Join us this week as Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar speak with world-renowned Integrative Cardiologist Mimi Guarneri, MD about why integrative medicine matters when it comes to treating health conditions. Get to the root causes of disease and dis-ease with the President of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine.

Episode 13: Consumer or Patient? Exploring the Differences 11.07.2019

This week on the Learn Skin Podcast, board certified dermatologists Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar discuss the problems that arise when patients are viewed as consumers, as well as the implications of patients taking the view of a consumer when seeking out care.  Listeners, do you believe that health care practitioners should read their reviews? Join the discussion by commenting on our post in the Faceboo...

Episode 12: Naturopathy and the Role of Humor in Medicine 04.07.2019

This week, Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar talk about harnessing the power of laughter to boost patient health and enhance your medical practice with Dr. Michael Traub, a naturopathic doctor and medical director of Lokahi Health Center, an integrative clinic in Kailua Kona, Hawaii. Michael Traub ND is medical director of Lokahi Health Center, an integrative clinic in Kailua Kona, Hawaii. His father was a d...

Epsiode 11: Integrative Approaches to Eczema 27.06.2019

Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar discuss Integrative Approaches to Eczema with Dr. Peter Lio, a board certified dermatologist and Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology & Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Peter Lio is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He received his medical degre...

Episode 10: The Intersection Of Ayurveda And Integrative Dermatology 20.06.2019

This week, board certified dermatologists Dr. Hadar and Dr. Raja discuss the role that Ayurveda plays in Integrative Dermatology.

Episode 9: Choosing the Right Herbs and Natural Oils 13.06.2019

Join us this week as Dr. Raja Sivamani discusses the skin benefits of herbs and oil preparations with Ayurvedic Health Practitioner Amy Branum.  Amy Branum is an herbalist, Ayurvedic practitioner, and flower essence therapist. She holds a bachelors degree in Biology, a graduate degree from the California College of Ayurveda, and has been working with herbal medicine for 15 years. Amy has worked at...

Episode 8: The Benefits and Science Behind the Use of Cannabinoids in Integrative Dermatology 06.06.2019

Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar discuss the benefits and science behind the endocannabinoid system and its uses in integrative dermatology with board certified dermatologist Dr. Jeanette Jacknin. Dr. Jacknin is a board-certified dermatologist, author, national speaker, and consultant, with expertise in holistic dermatology, natural cosmeceuticals, and topical hemp and cannabinoids for beauty and health. Sh...

Episode 7: Innovations in Integrative Dermatology 30.05.2019

This week, Hadar Lev-Tov, MD touches on the connection between integrative dermatology and technology. For more information on the use of virtual reality in bedside procedures, click on the following link: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/bjd.17682 .  How do you incorporate technology into your clinic? Let us know: https://www.facebook.com/learnskin/  or  https://www.instagram.com/...

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