SKIN Angels Podcast

In this episode of the SKIN Angels Podcast, Peter Lio, MD, speaks with Ruchi Gupta, MD, MPH, founder of Yobee Care. Dr. Gupta shares how her daughter’s severe eczema and cradle cap inspired her to develop microbiome-supporting skin care products, and how her background as a pediatrician, researcher, and food allergy expert shaped the company’s mission. Together, they discuss the challenges of buil...

In this episode of the SKIN Angels Podcast, I sit down with Oliver Liu, co-founder and CEO of Topaz Biosciences and the Hypothesis brand, to explore one of the most exciting frontiers in dermatology: precision engineering of the skin microbiome. Oliver shares how his background in metagenomics, synthetic biology, and microbiome research led to the development of highly targeted enzymes designed to...

In this episode of the SKIN Angels Podcast, I sit down with Margaret Trainor, founder and CEO of Atmo Home, to explore the intersection of fragrance, wellness, environmental exposure, and the future of healthier living spaces. Margaret shares the personal experiences that inspired her to rethink everyday home products after discovering the soot and residue left behind by conventional candles in he...

In this episode of the SKIN Angels Podcast, Lauren Bell and Sandip Leihal share the personal experiences that inspired them to create Cosi Care, an innovative company focused on helping patients and families navigate the itch-scratch cycle through beautifully designed behavioral support devices and soothing skincare solutions. We discuss the emotional toll of chronic itch, the importance of replac...

In this episode of the SKIN Angels Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jennifer Soung, founder and chair of LEADderm, to discuss leadership, mentorship, and the evolving future of dermatology beyond clinical medicine. Jennifer shares the personal experiences that inspired her to create LEADderm, a unique conference focused on professional growth, community, leadership development, and purpose within derm...

In this episode of the SKIN Angels Podcast, I sit down with Susan Conover, co-founder and CEO of Piction Health, to explore one of the most pressing challenges in dermatology today: access to timely, expert care. Susan shares the personal story that sparked her journey into healthcare innovation. After being diagnosed with stage II melanoma at age 22 and facing a three-month wait to see a dermatol...

In this episode, I speak with David Lortscher, MD, founder of Curology, about the path from clinical practice to building and selling a successful healthcare startup. We discuss the mindset, skills, and decisions that help physicians succeed in entrepreneurship, and key lessons from his book, Why Doctors Win. This is a practical conversation for clinicians who are curious about innovation, startup...

In this episode of the SKIN Angels Podcast, I’m joined by Drs. Buu Duong and Ross Lane Pearlman of Stratum Biosciences, a company working to build the scientific and technological foundations for the next era of skin health. We discuss how deep knowledge of skin biology, pathology, and formulation science can be paired with artificial intelligence to translate biological insights into practical so...

Needle phobia affects over 60% of people and keeps millions from getting the care they need. Dr. Manju Dawkins, dermatologist and founder of Thimble, decided to do something about it. She joins us to share the personal moment that launched her company, what she learned the hard way, and the practical advice she wishes she had on day one. More at https://thimblehealth.com/

A brief introduction to the Strategic Knowledge and Investment Network (SKIN) Angels and a review of the DERMS Scale:  **D — Differentiation**  How does this company or vision rise above existing solutions, competitors, or well-known ideas in the market? **E — Evidence**  What data, science, or real-world validation supports the concept and reduces reliance on speculation? **R — Relevance**  Does...