Perspectives & Practice Insights
Clinical commentary, education, and community stories from across the Alliance.
From Itch to Intervention: Breakthroughs from Rapids 2026
What happens when clinical research meets real-world patient care?
Beyond the Skin: Catching the Subtle Clues of Psoriatic Arthritis
At the Rapids 2026 conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Eileen Cheever, PA-C, sat down with rheumatologist Dr.
Jul 10, 2026
Skin, Pills, and Shots: The Cutting Edge of Dermatology
The 2026 Elevate Derm Rapids Conference brought together some of the brightest minds in dermatology to discuss where the field is heading.
Jul 03, 2026
Connecting the Dots: Allergy and Dermatology in Focus
The intersection of dermatology and allergy is a fascinating space where two disciplines meet to solve some of the most frustrating, chronic conditions patients face.
Jun 26, 2026
Getting Under the Skin of Chronic Itch
What if everything you thought you knew about treating an itchy patient was wrong?
Jun 19, 2026
From Presentation to Clinic: Managing HS and IBD
Managing chronic inflammatory diseases requires a keen diagnostic eye and a dynamic approach to treatment. At the RAPIDS 2026 conference in Fort Lauderdale, Eileen Cheever, PA-C, sat down with Dr.
Jun 12, 2026
A Systematic Approach to Hair Loss and Scalp Dermatoses
At the Rapids 2026 conference in Fort Lauderdale, Eileen Cheever, PA-C, sat down with Dr. Oyetewa Asempa to discuss practical, systematic frameworks for diagnosing and managing hair loss.
Jun 09, 2026
Masterclass in Melasma & Vitiligo: New 2026 Insights
Managing chronic pigmentary disorders can feel like a game of medical whack-a-mole. Just when you think a patient’s skin is clearing up, a 10-minute walk to the mailbox triggers a full-blown rebound.
Jun 04, 2026
FDA Approves OTC Differin® Epiduo® for Acne Management
Galderma has announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Differin® Epiduo® Acne Gel (Adapalene 0.1% / Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5%) for over-the-counter (OTC) use in individuals aged 12 years and older.
Jun 01, 2026
Navigating JAK Inhibitors, Shingles in Kids, & Advanced Derm Therapies
The rapid evolution of immunodermatology has given clinicians unprecedented tools to treat complex skin conditions, but it has also introduced a new matrix of clinical decisions. At the 2nd Annual Elevate-Derm Rapids Conference in Ft.
May 31, 2026
The Future of Immunodermatology: JAK Inhibitors and Genetic Profiling
From the mechanisms of cellular machinery to the cutting edge of personalized medicine, immunodermatology is advancing rapidly.
May 27, 2026
Overcoming the "Conference Panic": A Newer APP’s Guide to Navigating Dermatology Events (Without the Anxiety)
We’ve all seen the forum threads and social media posts. A newer clinician hops online and essentially asks for a "How to Attend a PA Conference for Dummies" guide.
May 24, 2026
How Dermatology CME Conferences Keep APPs Current
The field of dermatology is moving at a breakneck pace. With a steady stream of newly approved biologic therapies, expanding indications for JAK inhibitors, and evolving diagnostic protocols, staying at the forefront of patient care requires continuous…
May 21, 2026
How to Choose a Dermatology CME Conference in 2026
Selecting the right dermatology conferences for PAs and NPs has become a strategic career decision. You invest significant time and CME funding into these events; they need to deliver tangible ROI for your practice and your patients.
May 17, 2026
From RAPIDS to Rural Kansas
Advancing Immunodermatology Where It’s Needed Most. "ELEVATING" the standard of care across the entire state.
May 04, 2026
RAPIDS Conference Day 4
2nd Annual RAPIDS | Immuno-Dermatology Conference
Apr 26, 2026
RAPIDS Conference Day 3
2nd Annual RAPIDS | Immuno-Dermatology Conference
Apr 26, 2026
RAPIDS Conference Day 2
2nd Annual RAPIDS | Immuno-Dermatology Conference
Apr 25, 2026
2026 RAPIDS Conference Day 1
2nd Annual RAPIDS | Immuno-Dermatology Conference
Apr 24, 2026Medication Update: New Pediatric Approval for DUPIXENT® in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU)
DUPIXENT has expanded its support for younger patients with a new pediatric indication for Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU).
Apr 23, 2026
Kicking Off RAPIDS: Arrival Day and the 2026 JAK Institute Symposium
Kicking Off the 2nd Annual RAPIDS Conference with JAK-iNSTITUTE Symposium
Apr 23, 2026
Video Blog: The Art of Patient-Centered Communication
PA Kenneth Korber shares practical tips on building trust, translating medical jargon, and extending the visit beyond the exam room to help patients actually follow through.
Apr 10, 2026
Video Blog: Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Focus: Latest Findings
Dr. Micheletti on why HS providers should embrace the role, act within the "window of opportunity," and screen for the systemic comorbidities that ride along with the disease.
Apr 03, 2026
Video Blog: Think Fast! Dermatology Urgencies & Emergencies
Robert Micheletti, MD, breaks down how to spot serious cutaneous adverse drug reactions early — from DRESS red flags and drug timing to post-DRESS autoimmune sequelae and atypical lesions in immunosuppressed patients.
Mar 31, 2026
Video Blog: Infectious Disease Updates 2025
Dr. Robert Micheletti reviews 2025 infectious disease highlights for dermatology — drug-resistant Trichophyton indotineae, leprosy, measles, and antibiotic stewardship.
Mar 27, 2026
Video Blog: Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer: Outcomes and Quality of Life
Rebecca Hartman, MD, on when topicals beat surgery for low-risk non-melanoma skin cancers, how she uses active surveillance, and the case for oral nicotinamide.
Mar 24, 2026
Video Blog: Practical Pearls From the Pigmented Lesion Clinic
Dr. Rebecca Hartman shares practical answers on total body photography, when (and how) to biopsy dysplastic nevi, the two-step dermoscopy algorithm, and melanoma follow-up intervals.
Mar 20, 2026
Video Blog: Complex Eczema/Urticaria/Allergy Cases Part 1
Dr. Dareen Siri walks through how to spot the patient whose flushing and urticarial lesions may be more than CSU — and the two simple blood tests that point toward systemic mastocytosis.
Mar 17, 2026
Video Blog: Complex Eczema/Urticaria/Allergy Cases Part 2
Dr. Peter Lio breaks down two complex cases — a five-year-old with staph-driven AD and recurrent infections, and a 20-year-old who cycled through dupilumab, a JAK, and finally nemolizumab — from the Elevate-Derm Alliance panel.
Mar 13, 2026
Video Blog: Antimicrobial Resistance & How to Deal With It
Ted Rosen, MD, on rising resistance in impetigo, acne, and scabies — and the practical alternatives, from ozenoxacin to spinosad, that keep treatment working.
Mar 10, 2026
Video Blog: Annual Derm Evidence Review with Practical Application
Dr. Ted Rosen reviews the past year's dermatology evidence — from teledermatology and a new cetirizine warning to HRT and skin cancer risk, plantar pigmented lesions, isotretinoin dosing, and HS lifestyle changes.
Mar 06, 2026
Video Blog: Allergy/Immunology Workup for the Dermatology APP
Allergist/immunologist Dr. Dareen Siri joins Veronica Richardson to cover red flags for primary immunodeficiency, adult-onset food allergy, and what's new in food immunotherapy for dermatology APPs.
Feb 27, 2026
Video Blog: Adverse Effects of Topical Corticosteroids & Alternatives
Dr. Peter Lio on being a good steward of topical steroids, recognizing topical steroid withdrawal, and the non-steroidal and integrative tools that now fill the gap.
Feb 20, 2026
Video Blog: Vitiligo: A Practical Approach for APPs
Buchi Neita, PA-C, and Diego Dasilva, MD, talk through a practical vitiligo workflow for APPs — from comorbidities and workup to photoprotection, phototherapy, and off-label JAK inhibitors.
Feb 13, 2026
Video Blog: Management & Future of CSU in Dermatology
Dr. Dareen Siri, an allergist-immunologist, walks through how to confirm a CSU diagnosis before treating, why antihistamines still come first, and the newer targeted therapies now available.
Feb 06, 2026
Video Blog: Rheumatology and Dermatology Q & A
Rheumatologist Dr. Julio Gonzalez answers rapid-fire questions on spotting psoriatic arthritis risk, ordering the right pre-referral workup, reading myositis panels, and the CAR-T therapies reshaping connective tissue disease.
Feb 03, 2026
Video Blog: Biomechanics in Podiatric Dermatology
Larissa Schmidt, DPM, explains why understanding foot mechanics is the key to treating calluses, and shares her approach to keratolytics, diabetic foot care, and when to refer to podiatry.
Jan 30, 2026
Video Blog: Trace Elements, Supplements, & Diet in Atopic Dermatitis
Peter Lio, MD, unpacks why elimination diets usually fail in atopic dermatitis, the barrier hypothesis behind food allergy, and which supplements and probiotics actually earn a place in care.
Jan 23, 2026
Video Blog: Managing Psoriasis & Comorbidities with a Rheumatologist
Rheumatologist Dr. Julio Gonzalez shares a top-to-bottom "quick and dirty" joint exam, high-yield questions for inflammatory back pain, and how psoriatic arthritis domains and comorbidities drive treatment choices.
Jan 16, 2026
Video Blog: How I Treat the Tough Stuff: Alopecia Tips & Tricks
Dr. Crystal Aguh unpacks the Downy Hair Sign, insulin resistance in CCCA, and why "protective style" can be a curse word in her clinic.
Jan 09, 2026
Video Blog: Inflammatory Pathways in Acne and Rosacea
Dr. Hilary Baldwin breaks down the four pillars of acne pathophysiology, why inflammation comes first, and how tetracyclines target both acne and rosacea.
Jan 02, 2026
Video Blog: Beyond the Rash: Diagnosing Connective Tissue Diseases
Rheumatologist Julio Gonzalez, MD, breaks down how to tell a true malar rash from its mimics, when a lupus patient needs to be seen "tomorrow," and why PPIs top his drug-induced culprit list.
Dec 26, 2025
Cutaneous Medicine Education Foundation
The dermatology field advances quickly with new therapies, diagnostic tools, and expanding patient needs.
Dec 22, 2025
Video Blog: Diagnosing and Managing Rosacea in Patients with Skin of Color
Hilary Baldwin, MD explains why rosacea is harder to spot once you take redness out of the picture — and how to treat skin of color patients without triggering iatrogenic hyperpigmentation.
Dec 19, 2025
Video Blog: Advances in Alopecia
Dr. Crystal Aguh breaks down practical strategies for alopecia — from maximizing minoxidil to first-line topical JAK inhibitors for frontal fibrosing alopecia and distinguishing dissecting cellulitis from folliculitis decalvans.
Dec 12, 2025
Management of Acne: Efficacy of Sarecycline in a Chinese Cohort
Recent findings from a phase 3 clinical trial have shed light on the therapeutic potential of sarecycline for the management of moderate-to-severe acne vulgaris among a cohort of 391 Chinese patients aged 9 to 45.
Dec 08, 2025
Video Blog: Keloids in 2025
Dr. Hilary Baldwin unpacks what we still don't know about keloids — why they form, why earlobes are easier — and the practical no-cut and surgical options she reaches for.
Dec 05, 2025
Understanding Shared Decision Making: Origins and Insights
Shared decision-making gained traction in the 1980s and remains the preferred model for health care interactions to this day.
Nov 24, 2025
Disease Modification and Implications in Dermatology
Disease modification is a concept suggesting that early therapeutic intervention alters the natural disease course in immune-mediated inflammatory conditions.
Nov 19, 2025
2025 Elevate-Derm Alliance Fall Conference Day 4
Elevate-Derm Alliance Fall Conference Day 4
Nov 16, 2025
2025 Elevate-Derm Alliance Fall Conference Day 3
Elevate-Derm Alliance Fall Conference Day 3
Nov 15, 2025
2025 Elevate-Derm Alliance Fall Conference Day 2
Elevate-Derm Alliance Fall Conference Day 2
Nov 15, 2025
2025 Elevate-Derm Alliance Fall Conference Day 1
Elevate-Derm Alliance Fall Conference Day 1
Nov 14, 2025
Navigating Nutrition: How the Mediterranean Diet Can Transform Psoriasis Management
One of the most common questions I get when talking with my patients living with psoriasis is, “Are there any foods I should avoid?” This question often comes from the patients' desire to have an active role in their disease management.
Nov 10, 2025
Elevating Anti-Aging with Biostimulators
As dermatology providers, we are often asked about cosmetic concerns due to aging skin. Many of our patients are concerned about achieving “natural results” while also wanting to see improvements to their skin quality.
Nov 06, 2025
Elevate-Derm Summer Conference Clinical Insights Day 4
Clinical Insights from the 2nd Annual Elevate-Derm Summer Conference at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Park City, Utah
Nov 04, 2025
Video Blog: Lessons Learned in Acne & Rosacea
Shanna Miranti, PA-C, shares hard-won protocols for prescribing isotretinoin — from scheduling and specialty pharmacies to preventing recurrence and treating post-acne scarring.
Oct 31, 2025
Video Blog: Dermatologic Conditions in Skin of Color
Buchi Neita, PA-C, shares practical pearls for recognizing normal variants, hyperpigmentation, alopecias, skin cancers, and inflammatory dermatoses in skin of color patients.
Oct 29, 2025
Video Blog: The Art of Connection: Building Meaningful Rapport with Skin of Color Patients
Buchi Neita, PA-C, on building trust with skin of color patients — historical mistrust, implicit bias, patient-provider concordance, and the small gestures that make a meticulous exam feel safe.
Oct 27, 2025
Video Blog: Complex Psoriasis Cases: Navigating Diagnositic & Therapeutic Challenges
Dr. Megan Prouty on the psoriasis-dermatitis overlap: how to spot two diseases in one patient, why biopsies can mislead, and treatments that cover both morphologies.
Oct 24, 2025
Video Blog: Interesting Cases from Inpatient Consults
Lauren Madigan, MD, on working up neutrophilic dermatoses, why you should always biopsy pyoderma gangrenosum, and reading the colors of the skin at the bedside.
Oct 22, 2025
Video Blog: Biologic Selection and Treatment Sequencing in Psoriasis
Dr. Megan Prouty on what she looks for first in psoriasis patients, how she screens for axial psoriatic arthritis, and how she uses methotrexate and cyclosporine alongside biologics.
Oct 20, 2025
Video Blog: Vitiligo for Advanced Clinicians: Key Takeaways
Dr. Naiem Issa unpacks vitiligo for advanced clinicians — quality-of-life counseling, the risks of depigmentation therapy, the halo nevi–melanoma connection, and treating the "holistic" patient.
Oct 17, 2025
Video Blog: Unraveling Chronic Itch
Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C, explains how he quantifies chronic itch, works up the elderly patient, tackles polypharmacy, and builds his treatment ladder — from monoclonal antibodies to strontium.
Oct 15, 2025
Elevate-Derm Summer Conference Clinical Insights Day 3
Clinical Insights from the 2nd Annual Elevate-Derm Summer Conference at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Park City, Utah
Oct 14, 2025
Video Blog: The Evolving Landscape of STIs
Dr. Amy Spizuoco breaks down the three stages of syphilis and shares her practical treatment approach to molluscum and HPV-related genital warts.
Oct 13, 2025FDA Approves ZORYVE® (roflumilast) Cream 0.05% for Atopic Dermatitis in Young Children Ages 2-5
Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. has announced the FDA approval of ZORYVE® (roflumilast) cream 0.05% for the treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis in children aged 2 to 5 years.
Oct 12, 2025Novartis Receives FDA Approval for Rhapsido® (Remibrutinib) as a Novel Treatment for Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
On September 30, 2025, Novartis announced the FDA approval of Rhapsido® (remibrutinib), marking it as the first oral Bruton’s tyrosine kinase inhibitor (BTKi) approved for the treatment of chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) in adults who remain symptomatic…
Oct 11, 2025
Video Blog: Complex Medical Dermatology: Top Diagnoses You Can't Afford to Miss
Lauren Madigan, MD, walks through how to work up the itch-without-rash patient — from cryptic prebullous pemphigoid to systemic causes you can't afford to miss.
Oct 10, 2025FDA Approves TREMFYA® for Pediatric Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis
In a significant advancement for pediatric care, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved TREMFYA (guselkumab) for the treatment of children aged 6 years and older with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis (PsO) or active psoriatic arthritis…
Oct 09, 2025
Immunotherapy in Dermatology: Innovations and Clinical Applications
Dr. Anisha Patel explains why immune checkpoint inhibitors are both friend and foe to dermatology, and how to manage the cutaneous toxicities that affect over half of patients on combination therapy.
Oct 08, 2025
Clinic to Podium: Why Dermatology PAs and NPs Should Share Their Voice
As practicing Dermatology PAs and NPs, we often find ourselves juggling patient care, prior authorizations, and staying up-to-date on the latest treatment guidelines.
Oct 07, 2025
Wake Up Dermatology: It's Time To Talk About Sleep; The Importance of Sleep for Skin Health and Skin Disease
Dr. Tina Bhutani explains why sleep belongs in the dermatology conversation — from the immunologic link to fragmented sleep in psoriasis and atopic dermatitis to the comorbidities patients and clinicians share.
Oct 06, 2025
Video Blog: My Approach to AD in 2025
Alexandra Golant, MD shares her 2025 approach to atopic dermatitis — from the early-intervention window that may halt the atopic march to patch testing on systemics and treatment-selection pearls.
Oct 03, 2025Efficacy and Safety of Ruxolitinib Cream in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis: TRuE-AD3 Study Findings
A phase 3 study (TRuE-AD3) evaluated the efficacy and safety of ruxolitinib cream in children aged 2-11 years with mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis (AD).
Oct 03, 2025
Video Blog: Skin as a Window: Identifying Cancer Syndromes Through Cutaneous Clues
Anisha Patel, MD, uses cutaneous clues to flag hidden malignancy — from distinguishing paraneoplastic pemphigus from SJS to spotting Bazex syndrome, sebaceous neoplasms, and scalp metastases.
Oct 01, 2025
Video Blog: Alopecia Update: What You Should Know in 2025
Dr. Amy Spizuoco breaks down how she approaches alopecia in 2025 — from scarring vs. non-scarring workups to metformin for CCCA and combination therapy for androgenetic hair loss.
Sep 29, 2025
Video Blog: Recent Advances in Atopic Dermatitis: New Insights & Treatment Strategies
Dr. Alexandra Golant on diagnosing heterogeneous AD, the new non-steroidal topicals, expanding biologics, and how she frames the JAK inhibitor boxed warning for patients.
Sep 26, 2025
15 Tips from 15 Years in Practice
After 15 years in dermatology, I’ve learned lessons that go beyond textbooks. Here are 15 practical tips that can help students, new clinicians, and seasoned healthcare practitioners alike.
Sep 25, 2025
Video Blog: ELEVATE-ing the Science: A Review of Abstract Submissions
NP Victoria Garcia-Albea explains why poster sessions matter at Elevate-Derm and walks through the AD abstracts that caught her eye — three-year lebrikizumab data, long-interval topicals, and a first-ever oral IL-23.
Sep 24, 2025
Video Blog: Pediatric Dermatologic Emergencies
Jim Treat, MD breaks down three pediatric dermatologic emergencies — measles, DRESS, and staph scalded skin syndrome — and the clinical clues that separate them from ordinary viral rashes.
Sep 22, 2025
Video Blog: Navigating Pediatric Vascular Anomalies: Diagnosis & Treatment Insights
Dr. Jim Treat breaks down the typical time course of infantile hemangiomas and shares the subtle skin clue — multiple thumbprint-like red patches — that can flag CM-AVM syndrome and life-threatening AVMs.
Sep 19, 2025
Video Blog: Treating High Impact Sites In Psoriasis
Dr. Tina Bhutani explains why high-impact sites like the scalp, genitals, folds, and palms/soles deserve aggressive treatment—and shares practical occlusion and combination tips to get patients clear.
Sep 18, 2025
Cleared for Competition: A Dermatology Provider’s Game Plan for Tackling Fall Sports Dermatoses
Are you ready for some…Fall Sports Dermatoses??
Sep 17, 2025
Elevate-Derm Summer Conference Clinical Insights Day 2
Clinical Insights from the 2nd Annual Elevate-Derm Summer Conference at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Park City, Utah
Sep 16, 2025
Video Blog: Chronic Urticaria: Next Major Frontier in Dermatology
Dr. Walter Liszewski breaks down chronic spontaneous urticaria versus chronic inducible urticaria, his guideline-based workup, and when to move beyond antihistamines to newer systemic and oral therapies.
Sep 12, 2025
Video Blog: JAK Inhibitors: Tips for Integration into Practice
Dr. Liszewski makes the case for JAK inhibitors in dermatology, offering a concise way to frame the black box warning and sharing where he reaches for them on- and off-label.
Sep 10, 2025
Psoriasis In The Summer: Friend Or Foe?
Psoriasis is an immune-mediated condition with many triggers, including environmental factors, such as seasonal variations. So, how do we counsel our patients about managing their psoriasis during the warmer summer months?
Sep 08, 2025
Video Blog: Mucosal Dermatology: Oral & Genital Cases
Dr. Walter Liszewski makes the case that dermatology should own oral and genital mucosal disease, with practical tips on lichen planus, cheilitis, and the genital exam.
Sep 05, 2025
The Hair & Scalp Exam: Tools, Techniques, and Cultural Nuance
The scalp is often overlooked during dermatologic evaluations. A thoughtful scalp exam requires more than a quick glance. It demands attention to detail, the right tools, and cultural awareness.
Sep 04, 2025
Video Blog: Melanonychia: When to Biopsy & How To Decide
Dr. Ata Moshiri breaks down the features that make melanonychia concerning, why you must biopsy the nail matrix (not the nail bed), and how to time follow-up when you're monitoring.
Sep 03, 2025
Should We REALLY Be Smearing Beef Tallow On Our Skin?
So, if you haven’t heard, beef tallow is all the rage when it comes to skin care products. Beef tallow is made by skimming the fat off beef and has been touted as a fantastic moisturizer, helping to prevent wrinkles and acne.
Sep 01, 2025
Video Blog: Patch Testing Demystified: Distinguishing Positives from False Positives and Ensuring Relevance
Walter Liszewski, MD, and Kara Mudd, PA-C, break down patch testing — from choosing comprehensive over true test to medication holds, timing, and making positives relevant for patients.
Aug 29, 2025
Video Blog: Atypical Nevi: A Dermatopathologist's Guide to Patient Conversations
Dr. Ata Moshiri explains why he favors "atypical" over "dysplastic" nevi, walks through the MPATH grading scheme, and offers practical advice on what to do with moderately atypical path reports.
Aug 27, 2025
Video Blog: Contact Dermatitis Conundrums: A Panel Discussion on Challenging Cases
Walter Liszewski, MD, and Kara Mudd, PA-C, work through real contact dermatitis cases — natural products, gel nails, healthcare-worker hand dermatitis, PPD hair dye, and carmine — and how to find safe substitutes instead of just saying "never again."
Aug 22, 2025
Video Blog: From Report to Reality: Understanding Pathology Results
Dr. Ata Moshiri on why "tissue is the issue": choosing the right biopsy, sending enough of it, and giving the dermatopathologist the clinical information to get the diagnosis right the first time.
Aug 20, 2025Pediatric Hidradenitis Suppurativa Linked to Multiple Health Conditions
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) often begins in childhood or adolescence and leads to pain and scarring.
Aug 18, 2025Low-Dose Isotretinoin Shows Promise for Moderate to Severe Seborrheic Dermatitis
A recent study compared daily 10 mg vs 20 mg isotretinoin in patients with moderate to severe seborrheic dermatitis (SD).
Aug 11, 2025
Elevating My Summer at Camp Wonder
This summer, I had a life-changing week as a medical volunteer at Camp Wonder in Rutledge, Georgia. Camp Wonder is a camp designed specifically for children and adolescents with chronic (and often rare) skin disorders.
Aug 07, 2025Long-Term Botox Use - Lasting Effectiveness and Patient Satisfaction
A new retrospective study offers reassuring data on the long-term cosmetic use of OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox).
Aug 04, 2025Microneedling Shows High Patient Satisfaction and Low Risk in Facial Rejuvenation
As demand grows for non-surgical aesthetic procedures, microneedling (MN) has gained significant traction as a treatment for signs of facial aging.
Jul 29, 2025
2025 Elevate-Derm Summer Day 4
Complex Psoriasis, Skin of Color Insights, and Acne Pearls Close the Conference
Jul 27, 2025
2025 Elevate-Derm Summer Day 2
Pediatric Pearls and Disco Fever
Jul 26, 2025
2025 Elevate-Derm Summer Day 1
From Biopsy Tips to Bold Breakthroughs
Jul 25, 2025Focused update: Guidelines of care for the management of atopic dermatitis in adults
In 2023 and 2024, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) released updated guidelines for managing atopic dermatitis (AD) in adults, focusing on both topical and systemic therapies.
Jul 22, 2025
RAPIDS Clinical Insights - Day 4
Day 4 Clinical Insights from the Inaugural RAPIDS Conference at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Jul 20, 2025
A Summer Guide to Park City, Utah: What to Do While Attending Your Conference
Attending the Elevate-Derm summer conference in Park City, Utah? Take this opportunity to explore the nearby Wasatch Mountains while treating yourself to the charming town culture and history of Park City.
Jul 20, 2025
Precepting PA and NP Students in Dermatology: An Introduction
Clinical rotations are mandatory for the education of nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants/associates (PAs).
Jul 16, 2025
Video Blog: Fulfilling Great Expectations: Safe Medical Managment of Skin Disease in Pregnancy
Jenny Murase, MD, walks through safe treatment of acne, eczema, and other skin disease in pregnancy — from over-the-counter topicals to antibiotic choices and the timing of biologic exposure.
Jul 11, 2025
From Pixels to Patients: How AI Is Reshaping Dermatology
Artificial intelligence (AI) has sprinted from sci-fi concept to daily clinical companion. Broadly, AI refers to computers trained to mimic human reasoning.
Jul 10, 2025
Video Blog: Pearls in Pediatric Care
Lisa Swanson, MD, shares pediatric eczema pearls: which "natural" products actually have evidence, why food rarely drives eczema, and how to handle live vaccines on dupilumab.
Jul 09, 2025
Mail-Order Pharmacies in Dermatology
Mail-order pharmacies have become commonplace in the dermatology field over the past decade. If you are a dermatology advanced practice provider (APP) and prescribe branded medications, you have likely utilized a mail-order pharmacy.
Jul 08, 2025
Video Blog: Dermatologic Care of New Mothers
Jenny Murase, MD, on teasing apart bacterial, Candida, and Raynaud's causes of nipple/breast pain in nursing mothers — and why biologics should never be a reason to stop breastfeeding.
Jul 07, 2025
Video Blog: Pediatric Lumps and Bumps
Lisa Swanson, MD, shares practical pearls on pediatric pyogenic granulomas, eclipse nevi on the scalp, and a quick trick to tell a corn from a wart.
Jul 04, 2025
Bringing Clearer Skin and Confidence to Salt Lake City
Utah’s dermatology APPs had the incredible opportunity to host a Free Acne Clinic—an event rooted in the belief that everyone deserves access to expert acne care, regardless of cost.
Jul 03, 2025
Video Blog: Baby Bumps: Understanding the Dermatoses of Pregnancy
Jenny Murase, MD, shares practical pearls on the dermatoses of pregnancy — from measured antihistamine dosing to spotting intrahepatic cholestasis before it threatens the pregnancy.
Jul 02, 2025
RAPIDS Clinical Insights - Day 3
Day 3 Clinical Insights from the Inaugural RAPIDS Conference at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Jul 01, 2025
Video Blog: Dermoscopy of Special Sites
Dr. Ash Marghoob explains why the face, palms and soles, nails, and mucous membranes require a distinct dermoscopic approach — and the melanocyte stem-cell biology that drives what we see.
Jun 30, 2025
Video Blog: Psoriasis Evolution: Where We've Been and What's To Come
Dr. Jason Hawkes traces the psoriasis oral treatment story from apremilast to the TYK2 inhibitor deucravacitinib and a coming oral IL-23 receptor blocker, plus what's ahead for less common subtypes like GPP.
Jun 27, 2025New Combo Treatment PLLA and Fractional CO2 Laser: Hope for Acne Scars
A New Combo Treatment of PLLA and Fractional CO2 Laser Offers Hope for Acne Scars
Jun 26, 2025
Video Blog: Text Messages to a Pediatric Dermatologist
Lisa Swanson, MD, shares highlights from her pediatric derm lecture — the Aron regimen for facial eczema, treating peri-oral dermatitis, and distinguishing HSV from impetigo.
Jun 25, 2025
Video Blog: Challenging Cases in Atopic Dermatitis and Pruritus
Dr. Jason Hawkes unpacks dupilumab non-responders, the CTCL question, and targeted therapy for lichen planus and prurigo nodularis in this Elevate-Derm West interview.
Jun 23, 2025
Video Blog: Difficult Cases Learned in Blistering Diseases
Margaret Bobonich, FNP-C walks through the autoimmune blistering diseases APPs are most likely to encounter — from bullous pemphigoid to pemphigus vulgaris and dermatitis herpetiformis.
Jun 20, 2025
Video Blog: Methotrexate, Acitrecin, Cyclosporin: Revisiting Old Friends
Dr. James Song revisits methotrexate, acitretin, and cyclosporine — sharing practical tips on managing GI side effects, monitoring liver and kidney health, and where these old friends still earn their place.
Jun 18, 2025
Video Blog: Update on Atopic Dermatitis (AD) Therapeutics
Dr. James Song compares the three AD biologics, previews OX40-targeted therapies, and runs through emerging topicals and systemics from ruxolitinib to roflumilase and roluxel-class creams.
Jun 16, 2025
Video Blog: Checking Your Knowledge: Manifestations of Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Dr. James Song explains why dermatology providers are best positioned to manage the cutaneous immune-related side effects of checkpoint inhibitors — so patients can stay on cancer therapy that's working.
Jun 13, 2025
Video Blog: Discussions in Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU)
Dr. Jason Hawkes breaks down chronic spontaneous urticaria — how to separate acute from chronic, why the labs rarely find a cause, and where omalizumab and newer agents fit in.
Jun 11, 2025
Video Blog: Corticosteroids: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C weighs the benefits and the mounting risks of topical corticosteroids, and makes the case that cumulative steroid exposure deserves the same attention dermatology gives to newer non-steroidal options.
Jun 09, 2025
Video Blog: Updates in Hyperpigmentation
Suneel Chilukuri, MD, tackles melasma — his "most dreaded condition" — from senescent "zombie" fibroblasts to heat-shock-protein sunscreens, cysteamine, and exosomes.
Jun 06, 2025
Video Blog: What's in Our Cosmetic Tool Box for the Medical Derm Provider
Suneel Chilukuri, MD, shares how microneedling, exosomes, and polynucleotides give medical derm providers affordable, life-changing tools for scars, acne, PIH, and hair loss.
Jun 04, 2025Rilzabrutinib Shows Promise for Treating Tough Cases of Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
The phase 2 RILECSU clinical trial has brought encouraging news for patients suffering from chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) that doesn’t respond well to standard antihistamines.
Jun 03, 2025RAPIDS Clinical Insights - Day 2
Day 2 Clinical Insights from the Inaugural RAPIDS Conference at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Jun 01, 2025
Beyond Dermatology: Serving on the Boston Marathon Medical Team
Medicine has always been a way for me to serve others, while also satisfying my scientific curiosity.
May 29, 2025Oral Finasteride and Neuropsychiatric Side Effects: A Summary of Recent Findings
Multiple clinical studies suggest a potential link between oral finasteride and neuropsychiatric side effects, including depression and suicidal behavior.
May 19, 2025
Video Blog: Pathology Pearls and Pitfalls for the Experienced APP
Whitney High, MD, shares dermatopathology pearls for experienced APPs — the "three Ds" every requisition needs and how to biopsy bullous pemphigoid the right way.
May 14, 2025Exploring the PA-Specific Postprofessional Doctorate: What You Need to Know
As of 2024, the landscape of Physician Assistant (PA)-specific postprofessional doctorates reveals key insights for those considering advanced education.
May 12, 2025RAPIDS Clinical Insights - Day 1
Day 1 Clinical Insights from the Inaugural RAPIDS Conference at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
May 01, 2025
Why Change Is Hard: The Science Behind It
As healthcare professionals, we know that change is inevitable—whether it's a new treatment guideline, an updated protocol, or an entirely new way of delivering care. However, we often observe that implementing these changes can be incredibly challenging.
Apr 21, 2025Lebrikizumab Improves Itch, Itch Interference on Sleep, and Skin Pain in Patients With Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis Previously Treated With Dupilumab
In the open-label ADapt trial, lebrikizumab demonstrated significant improvements in managing symptoms of AD like itch, sleep disruption due to itching, and skin pain in patients who had previously been treated with dupilumab.
Apr 15, 2025
Staying at the Forefront of Your Profession: The Nuances of Adult Learning for Medical Professionals
Staying at the Forefront of Your Profession: The Nuances of Adult Learning for Medical Professionals
Apr 10, 2025
Is It Time to Become a Mentor? How an Experienced PA or NP Can Know They're Ready
As an experienced physician assistant/associate or nurse practitioner, you may reach a point in your career where you feel ready to share your knowledge and expertise with others.
Apr 07, 2025
Internal Body Temperature: Is 98.6°F Accurate?
Enhanced Metabolic Rates: Endothermic animals can sustain high levels of activity and metabolism, supporting fast movement, endurance, and complex behaviors.
Mar 20, 2025
Why am I so tired?
Sleep. Even as I write this blog I’m yawning!! While many factors can affect sleep, there are several things one can do to improve the quality, duration, and consistency of sleep. I would like to introduce you to the concept of “Sleep…
Mar 17, 2025
The Busy Derm PA Mommy Chronicles - Part Two
Life as a Physician Assistant and a busy mom is no small feat. Balancing patient care, endless forms, meal planning, school pick-ups, and probably some late-night science projects (with glitter) can be overwhelming. It’s easy to let…
Mar 14, 2025
Elevate-Derm West Conference 2024 Clinical Insights Day 2
What’s in Our Cosmetic Toolbox for the Medical Derm Provider: Suneel Chilukuri, MD
Mar 10, 2025
RAPIDS Conference Preview: Unveiling the Gut-Skin Connection in Immunodermatology
As the RAPIDS conference approaches, attendees are eagerly anticipating an exciting new series that will dive deep into the cutting-edge science of immunodermatology. We are thrilled to introduce the Gut-Skin Connection , a two-part…
Feb 24, 2025
Exciting Speaker Highlights for RAPIDS 2025 Immunodermatology Conference!
This year’s RAPIDS conference is set to provide invaluable insights, foster collaboration, and drive advancements in the field of immunodermatology. These innovative lectures and panel discussions unite the unique specialties of…
Feb 17, 2025Your Guide for Top Excursions When Planning Your Visit to Puerto Rico for The 2025 RAPIDS Conference
Smithsonian Magazine; A Brief History of Puerto Rico’s Mofongo; smithsonianmag.com; 1/27/2025…
Feb 10, 2025
Dermatology Certification for PAs and NPs
Over 75% found or anticipate finding a new job
Feb 07, 2025
The Lasting Value of Attending Medical Conferences in Person in a Post-COVID World
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the medical community—like many other industries—adapted rapidly to virtual platforms. Online webinars, remote workshops, and virtual conferences became the norm, offering an accessible way for…
Feb 03, 2025
Summary of NEMLUVIO in Atopic Dermatitis
NEMLUVIO, a humanized monoclonal antibody, is approved for treating adults and pediatric patients aged 12 years and older with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD).
Jan 20, 2025
Elevate-Derm West Conference 2024 Clinical Insights Day 1
Day 1: Thursday, November 7, 2024
Jan 13, 2025
Comparing Treatment Responses of Lebrikizumab, Dupilimab and Tralokinumab in Treating AD
This study explores the importance of treatment durability in real-world settings when managing chronic diseases like atopic dermatitis (AD), where symptoms can fluctuate over time, patients can pause treatments or not fully adhere to their prescribed…
Jan 12, 2025
Enhance Your Clinical Expertise: Learn About Immunology at the Upcoming RAPIDS Conference
As a dermatology physician assistant (PA), staying at the forefront of clinical advancements is key to providing the best care for your patients.
Jan 11, 2025
Image Analysis of Xerosis and AD Following Prebiotic Skincare Regimen in Ethnically Diverse Patients
This study explores differences in the epidemiology, clinical presentation, and disease course of atopic dermatitis (AD) in patients with Skin of Color (SOC) compared to their white counterparts.
Jan 06, 2025
The Power of Gratitude: A Key Practice for Healthcare Professionals
In the demanding world of healthcare, professionals often face long hours, emotional strain, and high-pressure situations. Amidst this, practicing gratitude can be a powerful tool for enhancing well-being, fostering resilience, and improving patient care.
Dec 23, 2024
Understanding Burnout in Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants/Associates
In the demanding world of healthcare, Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) are often on the front lines, providing critical care to patients while juggling a myriad of responsibilities.
Nov 22, 20242024 Elevate-Derm West Day 1
Elevate West Conference 2024 Day 1
Nov 10, 20242024 Elevate-Derm West Day 2
Another group wellness class, Sunrise Yoga, started conference day 2 of Elevate-Derm West. Conference-goers then made their way to the lecture hall for Dr. Suneel Chilukuri’s first lecture on the cosmetic toolbox for the medical derm provider.
Nov 10, 20242024 Elevate-Derm West Day 3
Elevate West Conference 2024 Day 3
Nov 10, 20242024 Elevate-Derm West Day 4
Elevate-Derm West Conference 2024 Day 4
Nov 10, 2024
Clinical Insights from Day 4 of the Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference in Boston, Massachusetts
Diagnosis and Management of Infantile Hemangiomas (Jennifer Huang, MD)
Nov 01, 2024
Writing a Case Report for Submission to a Medical Journal
Case reports are invaluable to the medical literature, providing insights into unique patient cases that may illuminate broader clinical practices. Writing a case report involves a structured approach to convey important clinical information effectively.
Oct 26, 2024
Expanding Patient Care in Dermatology: The Role of PAs and NPs
As the demand for dermatological care continues to rise, the shortage of board-certified dermatologists poses significant challenges.
Oct 21, 2024Clinical Insights from Day 3 of the Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference in Boston, Massachusetts
Update on Alopecia Areata (Jerry Shapiro, MD)
Oct 07, 2024Clinical Insights from Day 2 of the Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference in Boston, Massachusetts
Updates in Immunobullous Disorders (Brittney Schultz, MD)
Sep 09, 2024
Clinical Insights from Day 1 of the Elevate-Derm PA-NP East Conference in Boston, Massachusetts
Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (Susan Taylor, MD)
Aug 12, 2024
2024 Elevate-Derm East Derm Conference Day 4
Elevate-Derm East Conference Day 4
Aug 01, 20242024 Elevate-Derm East Derm Conference Day 3
Elevate-Derm East Conference Day 3
Jul 28, 2024
2024 Elevate-Derm East Derm Conference Day 1
Elevate-Derm East Conference Day 1
Jul 27, 20242024 Elevate-Derm East Derm Conference Day 2
Elevate-Derm East Conference Day 2
Jul 27, 2024
Video Blog Post: My Experience Attending an Elevate-Derm PA/NP Conference
Dermatology PA Jennifer Conner sits down with Larice, a repeat attendee, to talk about why she keeps coming back to Elevate-Derm and what the conference has changed in her practice.
May 27, 2024
Skin Cancer and Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a specialty within computer science that is focused on creating systems that can replicate human intelligence and problem-solving abilities.
May 18, 2024
The Elevate Derm Leadership Retreat 2024: Nurturing the “Why” Behind Elevate Derm
Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Sundance, Utah Elevate Derm hosted a weekend leadership Retreat in January 2024 for its visionary leadership team.
Mar 25, 2024
How Can PeDRA Help You Achieve Your Practice and Professional Aspirations?
I spoke with PeDRA (Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance) Executive Director, Mike
Feb 01, 2024
Martin Luther King, Jr. : All Day, Every Day
January brings a reflection of celebrated holiday traditions coupled with hope for a better year. We make resolutions for a multitude of reasons: personal, professional, or anything that takes us out of our “comfort zone.”
Jan 15, 2024
Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference Day 4
Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference Day 4
Nov 12, 2023
Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference Day 2
Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference Day 2
Nov 11, 2023
Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference Day 3
Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference Day 3
Nov 11, 2023
Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference Day 1
Elevate-Derm PA-NP Conference Day 1
Nov 10, 2023
Shared Decision Making
Shared Decision Making
Sep 06, 2023
New Pediatric Dermatology Specialty Group for NPs and PAs
Society for Pediatric Dermatology Creates a Special Interest Group for NPs & PAs
Aug 23, 2023
Dermatology NP and PA Training Programs
Many of us working in dermatology have experienced firsthand the incredible opportunity postgraduate dermatology programs offer advanced practice practitioners (APPs).
Apr 26, 2023
Eliminating Non-Compete Clauses from Employment Contracts
The Federal Trade Commission recently proposed a new rule that would prohibit employers from including noncompete clauses in employment agreements and enforcing those that currently exist.
Feb 16, 2023
Video: Advancing Your Career as a Dermatology PA & NP
A wine-and-cheese panel of dermatology PAs and NPs on getting published, building your CV, working with national organizations and industry, and precepting and mentoring students.
Jan 23, 2023
Video Interview: Experience as a New Attendee at the Elevate NP/PA Conference
Joleen Volz PA-C, a dermatology PA since 2003, shares why she came to Elevate Derm in Austin and which first-day sessions stood out.
Oct 14, 2022
Become the Next Legend in Dermatology
Have you ever heard the saying: “Big gates move on small hinges?” In the same way that a big door swings on a much smaller hinge; the small and seemingly insignificant events in our lives produce a much larger outcomes.
Sep 26, 2022
Video Interview: Experience as an Elevate Conference Attendee
Allison Wilbanks PA-C, a dermatology PA of 10 years practicing in Tyler, Texas, shares how she found her way into derm and why the pediatric lectures stood out at Elevate Austin.
Sep 16, 2022
Video Interview: Social Media in Dermatology
Allie McAllister FNP-C, DCNP shares how derm providers can build a social media presence — finding your niche, matching platforms to your patient demographic, and capturing before-and-after photos without filters.
Aug 19, 2022
One PA tells about her experience as an attendee at the Elevate-Derm Conference
Brandi Hernandez, PA-C, shares why she made the switch into dermatology and what brought her to the Elevate-Derm Conference in Austin.
May 06, 2022
Legends in Dermatology: Joe Monroe
Joe Monroe’s first career was as a medical technologist, but by 1976 he had decided on a change and applied to the PA Program at the University of Oklahoma.
Apr 25, 2022
Starting Again – Dealing with Employee Turnover
The narrative in my clinic aligns with a topic that has dominated news feeds recently: employee turnover. During the pandemic, we lost 30% of our beloved staff due to retirement or family/life changes.
Apr 01, 2022
Respect in the Workplace: 5 Actions that You Can Take to Enhance Office Relations and Morale
Unfortunately, it is common for PAs and NPs to feel a lack of respect in the workplace which can trigger a cascade of anger, frustration, resentment, and eventually lead to complete burn out.
Mar 10, 2022
Book Recommendations 2022: Fact, Fiction, and Clinical Dermatology
Elevate Derm’s Top Book Recommendations for 2022
Feb 25, 2022
Five Clues to Identify the Right Practice for Your Career Goals
Over the last 13 years, I have had the privilege and honor of serving 1000s of dermatology PAs and NPs during interview, contract negotiation, and job performance review scenarios.
Feb 25, 2022
Legends in Dermatology: Kasey D'Amato PA-C
Matthew - When and where did you start as a dermatology PA?
Feb 22, 2022
Video Interview on COVID19 Cutaneous Manifestations
Doug walks through the cutaneous signs of COVID-19 — from early oral and morbilliform eruptions to the well-documented "COVID toes" — and the skin reactions seen after vaccination.
Feb 04, 2022
Creating a local dermatology journal club for PAs and NPs
The pandemic has put much of our personal interactions on hold. When will we comfortably shake hands or hug a friend again? How we work, learn, and play has led to escalating virtual existence, both personally and professionally.
Feb 01, 2022
Perspectives in Acadamic Dermatology Practice
The entirety of my 18-year healthcare career has been within the halls of a university-based, academic health center.
Jan 30, 2022
Video Interview: Experience as an Elevate Conference Attendee
Lisa, an Atlanta-based PA, shares why Elevate Derm is one of her favorite conferences — from the lineup of lecturers to the resort-like setting.
Nov 01, 2021
PA and NP Contract Negotiations
I have had the opportunity to negotiate many high stake’s situations during my physician assistant and private equity career--sometimes for potential seven-figure deals. Fortunately, I have been guided by incredibly successful and experienced business coaches.
Oct 12, 2021PA NP Entrepreneur
My path to becoming a PA Entrepreneur has had plenty of ups and downs! Early in my career I knew I was interested in business, I was comfortable with numbers, had lots of passions, surrounded myself with very successful business owners and mentors, and I knew…
Sep 17, 2021
Diet and Dermatology
1. Tell us a little about yourself.
Aug 06, 2021
Our Vocation as Healers
If you are like me, you came into medicine with preconceived notions of what it means to be a healthcare provider. I wanted to practice small-town family medicine, where I thought the most significant opportunity to impact patients existed.
Jun 06, 2021
Billing Coding 2021 Dermatology PAs NPs
A proposed bill before Congress would put a 2-year freeze on Medicare services set for 2021 pay cuts.
Dec 30, 2020
Payment Transparency NPs PAs Dermatology
The Open Payment program by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) will be updated in 2021 to include five new provider types: Physician assistants, Nurse practitioners, Clinical nurse specialists, Certified registered nurse anesthetists…
Dec 30, 2020