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Derms and Conditions

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Hear from the leading dermatologists and experts as they discuss the hottest topics in dermatology. Tune in for clinical practice tips and treatment pearls you can implement quickly and efficiently into your busy practices!2025 Dermsquared Enfermedades Físicas Higiene y Vida Saludable
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  • Acne Therapy: It’s Not Just the Tools You Have—It’s How You Use Them!

    Acne Therapy: It’s Not Just the Tools You Have—It’s How You Use Them!
    Apr 2 2026
    In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, is joined by Hilary Baldwin, MD, for a treatment-focused discussion on acne management, with particular attention to how newer topical therapies are reshaping treatment approaches. They begin by reflecting on how patient expectations and therapeutic options have shifted over the past decade. Dr Baldwin highlights improvements in topical formulations that have enhanced both efficacy and tolerability, allowing many patients with mild to moderate and even some severe acne to be managed with topicals alone. This shift has also reduced reliance on prolonged oral antibiotic use. They next address practical considerations, including access and adherence. Dr Baldwin discusses the role of specialty pharmacies in helping ensure patients receive prescribed therapies without substitution and the importance of providing specific skin care recommendations to minimize irritation and improve outcomes. A key focus of the conversation is topical clascoterone, a first-in-class androgen receptor inhibitor that targets the androgen-sebum pathway and reduces sebum production progressively over time. They emphasize the benefit of initiating it early and setting appropriate expectations with patients, as its therapeutic effects build over 2 to 3+ months. Both clinicians advocate pairing clascoterone from the outset with a combination of topical agents that addresses other pathophysiologic cascades in acne to provide early visible improvement while supporting longer-term disease control. Other agents, such as benzoyl peroxide, topical retinoids, and clindamycin, are available in combination topical formulations to allow for ease of use, including a triple-combination topical gel. They also discuss strategies for simplifying complex regimens, especially for younger patients, and review admixture data supporting compatibility between clascoterone and other topical agents. Tune in to the episode for practical pearls on designing combination topical regimens, setting realistic expectations with patients, and applying these strategies to optimize acne management. Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Content provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only. Please consult with a physician regarding any health-related diagnosis or treatment.
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    26 m
  • Attention to Lupus is Long Overdue! Better Understanding of Disease Leads to Better Therapies

    Attention to Lupus is Long Overdue! Better Understanding of Disease Leads to Better Therapies
    Mar 19 2026
    In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, welcomes Joseph Merola, MD, for a clinically focused discussion on updates in cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE). Long considered an area with limited therapeutic progress, CLE is gaining renewed attention as advances in disease biology and immunopathogenesis begin to inform new therapeutic approaches. They begin by discussing the importance of early recognition, particularly for scarring forms such as discoid lupus erythematosus, where permanent damage often drives diagnosis rather than earlier inflammatory changes. To help clinicians recognize disease activity sooner, Dr Merola shares a practical mnemonic (PASTE) highlighting features including follicular plugging, atrophy, scarring, telangiectasia, and erythema. They next discuss the clinical nuances of subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, including the need to evaluate for drug-induced disease. Medications such as hydrochlorothiazide and over-the-counter proton pump inhibitors may act as triggers and require careful medication history review. They next review current and emerging treatment strategies. While first-line therapy remains centered on antimalarials such as hydroxychloroquine, attention is increasingly turning toward targeted therapies approved for other immune-mediated diseases. For example, anifrolumab, which inhibits type I interferon signaling and is approved for systemic lupus, has demonstrated activity in cutaneous lupus and is being evaluated in dedicated trials. Similarly, the TYK2 inhibitor deucravacitinib, approved for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, has shown signals of efficacy for lupus-associated skin disease in early studies. They then discuss investigational therapies being developed specifically for lupus pathways. Among these is litifilimab, a monoclonal antibody targeting plasmacytoid dendritic cells to reduce type I interferon signaling. With fast-track designation and emerging clinical data, litifilimab highlights ongoing efforts to develop therapies directed at key immunologic drivers of both cutaneous and systemic lupus. Tune in to the full episode to hear diagnostic pearls for recognizing CLE earlier, strategies for identifying drug-induced disease, and perspectives on emerging therapies under investigation for cutaneous lupus.
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    32 m
  • Modern Training Of Future Dermatologists: Maintaining Core Fundamentals In A Rapidly Changing Educational Landscape

    Modern Training Of Future Dermatologists: Maintaining Core Fundamentals In A Rapidly Changing Educational Landscape
    Mar 12 2026
    In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, welcomes Michelle Tarbox, MD, for a candid discussion about the realities of leading a dermatology department and training the next generation of dermatologists. Dr Tarbox reflects on the vision she brought to her role as department chair and the principles that guide her approach to residency education. Central to that philosophy is cultivating enthusiastic, lifelong learners. While a strong grounding in foundational dermatology, including historical therapies, is essential, she emphasizes that residents must also be fluent in emerging therapies and evolving evidence. She highlights the value of conferences, podcasts, and other modern educational resources that help clinicians remain current while connecting learning to real-world practice. The conversation also explores the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine. Dr Tarbox notes that AI tools are becoming increasingly accessible and may support educational development and information gathering. However, she cautions that technology should complement, not replace, clinical judgment. Both clinicians agree that medical students and residents must learn to critically evaluate AI-generated content, verify references, and take responsibility for the work they sign their names to. She shares practical strategies for mentoring trainees in this area, including careful citation review and clear expectations around responsible AI use. Finally, she reflects on the leadership lessons she has learned since becoming chair, including the importance of communication, collaborative decision-making, and balancing ambitious ideas with institutional realities. Tune into the episode to hear Dr Tarbox share insights on dermatology leadership, residency education, responsible use of emerging technologies, and the behind-the-scenes decisions that shape the training of future dermatologists.
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    23 m
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