Why Good Dermatologists Melasma, Acne Scars, & Sunspots: Stop Treating Them the Same
Biopsies are still the gold standard for diagnosing skin cancer, but the future of detection is changing fast. From the AOCD Meeting in Orlando, Laura Ferris discusses how dermoscopy, mole mapping, total body photography, and AI-powered tools are transforming skin cancer screening and improving patient care.
The Customer is Not Always Right: Why Healthcare is Different
“The customer is always right” doesn’t apply in healthcare. Patient-centered care isn’t about giving patients everything they ask for—it’s about partnering with them to make the safest, most evidence-based decisions. Sometimes the most important prescription is the confidence to say, ‘This isn’t the best choice for you—and here’s why.’ Learn more about navigating challenging patient conversations and evidence-based prescribing in Dr. Shannon Trotter’s latest discussion with Dr. Jim Del Rosso.
Why Good Dermatologists Don’t Always Give You What You Ask For
Biopsies are still the gold standard for diagnosing skin cancer, but the future of detection is changing fast. From the AOCD Meeting in Orlando, Laura Ferris discusses how dermoscopy, mole mapping, total body photography, and AI-powered tools are transforming skin cancer screening and improving patient care.
Bringing Hives Back to Dermatology
Chronic urticaria (hives) is often misunderstood as primarily an allergic condition, when in reality most cases have no identifiable trigger. While acute hives may be linked to allergies, infections, or medications, chronic spontaneous urticaria is typically driven by immune system dysregulation rather than a specific allergen. Advances in treatment have transformed management, shifting the focus from an often-fruitless search for triggers to effective disease control. Dermatologists are uniquely positioned to diagnose, manage, and improve quality of life for patients with chronic hives, making urticaria a condition that should remain firmly within the scope of dermatologic care.
Hives Uncovered: What You Need to Know
Chronic hives can affect far more than the skin, impacting sleep, focus, mental health, and daily life. In this episode, dermatologist Dr. Walter Liszewski shares expert insights on the causes of urticaria, common misconceptions, and emerging treatments that are changing patient care.
Psoriasis: We’ve Come a Long Way
Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects up to 40% of people with psoriasis. Early recognition and treatment are critical to prevent irreversible joint damage, reduce systemic inflammation, and improve long-term quality of life. Dermatologists play an essential role in identifying symptoms early and coordinating comprehensive care that addresses both skin and joint health.
Could Your Joint Pain Actually Be Psoriatic Arthritis?
Biopsies are still the gold standard for diagnosing skin cancer, but the future of detection is changing fast. From the AOCD Meeting in Orlando, Laura Ferris discusses how dermoscopy, mole mapping, total body photography, and AI-powered tools are transforming skin cancer screening and improving patient care.
The AI Revolution: From Wendy’s to Your Skin Cancer Diagnosis
AI may help detect skin cancer faster, but it can’t replace clinical judgment and human connection. In my latest conversation with Dr. Laura Ferris, we discuss where AI stands in dermatology today—and the questions we still need to answer for tomorrow.
Beyond the Biopsy: How AI Is Changing Skin Cancer Detection
Biopsies are still the gold standard for diagnosing skin cancer, but the future of detection is changing fast. From the AOCD Meeting in Orlando, Laura Ferris discusses how dermoscopy, mole mapping, total body photography, and AI-powered tools are transforming skin cancer screening and improving patient care.
The Middleman Effect: PBMs and Rising Drug Costs
Ever gone to the pharmacy to fill your prescription and suffered a little sticker shock? We can all relate to the cost of prescription drugs, some of us more than others. From January 2022 to January 2023 more than 4200 drugs had price increases and 46% were higher than the rate of inflation. During that […]