INTRODUCTIONVitiligo is an acquired autoimmune disorder characterized by the development of depigmented, non-scaly macules or patches on the skin, hair, or both.1 With an estimated prevalence of 0.5% to 2%,…

Clinical ChallengeRosacea is a common chronic inflammatory skin condition that impacts 2-22% of fair-skinned populations.1 There are four clinical subtypes of rosacea: erythematotelangiectatic, papulopustular, phymatous, and ocular.2 However, most patients…

Acne vulgaris (AV) is one of the most common diseases that we encounter in our clinics every day.1Yet, despite the dermatology community’s perceived familiarity with acne vulgaris, it is worthwhile…

IntroductionTopical medication is a staple in the treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris. Not only is it an efficient way to deliver therapy to the source of the disease,…

INTRODUCTIONHyperhidrosis is a disorder of excessive sweating that can be idiopathic (primary) or secondary to medical conditions or medications.1 Primary hyperhidrosis (axillae, hands, and feet) affects 3-5% of the US…

INTRODUCTIONOnychomycosis afflicts millions world-wide, causing nail disfigurement, pain, and increased risk of soft tissue infections. Although a variety of systemic and topical antifungals are available, treatment failure remains high due…

INTRODUCTIONTopical therapy of psoriasis is commonplace, especially as most skin lesions are limited to localized areas such as the elbows and knees. Topical corticosteroids (TCS) are the most widely prescribed…

INTRODUCTIONInterest in minimally invasive cosmetic procedures is increasing,1 with patients pursuing the use of fillers for volume loss, peels, and laser treatments for photoaging, and energy-based devices for skin tightening…

INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated, inflammatory disease that affects more than 7 million adults in the United States.1 In recent years, tremendous progress has been made in understanding disease pathogenesis…

INTRODUCTIONHigh intensity focused fractional radiofrequency (HIFRF) microneedling is FDA cleared for the treatment of facial wrinkles. The system is designed with a unique technology that is safe for use on…

INTRODUCTIONAtopic dermatitis is a chronic skin condition causing itching, dry, and painful skin, that affects 11% of children and 3-7% of adults in the United States.1-3 Atopic dermatitis can dramatically…