INTRODUCTIONVitiligo is an autoimmune pigmentary condition with a complex, multifactorial pathogenesis resulting in depigmentation of skin. It affects between 0.4-2% of the population worldwide.1 In recent years, vitiligo has seen…

INTRODUCTIONThe United States Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE) Step 1 scores are heavily factored for dermatology interview selection.1 Recently, the Step 1 scoring system changed from a three-digit score to Pass/Fail…

INTRODUCTIONRosacea has been described in the medical literature for centuries.1 Twentieth-century medical publications referred to multiple phases of rosacea, typically asserting its pathophysiology as “unknown.”2 In 2002, the National Rosacea…

INTRODUCTIONOn January 30th the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), followed by an official announcement on February 11th that the outbreak was caused…

INTRODUCTIONThe novel corona virus disease (COVID-19) is caused by a virus belonging to the betacorona virus family.1 The highly infectious nature of the disease, ability to spread through asymptomatic carriers,…

INTRODUCTIONTradition holds that laser procedures to treat acne vulgaris should be postponed at least 6 to 8 months after the end of systemic therapy with isotretinoin. This is based on…

INTRODUCTIONAtopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by eczematous lesions and pruritus that occurs in approximately 15%-30% of children and 2%-10% of adults worldwide.1,2 AD causes psychological,…

INTRODUCTIONThe approval of new drugs by the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a lengthy process, typically taking between 10-15 years from pre-clinical testing to approval, with…

INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis has a profound impact on the quality of life of its affected patients.1 Disturbing their emotional, social, physical, and financial well being, patients with psoriasis have reported a wide…

INTRODUCTIONAcne vulgaris, the most common dermatological disorder, can occur in the first weeks, months, or years of life.1-3 Pediatric acne can be categorized by age and pubertal status. Acne flares…

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