Socioeconomic and racial disparities continue to plague the house of medicine and importantly the current generation of trainees. One clear area in need of reform is the U.S. dermatology residency…
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INTRODUCTIONActinic keratosis (AK) is a common intraepithelial atypical proliferation of keratinocytes that clinically develop as small slow-growing scaly or keratotic erythematous patches or papules on chronically sun-exposed areas.1,2The overall world…
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The expanding long-standing role of lasers in the treatment of genitourinary (GU) conditions is supported by the growing body of objective quantifiable data demonstrating time-sensitive improvements in vulvovaginal health.1,2 Recently,…
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INTRODUCTIONLaser resurfacing has progressed since the 1980s to treat a variety of medical and aesthetic indications with ever-evolving safety parameters. While laser technology has evolved to provide a more favorable…
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INTRODUCTIONDevice-based therapeutic approaches are being focused on women’s genitourinary health to provide hormone-free non-surgical treatment alternatives for menopausal vaginal and urinary signs and symptoms defined as genitourinary syndrome of menopause…
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INTRODUCTIONActinic keratosis (AK) is a pre-malignant condition, associated with prolonged ultraviolet damage predominantly on the face/scalp, trunk, and extremities.1,2 AK affects ~58 million individuals in the US,3 and typically occurs…
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INTRODUCTIONThe anti–IL 17 biologic secukinumab has been recently shown to be fast and effective not only in clearing psoriasis skin lesions and preventing the associated cardiovascular damage but also for…
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INTRODUCTIONThe poor tolerability of the retinoids has limited their use in sensitive skin patients, even though retinoids are some of the most effective anti-aging cosmeceutical ingredients. Prescription retinoic acid, also…
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INTRODUCTIONTeledermatology, the form of telemedicine directed toward dermatology patients, is one of the earliest technological innovations that advanced remote medical care. Developed in 1995, teledermatology was established with the mission…
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For women with acne, their acne often persists into adulthood, with over 50% of women reporting acne between 20–29 years of age and over 35% of women reporting acne between…
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INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated skin disease that affects approximately 3% of the population in the US.1,2 Moderate to severe psoriasis is associated with a number of medical comorbidities, including but not…
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INTRODUCTIONAndrogenetic alopecia (AGA) is a chronic form of hair loss characterized by the miniaturization of hair follicles. There are different prescription and over-the-counter treatments for AGA, which have various advantages…
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