INTRODUCTIONDermatologic surgeons often encounter defects with exposed periosteum, especially when treating skin cancers on the scalp, temples, and shins. These sites are traditionally considered challenging due to limited vascularity, which…

INTRODUCTIONGlucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) have transformed obesity and type 2 diabetes management, yet emerging reports of hair loss represent a potential adherence concern. Pharmacovigilance analyses using the FDA Adverse…

Dear Editor, Keloids are a dermatologic condition with high recurrence rates and variable treatment success. Racial disparities can play a crucial role in diagnosis delays and treatment outcomes. Studies have…

To the Editor,We describe the use of the cotton-tipped applicator method to standardize suture tail length in both interrupted and running epidermal closures, producing consistent 3 to 4 mm tail…

To the Editor, The nose is central to facial symmetry and appearance. Reconstruction of defects spanning the lower nasal subunits poses particular challenges, given the need to preserve free margins,…

INTRODUCTIONPhysical characteristics that can contribute to gender dysphoria in transgender patients, including facial and body hair, hormonal acne, and post-surgical scarring, can be addressed through dermatologic interventions.1,2 While perceived gender-incongruence…

INTRODUCTIONAndrogenetic alopecia (AGA) is a non-scarring alopecia triggered by an inherited follicular sensitivity to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and other environmental factors.1 Current FDA-approved treatments include topical minoxidil (in men and women)…

INTRODUCTIONPsoriatic disease is a common chronic immune-mediated systemic inflammatory disease, most often presenting as chronic plaque psoriasis with erythematous, scaly lesions that cause pain, pruritus, and cosmetic burden.1 The pathophysiology…

INTRODUCTIONPsoriasis is a chronic immune‑mediated inflammatory skin disease that is strongly associated with metabolic dysregulation and excess adiposity.1 Adipose tissue dysfunction contributes to systemic inflammation, promoting Th17/IL‑17 pathways that drive…

INTRODUCTIONWith an estimated global prevalence of >9% across all ages, acne vulgaris is one of the most common skin disorders.1 However, acne prevalence among adults may be increasing, particularly for…