Practical Dermatology

Practical Dermatology A monthly publication that provides coverage of medical care, cosmetic advancements, and practice management for clinicians in the field.

www.practicaldermatology.com Practical Dermatology delivers real-world medical, cosmetic, and practice management advice for dermatologists and dermatology physician assistants. Readers recognize that Practical Dermatology’s unique editorial style cuts to the heart of the issues with expert opinions, timely coverage, clinical summaries, and high-quality supportive graphics. Whether readers are loo

king for insights on the latest aesthetic interventions, tips to manage difficult medical conditions, or advice to grow their practice, they’ll find reliable answers in Practical Dermatology.

🔬👨‍⚕️ CONTROLLING THE ITCH IN PRURIGO NODULARIS: Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, AP, an integrative dermatologist and Adjunct Ass...
01/13/2026

🔬👨‍⚕️ CONTROLLING THE ITCH IN PRURIGO NODULARIS: Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, AP, an integrative dermatologist and Adjunct Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology at the University of California, Davis, discusses what he says is the biggest unmet need in prurigo nodularis patient care.

📺 Watch here ➡️ https://ow.ly/bcBX50XVQQE

Raja Sivamani, MD, MS, AP, an integrative dermatologist and Adjunct Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology at the University of California,...

🎙️👩‍💼NEW C-SUITE CHAT: Diana Harbort, President of Cosmo Pharmaceuticals' Dermatology Division, discusses the need for n...
01/12/2026

🎙️👩‍💼NEW C-SUITE CHAT: Diana Harbort, President of Cosmo Pharmaceuticals' Dermatology Division, discusses the need for new innovations in androgenetic alopecia and the promise of clascoterone for treating the condition.

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Diana Harbort, President of Cosmo Pharmaceuticals' Dermatology Division, discusses the need for new innovations in androgenetic alopecia and the...

📢🧴CUSTOMIZED ATOPIC DERM TREATMENTS: WHAT'S IN THE PIPELINE👨‍⚕️🔎Practical Dermatology Editorial Board member Peter Lio, ...
01/12/2026

📢🧴CUSTOMIZED ATOPIC DERM TREATMENTS: WHAT'S IN THE PIPELINE

👨‍⚕️🔎Practical Dermatology Editorial Board member Peter Lio, MD, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, discusses the potential impact of new developments in atopic dermatitis research.

Watch here ➡️ https://ow.ly/LZBj50XS6rE

Practical Dermatology Editorial Board member Peter Lio, MD, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at Northwestern University...

01/10/2026

🙌 🩺 🔬 ALL TOGETHER NOW: New phase 3b data from the TOGETHER-PsA trial suggested that combining Taltz® (ixekizumab) HCP with Zepbound™ (tirzepatide) HCP improves PsA disease activity and weight outcomes in patients with obesity or overweight. Eli Lilly and Company reports that the trial has met all endpoints, pointing to a potential new paradigm in PsA care.

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In the phase 3b TOGETHER-PsA trial, ixekizumab (Taltz, Eli Lilly) used in combination with tirzepatide (Zepbound, Eli Lilly) was more effective...

👨‍⚕️🩺🔬MANAGING ITCH IN PRURIGO AND AD:  Itch is central to the burden of disease and quality of life in patients with pr...
01/09/2026

👨‍⚕️🩺🔬MANAGING ITCH IN PRURIGO AND AD: Itch is central to the burden of disease and quality of life in patients with prurigo nodularis and atopic dermatitis. This interactive escape room CME explores evidence-based strategies to measure and manage itch effectively. Boost your clinical acumen and enhance patient-centered outcomes. Upon completion of this activity, learners should be better able to:

✅ Apply the latest evidence to prioritize itch as a primary treatment target in the management of prurigo nodularis (PN) and atopic dermatitis (AD)
✅ Incorporate validated itch assessment tools into routine clinical practice to objectively assess and monitor the severity of itch in patients with PN and AD

TAKE THE MODULE ➡️ https://ow.ly/kVrX50XUcba

This online escape room activity explores the central role of itch in the management of prurigo nodularis (PN) and atopic dermatitis (AD). Learners are guided through clinical scenarios that emphasize itch as a primary treatment target in assessing disease burden and patient outcomes. The program al...

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM'S TOP STORY FOR 2025 🎇This week we've counted down the top 10 most read stories on Practical Dermatolo...
01/09/2026

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM'S TOP STORY FOR 2025 🎇

This week we've counted down the top 10 most read stories on Practical Dermatology in 2025, and have at last have at the top slot! ✨

1️⃣ New Hope for Patients with Onychomycosis 🥇

This informative article provides a look at onychomycosis through an exploration of novel therapeutic options as well as a look at case vignettes.

Read it here ➡️ https://ow.ly/ZPlC50XTAYP

Onychomycosis, a non-self-healing fungal infection of the toenails or fingernails, is a common infection accounting for 20% of all nail diseases in...

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨2️⃣ The State of...
01/09/2026

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨

2️⃣ The State of AI in Dermatology

Daniel Schlessinger, MD, takes a closer look at the issues surrounding AI and its integration into the dermatology specialty, and examines how dermatologists are using it clinical practice.

Read it here ➡️ https://ow.ly/4nBz50XTzT7

The term “artificial intelligence” (AI) has been inescapable since OpenAI released ChatGPT to the public in November 2022.

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨3️⃣ Psoriasis Tr...
01/08/2026

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨

3️⃣ Psoriasis Treatment in 2025: More Options, Better Outcomes

Dermatologist H.L. Greenberg runs through many different options to treat psoriasis.

Read it here ➡️ https://ow.ly/gsSK50XTx0W

We have better drugs to treat psoriasis than almost any other dermatologic disease state. For patients, it is an excellent time to have psoriasis.

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨4️⃣ The Dermatol...
01/08/2026

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨

4️⃣ The Dermatology & Aesthetics Mergers and Acquisitions Market

This article by Clint Bundy and colleagues explores factors influencing market and what they mean for the future.

Read it here ➡️ https://ow.ly/ksuS50XTmPI

Over the past decade, the dermatology and aesthetics mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market has experienced notable trends that continue to...

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨5️⃣ Origins of A...
01/07/2026

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨

5️⃣ Origins of Atopic Dermatitis: Recent Advances

Peter Lio, MD, and Janmesh Patel review a study by Yadev et al. investigating the role of transient receptor potential ankyrin 1 (TRPA1) in the pathogenesis of atopic dermatitis (AD).

Read it here ➡️ https://ow.ly/jHP250XSYrl

This paper reviews a study by Yadev et al. and further investigates the role of transient receptor potential ankyrin 1 (TRPA1) in the pathogenesis...

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨6️⃣ Clinical Ins...
01/07/2026

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨

6️⃣ Clinical Insights and Emerging Therapeutic Options for Chronic Hand Eczema

Matthew J. Zirwas, MD, guides readers through the unique diagnostic and therapeutic complexities that distinguish chronic hand eczema from dermatitis affecting other anatomical sites.

Read it here ➡️ https://ow.ly/WJeb50XSYhP

Chronic hand eczema (CHE) represents a significant clinical challenge in dermatology practice, affecting approximately 5% of the population—a...

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨7️⃣ The Role of ...
01/06/2026

📢 🎆PRACTICAL DERM 2025 TOP 10 - Join us this week as we count down our 10 most popular stories of 2025!✨

7️⃣ The Role of GLP-1RAs in Treating Inflammatory Dermatologic Diseases

Dr. Michael Payette reviews the benefits and risks of GLP-1RAs with an special focus on psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and atopic dermatitis.

Read it here ➡️ https://ow.ly/LCAe50XSrRs

Herein, we review the benefits and risks of GLP-1RAs with a focus on these 3 chronic inflammatory conditions.

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