Dermatology Times

??ICYMI: AccureAcne, Inc. recently announced that the US Food and Drug Administration has cleared its Accure Laser System for long-term treatment. The laser system was first approved in 2022 for treating mild to severe inflammatory acne vulgaris, becoming the first laser platform to do so. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gbNHiXaj

?? EXPERT INSIGHTS: At this year’s Illinois Society for Dermatology Physician Assistants Midwestern Conference in Chicago, Illinois, Renata Block, MMS, PA-C, interviewed Karan Lal, DO, to discuss the importance of education among colleagues, the benefits of working closely with advanced practice providers, and the positive impact of mentorship. ?? Watch now: https://lnkd.in/gVjsa2Pr

?? STUDY FINDINGS:?Brevilin-A, a topical JAK inhibitor, showed promising results for treating mild to moderate alopecia areata in children. Significant hair regrowth and improved quality of life were observed, with 46.7% showing clinical improvement and minimal adverse effects. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gzbFqp7f

Elizabeth Kiracofe, MD, FAAD, and Jenny Murase, MD, discuss future atopic dermatitis treatments, unmet needs, benefits of guidelines, and treating itch in patients who are pregnant. Watch here: https://ow.ly/L1TB50SJq1i

??ICYMI: UCB announced advancements in the delivery options for bimekizumab-bkzx (Bimzelx), following the approval by the FDA of 2 new device presentations: a 2 mL pre-filled syringe and a pre-filled autoinjector. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gbs-_pAA

?? EXPERT INSIGHTS: Jessica Hui, MD, explores the burden of disease of eczema for #EczemaAwarenessMonth, delving deeper into the broader impact of eczema, emphasizing how it affects patients far beyond the visible symptoms. "We know there's greater anxiety, depression, and other mental health consequences, and individuals with eczema and even family members and caregivers have greater stress and even decreased quality of life," Hui said. ?? View the full interview now: https://lnkd.in/gKjUTg-a

???? CALL FOR INSIGHTS: Are you an APP looking to become a leader in the field? Dermatology Times is excited to launch a new series that will highlight the successes and address the issues APPs face in and out of the clinic as well as share opportunities and experiences. We invite early career APPs to share their unique perspectives with readers and colleagues. ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gm8rnCwE

?? STUDY FINDINGS: A new training tool for primary care providers improved diagnostic accuracy in psoriasis, especially among nurses. Using medical illustrations, it boosted confidence and could enhance care in low-resource settings. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/g9qcqzqk

?? POLL:?How comfortable do you feel with recognizing and treating chronic hand eczema? If you're interested in sharing your thoughts or experiences, email [email protected] for an opportunity to be featured.

?? PARTNER SPOTLIGHT:?The Elevate-Derm Alliance West Conference is fast approaching and promises high-quality educational content and networking opportunities. Fan favorite, expert-faculty share a sneak peek of their lectures in anticipation of the upcoming conference. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/g_t2kFZW