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Article: Chronic Hand Eczema
Advances in the Management of Chronic Hand Eczema: What's New?
Sonal Choudhary, MD
Supported by an independent educational grant from LEO Pharma

Chronic hand eczema (CHE) is a debilitating condition affecting millions worldwide, often leading to significant physical, emotional, and occupational challenges. This webinar will explore the latest advancements in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of chronic hand eczema, including emerging therapies, innovative treatment approaches, and strategies for improving patient outcomes. Designed for healthcare professionals, this session will provide a comprehensive update on the evolving landscape of CHE care, empowering clinicians to integrate cutting-edge therapies into their practice.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying chronic hand eczema and their implications for targeted therapeutic approaches.
  • Evaluate the efficacy, safety, and clinical applications of emerging therapies, including biologics and Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, for managing chronic hand eczema.
  • Develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans that optimize outcomes and reduce relapses in patients with chronic hand eczema.
  • Incorporate practical strategies for educating patients about chronic hand eczema management to enhance adherence and improve overall quality of life.

Faculty

User: Sonal Choudhary
Sonal Choudhary
MD

Sonal Choudhary, MD is a Board certified Dermatologist and fellowship trained Dermatopathologist, who joined the Department of Dermatology in 2016 upon completion of her Dermatopathology Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh.

Dr. Choudhary received her undergraduate degree and medical degree from Vardhman Mahavir Medical College in New Delhi India. She completed a post-doctoral research fellowship at the University of Miami, where she remained to complete her Preliminary Internship in Internal Medicine, as well as her Residency Program in Dermatology. Dr. Choudhary also completed a fellowship in Integrative Dermatology, which concluded in February 2024.

While she offers care for all dermatologic conditions, her areas of clinical interest and research are atopic dermatitis, gut and skin microbiome, integrative dermatology, alternative therapies and approaches (herbs, supplements, functional medicine testing) to inflammatory skin diseases (Hidradenitis suppurativa, Acne, Psoriasis, hair loss), nutrition in cutaneous disease and dermatopathology. She is the director of the adult atopic dermatitis clinic and member of the PCOS collaboration group at UPMC Magee. Given her areas of training, Dr. Choudhary offers a holistic and integrative approach for various skin conditions.

Professional memberships

  1. Member of Integrative Dermatology with Integrative Dermatology Certification Program/LearnSkin
  2. Fellow of Pittsburgh Academy of Dermatology
  3. Fellow of Pennsylvania Academy of Dermatology
  4. Fellow of American Academy of Dermatology
  5. Fellow of American Academy of Dermatopathology

Education & Training

  • MBBS, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College, Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, India
  • Clinical Internship, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College, Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, India
  • Post Doctoral Fellowship, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
  • Internship, University of Miami and Jackson Memorial Hospital
  • Residency, Dermatology, University of Miami and Jackson Memorial Hospital
  • Fellowship, Dermatopathology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Fellowship in Integrative Dermatology with LearnSkin
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