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Tune in each Thursday for the latest in integrative dermatology with Dr. Hadar and Dr. Raja.The Learn Skin Podcast is available for download on iTunes, iHeart Radio, Spotify, and YouTube. Subscribe today and never miss an episode!
Episode 195: How Skilled Comedone Extractions are Important to the Treatment of Acne
Think you know the ins and outs of comedone removal? Think again. This week, we’re joined by Douglas Preston as he discusses a tool he created for an even cleaner comedone removal. Listen in as he walks us through client experience, offers useful tips, and talks about his experience working with dermatologists. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com. Douglas Preston’s career spans 40+years in professional esthetics, acne treatment and training, author, and esthetician career mentoring. His business articles appear in many of the top trade journals and magazines. In 2022 Preston was inducted into Dermascope magazine’s acclaimed Academy of Legends, a coveted distinction for spa and skincare professionals who’ve made exceptional contributions to the growth and excellence of the esthetics industry. Preston is the creator of the celebrated Preston Comedone Rxtractor®️, a special precision tool for the removal of follicular blockages in the skin, widely used by professional estheticians throughout the world. Want to know more about "How Skilled Comedone Extractions Can Build Your Esthetics Career?" Join Douglas Preston at the 2024 Integrative Esthetics Track.
Episode 173: Lasers, Acne Scars, and a New Technique to Remove Unwanted Tattoos
Want to hear the latest on lazers? We’ve got just the expert. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Azadeh Shirazi as she discusses uses of lasers for acne scar removal, their effects on different skin tones, and the latest on removing tattoos. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com. Azadeh Shirazi, MD FAAD, has over 15 years of clinical experience, appeared as an expert on national news shows, and currently has a months-long waitlist at her practice in La Jolla. With undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Dr. Azi completed her residency training in Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the prestigious Mayo Clinic. She also completed her training in dermatology and cosmetic surgery at the University of California, San Diego. Additionally, she completed a Research Fellowship at Harvard Medical School at the Wellman Center for Photomedicine and has received multiple research scholarships from iconic institutions, including Harvard University and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. To learn more, visit Dr. Shirazi's website here and Tatt2Away, a company that offers services related to lasers, acne scars, and a novel technique for removing unwanted tattoos.
Episode 103: Popping Pimple Myths About Acne
Want to peek behind the pimple? We do too. This week, Dr. Jonette Keri offers a fresh take on the age old discussion of diet and acne, and takes us through a whole health approach as she discusses alternative treatments for the common skin disorder. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology. To learn more about acne treatment updates, attend Dr. Keri's lecture at the 2021 Integrative Dermatology Symposium or join Dr. Sivamani and Dr. Bhatia on September 28th for What's New with Acne: Medications, Probiotics, and Personalization. Register for free. Jonette Keri, MD PhD is an Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology at the University of Miami and Chief of the Dermatology Service at the VA Hospital. She is motivated by her patients with acne and has remained involved in various activities to promote the care and study of the condition. Dr. Keri is an author on the most recent Acne Guidelines, published by the American Academy of Dermatology, and an invited member for the recently initiated guidelines. In addition, she is involved in the Acne Core Outcomes Research Network (ACORN), where they strive to identify and clarify outcome measures in acne, and is a member of the International Dermatology Outcome Measure group (IDEOM). Being involved in national and international activities that support and expand acne research is an integral part of Dr. Keri's long-term goal to help as many people as possible with this condition. She understands that the expansion of integrative dermatology is essential for practitioners to access all treatment options associated with the common condition of acne.
Episode 4: Antibiotic Use in Acne: Is Spironolactone a Solution?
Join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar as they discuss the use of antibiotics and treatment options for acne, strategies to reduce antibiotic use, and the influence of diet in acne with board certified dermatologist Dr. John Barbieri.
