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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 205: Exploring the Role of TYK2 in Immunology
Step into the world of TYK2 research. Discover the concept of the TYK2 pathway and explore how TYK2 mediates the cytokines that are drivers in certain immune-mediated inflammatory diseases, including psoriasis. Join our conversation as we delve into the latest findings, illuminating the path toward better understanding. Brought to you by: BMS Christine Cornejo, MD is the Director, Dermatology Medical Engagement Lead at Bristol Myers Squibb. She graduated summa cum laude from The Pennsylvania State University with a degree in biomedical engineering and received her medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her dermatology residency, serving as chief resident, and fellowship in cutaneous oncology at the University of Pennsylvania. After her training, she became an Instructor at Harvard Medical School and joined the Department of Dermatology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. She served as the Director of Confocal Microscopy and specialized in melanoma and high-risk skin cancer management.
Episode 194: The Many Comorbidities of Psoriasis
Unsure of just what comorbidities to look for in psoriasis patients? We’ve got all of them right here. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Ted Lain as he looks at psoriasis from a whole person perspective. Listen in as he discusses useful screening tools, common comorbidities, and what it means to treat psoriasis holistically. 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 Psoriasis and earn free CME credits, visit LearnSkin.com to enroll in the Comprehensive Management of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis in Adults and Children. Ted Lain, MD MBA FAAD is a board-certified dermatologist and Chief Medical Officer of Sanova Dermatology. He serves as the Executive Director for a group of clinical research sites in Texas and Louisiana. In addition, Dr. Lain co-founded and co-directs the Science of Skincare Summit, a unique Austin-based educational conference focused on the science supporting the use of skincare for esthetic and medical purposes. Skincare Confidential, a podcast co-hosted by Dr Lain, serves to further the educational outreach for this important topic. Supported by independent educational grants from Janssen Biotech, Inc and UCB
Episode 172: Psoriasis
Think you’re all caught up on the latest psoriasis research? Think again. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Brad Glick as he walks us through the importance of the skin barrier and how to support it, and offers tips on exciting combination therapies. 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. Brad P. Glick, DO FAOCD is a board-certified dermatologist practicing at the Glick Skin Institute in Margate and Wellington, Florida. Dr. Glick is also an Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine at Florida International University and Dermatology Residency Program Director at the Larkin Palm Springs Hospital, Miami, Florida. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Dermatology, Past President of the Florida Academy of Dermatology, Past President of the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, and a member of the Medical Board of the National Psoriasis Foundation. Supported by independent educational grants from Arcutis and Dermavant.
Episode 131: JAK Updates for Psoriasis
Do you know JAK? If not, then you're about to. This week, we're joined by Dr. Jason Hawkes as he breaks down the specifics of JAK inhibitors, their safety profiles, the JAK-STAT pathway, and more. 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. Jason Hawkes, MD MS is a board-certified dermatologist and Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of California Davis in Sacramento. He received his medical degree and completed his dermatology residency training from the University of Utah School of Medicine, where he was also enrolled in the Program’s 2+2 dermatology research track. In addition to being a board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Hawkes completed a research fellowship in translation immunology at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and received a master’s degree in Clinical Investigation from Rockefeller University in NYC. Dr. Hawkes is currently serving on the Medical Board of the National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) and as a Councilor of the International Psoriasis Council (IPC). He is the recipient of multiple teaching awards and research grants and has served as the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator of multiple pharmaceutical-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trial protocols. He is the author of more than 50 peer-reviewed publications and 8 book chapters. Dr. Hawkes’ principal clinical and research interests are the treatment of complex inflammatory skin diseases, such as psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and eczema, using novel, targeted systemic or biologic therapies. To learn more about JAK inhibitors and psoriasis, attend Dr. Hawkes' lecture at the 2022 Integrative Dermatology Symposium.
Episode 110: Biologics for the Multi-Layered Psoriasis Patient
Searching for some biologic wisdom? We’ve got just the right dose. This week, Dr. Jason Hawkes looks at biologics and gives some tips on the art of the pharmaceutical approach. 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, attend LearnSkin's Psoriasis Series chaired by Dr. Hawkes. He will also be moderating the next case-based webinar on the Evolving and Emerging Landscape of Psoriasis on November 16th. Jason Hawkes, MD MS is a board-certified dermatologist and Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of California Davis. He received his Medical Degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine. During medical school, he was selected for a one-year research fellowship year at the National Institutes of Health as part of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Scholars Program. He completed his internship in internal medicine at the University of Washington/Boise VA Medical Center. He returned to the University of Utah School of Medicine for his dermatology residency training and graduated from the Program’s 2+2 Translational Research Track. He then completed a Master’s Degree in Clinical Investigation at the Rockefeller University in New York City, where he was also the Chief Clinical Scholar and member of the Laboratory for Investigative Dermatology. Dr. Hawkes was also a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Dermatology in the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where he saw patients and taught residents, fellows, and physician assistants.
Episode 94: Psoriasis: A Mind of its Own
Do your patients' improved PASI scores not quite match up with how they feel? We might have an explanation. This week, Dr. Fabrizio Galimberti drops some wisdom on the many ways psoriasis extends beyond a dermatological disease and offers insights into not only improving the condition, but also your patients' fatigue, depressed mood, and overall well-being. 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 taking an integrative approach to managing psoriasis, attend Dr. Galimberti's lecture at the 2021 Integrative Dermatology Symposium. Fabrizio Galimberti, MD PhD is an Assistant Professor at the Philip Frost Department of Dermatology at the University of Miami. He is interested in the impact of inflammatory conditions on the psychosocial and biochemical health of patients. He is particularly interested in autoimmune conditions, such as psoriasis, lupus, and dermatomyositis.
Episode 62: TCM Patterns for Psoriasis
How can Traditional Chinese Medicine help your Psoriasis patients? Let's find out with this week's guest. Join Joseph Alban, MS LAc an expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine, as he walks us through how TCM evaluates a patient and how this evaluation can be applied to understanding Psoriasis. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology. In honor of National Psoriasis Awareness Month, we're featuring our upcoming 10/20 webinar on Practical Psoriasis: Research Gaps and Management of Special Patient Groups with Jason Hawkes, MD MS; Jenny Murase, MD; Oma Agbai, MD and Raja Sivamani, MD MS AP. Register for free! Joseph Alban is a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist and Diplomate in Oriental Medicine and holds a masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Touro College. Joseph has a thriving acupuncture and Chinese medicine practice in New York City focused on treating skin conditions and improving health holistically. He is passionate about making acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine accessible to his patients and the public. You can find more about his practice at AlbanAcupuncture.com.
Episode 42: Psoriasis, Biologics, and COVID-19
A little unsure of the impacts of COVID-19 on psoriasis patients? This week we're joined by Jason Hawkes, MD MS as we discuss recommendations provided by the National Psoriasis Foundation and some considerations for psoriasis patients using immunosuppressive medications. 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. To learn more about the National Psoriasis Foundation guidelines, visit: https://www.psoriasis.org/advance/coronavirus
Episode 24: Genital Psoriasis - Approaches to Discussion, Diagnosis, and Treatment
This week on the Learn Skin podcast, board certified dermatologist and chair of the LearnSkin Psoriasis program, Jennifer Soung, MD discusses the impact of genital psoriasis on patients with Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar and offers practical tips for treatment of this more common and lesser known disease. Disclaimer: Dr. Soung has served as a clinical research investigator for Eli Lilly. Register today for our free online Psoriasis series and earn 10.5 CE/CME credits. Offer ends October 7, 2019. http://learnskin.com/series/psoriasis-series Dr. Jennifer Soung is a board certified dermatologist and the director of clinical research at Southern California Dermatology in Santa Ana, CA. Dr. Soung has a strong interest in medical dermatology and clinical research. She is an expert in treating chronic autoimmune skin diseases and has extensive experience using phototherapy, systemic medications and biologics. She has authored several peer-reviewed journal articles, and lectured at professional meetings to talk about new advances in the treatment of chronic skin diseases. She previously served on the UCI School of Medicine faculty as an Assistant Professor of Dermatology and the Director of Dermatology Clinical Research from 2010 until 2015. And now she is a clinical professor at Harbor University of California, Los Angeles.
Episode 5: Psoriasis Is More Than Skin Deep
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory condition where the body is naturally in a state of inflammation. Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar speak with board certified dermatologist Dr. Neal Bhatia to discuss how psoriasis affects the body internally as well. They touch upon the newest and most innovative therapies for psoriasis and how this has dramatically changed our approach to psoriasis care. Dr. Neal Bhatia is a board-certified dermatologist in San Diego, California. He serves as Director of Clinical Dermatology at Therapeutics Clinical Research. He is as chief medical editor for Practical Dermatology. He has a background in immunology and has interests in mechanisms of therapy, skin cancer, and medical dermatology. Aside from teaching at medical conferences, he sits on several editorial boards and is an active teacher for dermatologists, industry, and patients.
