Avoiding the Uncanny Valley: Cosmetic Dermatology

Tips To Have An Effective Relationship With Your Supervising Physician

Allison Arthur, MD, FAAD, discusses strategies for PAs and supervising physicians to effectively collaborate to optimize patient care, improve job satisfaction, and reduce burn-out. At the end of this podcast, you will have gained the ability to: *   Discuss different ways that PAs and physicians can work together in an outpatient dermatology practice. *  Describe strategies for collaborating on difficult patient cases. *  Explore ways to share knowledge for mutual professional development. Allison Arthur is a double board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist, and owner of Sand Lake Dermatology Center in Orlando, Florida.

Avoiding the Uncanny Valley: Cosmetic Dermatology

Heather W. Goff, MD, MPH, explores the concept of the "uncanny valley" and the influence of social media on patient aesthetic preferences in this podcast. She also examines the role of 'trust' in medical and social media communication, highlighting the ethical challenges encountered by professionals in cosmetic dermatology. Heather Woodworth Goff, MD, MPH, is an associate professor in the Department of Dermatology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, boasts specialized knowledge in the assessment and management of cutaneous lymphoma.

Pearls and Pitfalls for Diagnosing Cutaneous Lymphoma (Diagnostic Approach and Treatment)

Heather Woodworth Goff, MD, MPH, Medical Director of the Nashville Conference, initiates this discussion by sharing insights into selecting a medical specialty during training. She advises listeners to steer clear of feeling intimidated by certain diseases and instead encourages them to embrace the challenges posed by ailments that may be less desired for treatment. Dr. Goff, an associate professor in the Department of Dermatology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, boasts specialized knowledge in the assessment and management of cutaneous lymphoma. Upon concluding this podcast, participants will be empowered to: * Identify the typical clinical manifestations exhibited by cutaneous T-cell lymphomas. * Outline primary and secondary treatment options for mycosis fungoides. * Discriminate between the patch and plaque stages of the disease. * Enumerate the different disease states and clinical characteristics that differentiate CD30+ lymphoproliferative disorders. ·       Identify clinical presentations associated with poorer outcomes and recognize the features indicative of patients likely to undergo disease progression.

Regional Cases in Allergic Contact Dermatitis and Mimickers

Allergic contact dermatitis ranks as the sixth most prevalent diagnosis encountered in dermatology clinics. Nonetheless, it frequently goes unnoticed owing to inadequate patch testing and a diminished sense of suspicion. In this podcast, JiaDe (Jeff) Yu, MD, aims to present distinctive instances of allergic contact dermatitis categorized by region while examining look-alike conditions that share similar presentations. By the conclusion of this podcast, participants will have the capacity to: * Identify the primary contact allergens impacting various anatomical regions. * Compile a roster of conditions that resemble contact dermatitis across diverse body areas. * Explain the protocol for conducting patch tests in both adult and pediatric populations. * Comprehend the underlying pathophysiology of allergic contact dermatitis.

Unlocking the Global Healthcare Impact: Join the Journey of PAs in Medical Missions and Beyond

Physician Associates (PAs) are making an incredible impact worldwide, especially in regions where alternative medical options are scarce. Join Michael Overcash, MPAS, PA-C, for an exploration into the workings of medical missions and ways to contribute. Brace yourself for diagnosing some of the most challenging cases from Africa, Asia, and Latin America. By the end of this podcast, participants will: * Gain insight into opportunities available to PAs, PA students, and other medical professionals in global projects. * Understand the framework and operations of medical relief efforts, encompassing triage, assessment, collaboration among providers, pharmacy services, therapy, surgical interventions, and counseling. * Develop an appreciation for the diverse spectrum of healthcare provision and disparities on a global scale.