Dr. Pimple Popper and the Power of Being Seen | Dr. Sandra Lee

LGBTQ+ Care, Visibility, and the Future of Dermatology | Dr. Klint Peebles

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with Dr. Klint Peebles, board-certified dermatologist, LGBTQ+ health advocate, and incoming president-elect of the DC Medical Society, for a powerful conversation on identity, visibility, and health equity in Dermatology. Together, they explore how sexual orientation, gender identity, hormone therapy, structural bias, and affirming care can shape dermatologic health and the patient experience. Dr. Peebles shares his personal journey, his advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion in medicine, and why Dermatologists have a critical role to play in creating safer, more compassionate care for all patients. From acne and hormone therapy to skin cancer risk, chest binding, inclusive intake forms, and the importance of using the right pronouns, this conversation goes beneath the surface of what it means to truly see and care for the whole patient. This episode is a timely reminder that LGBTQ+ health is not a niche issue. It is a core part of patient-centered Dermatology, inclusive medicine, and the future of healthcare.

Dr. Pimple Popper and the Power of Being Seen | Dr. Sandra Lee

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: A Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with board-certified dermatologist, entrepreneur, and global phenomenon Dr. Sandra Lee, known to millions as Dr. Pimple Popper. Together, they go beyond the viral videos and explore the deeper purpose behind Dr. Lee’s work: reducing shame, normalizing visible skin conditions, and helping patients feel seen with compassion and dignity. From her unexpected rise on YouTube to building a platform that brought dermatology into mainstream culture, Dr. Lee shares how curiosity, empathy, and authenticity shaped her journey. This conversation is about more than extractions. It is about visibility, humanity, and the power of skin to tell a much bigger story.

Sugar, Skin and Aging: The Not So Sweet Truth | Dr. Jacqueline Watchmaker

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: A Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with aesthetic dermatologist Dr. Jacqueline Watchmaker to uncover what sugar may be doing beneath the surface of the skin. Together, they break down glycation, a process that can impact collagen, elastin, inflammation, pigmentation, wound healing, and visible signs of aging. From sweet cravings to sun exposure to skincare ingredients that may help protect the skin, this conversation reveals the not-so-sweet connection between sugar and skin health.

Systemic Disease, GLP-1s, and the Skin: Seeing Beyond the Surface | Dr. Lindsey Bordone

In this episode of Dermatology Undressed: A Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with Dr. Lindsey Bordone to explore the critical connection between dermatology, systemic disease, and the growing impact of GLP-1 medications. Together, they discuss how skin findings can serve as early indicators of deeper pathology, including autoimmune conditions, internal malignancies, and other complex diagnoses that extend beyond the surface. They also unpack the evolving conversation around GLP-1s, including their role in inflammatory disease, weight loss, aesthetic concerns, and the broader implications these therapies may have across multiple organ systems. This conversation addresses common questions and highlights the importance of recognizing the skin as a window into overall health, ultimately shaping how we approach diagnosis and care.

Integrative Dermatology: Rethinking Chronic Skin Disease | Dr. Peter Lio

In the inaugural episode of Dermatology Undressed: A Provocative Podcast, Dr. Lindsay Ackerman sits down with Dr. Peter Lio to explore the evolving role of integrative dermatology. Together, they discuss how chronic inflammatory skin diseases can be approached through both advanced therapeutics and thoughtful, often simpler interventions. This conversation answers common questions, and highlights the importance of treating the whole patient, not just the condition.