Derm Path Pearls

Derm Path Pearls

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Join Dr. Whitney High, a leading expert in dermatology and dermatopathology, as he provides actionable "DermPath Pearls" to help clinicians navigate the complex world of tissue analysis. Dr. High reviews the essential steps of the dermatopathology process and reveals common pitfalls where errors, misidentification, and diagnostic imprecision can occur. Learn critical tips on selecting the right biopsy technique for various skin lesions, from melanocytic nevi and bullous pemphigoid to panniculitis and lymphoid proliferations. Discover why providing thorough clinical information (Description, Diameter, Diagnosis) is essential and how maintaining open communication with your dermatopathologist is your most powerful tool for ensuring patient safety and obtaining the most accurate results.   —   Speaker: Whitney High, MD Recorded Live: May 17, 2025   —   Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org [http://fsdpa.org/] for information on our upcoming conferences and events!   Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!   Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@FSDPA] for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Lichen Sclerosus: A Comprehensive Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Dr. Jill Krapf, a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist specializing in female sexual pain disorders, shares essential insights from her lecture on vulvar lichen sclerosis (LS). Dr. Krapf discusses the true prevalence of this frequently misdiagnosed autoimmune condition and its dual presentation as inflammatory (lichen) and scarring (sclerosis) disease. Learn why topical corticosteroids are the gold standard treatment for reducing inflammation and cancer risk, and how to differentiate treatment protocols for patients with varied symptoms and life stages. The episode also explores the critical role of managing the sclerotic changes—which cause chronic sexual dysfunction—through scar release techniques and hormonal optimization, moving beyond just treating the itch. —   Speaker: Jill Krapf, MD Recorded Live: May 17, 2025   —   Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org [http://fsdpa.org/] for information on our upcoming conferences and events!   Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!   Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@FSDPA] for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Regenerative Aesthetics

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Description: Join Dr. Bay Aguilera, for a critical look at how different ethnicities age and the limitations of current "Eurocentric" aesthetic techniques. This lecture challenges the status quo, focusing on the genetic disadvantages of the Mestizo and Asian forehead, which can lead to hollowing and an unwanted masculine appearance. Learn the precise steps of the innovative "Frontoplasty" technique—a low-risk, high-impact procedure using Voluma dermal filler to restore volume to the upper third of the face. The speaker discusses landmarking, cannula safety protocols, and how volumizing the forehead is essential for maintaining femininity and preventing premature aging.   —   Speaker: Bay Aguilera, DO Recorded Live: May 17, 2025   —   Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org [http://fsdpa.org/] for information on our upcoming conferences and events!   Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!   Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@FSDPA] for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Billing, Coding, & Reimbursement PANEL

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Leading experts Dr. Mark Kaufman and Jason Roddick dive into the complexities of dermatology billing, reimbursement, and coding. Learn how to accurately navigate E&M changes, avoid common under-coding pitfalls, and ethically justify higher-level visits. The discussion provides critical insights into the underutilized G2211 add-on code for care coordination, the financial advantages and documentation specifics of shave removal versus biopsy, and the logistical challenges of "incident-to" billing. Finally, discover how the "buy-and-bill" model for injectable biologics can be a lucrative, compliant, and impactful alternative revenue stream for your practice.   —   Speaker: Jason Roddick, PA-C and Mark Kaufman, MD Recorded Live: May 17, 2025   —   Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org [http://fsdpa.org/] for information on our upcoming conferences and events!   Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!   Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@FSDPA] for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Nodules and Nerves: Understanding and Managing Prurigo Nodularis

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Join acclaimed dermatology PA Douglas DiRuggiero as he cuts through decades of misunderstanding on Prurigo Nodularis (PN). This critical lecture traces the disease’s evolution from a historically mismanaged "obsessive-compulsive disorder" to its modern definition as a complex Type 2 inflammatory skin condition. Learn why a full diagnostic workup for comorbidities like HIV and hepatitis is non-negotiable, and get a deep dive into the revolutionary FDA-approved biologic treatments, Dupilumab and Nemolizumab, which are transforming care for patients with this "most life-altering itch.” —   Speaker: Douglas DiRuggeiro, PA-C Recorded Live: May 17, 2025   —   Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org [http://fsdpa.org/] for information on our upcoming conferences and events!   Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!   Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@FSDPA] for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.