Above & Beyond Dermatology

You want the freedom, time, and autonomy to care for your patients the right way and live the wealthy life you’ve worked so hard for, but you don’t know to get there. The Above & Beyond Dermatology podcast is part blueprint and part inspiration for aspiring direct independent practice owners from the lens of an entrepreneurial dermatologist who is building and exploring in real time. Each week, you’ll hear from board-certified dermatologist and founder of Above & Beyond Dermatology, Dr. Stephen Lewellis, MD, PhD, as he shares his story and interviews other doctors and experts in areas you need to know about such as marketing, law, technology, entrepreneurship, finance, and more Whether you’re well on your way or just thinking about dipping your toe in the water, the Above & Beyond Dermatology podcast is your guide to bucking the conventional wisdom of taking care of patients and taking care of business in ways that can unlock the value and transformation you and your patients deserve.

Episodes

CROSS-POD: Celebrating the launch of "White Coats, Courageous Hearts" with Drs. Hersh, Harrison, Sears, and Lewellis | Stand Up (for) Doctors! with Kim Downey, PT

August 7, 2025 • 35 mins

Episode 059 | In this Special Edition of Stand Up (for) Doctors! with Kim Downey, we're celebrating the launch of White Coats, Courageous Hearts with four of the physician-authors who are reclaiming their voices and humanity in a system that too often silences them and one very special advocate -- the extraordinary Kim Downey, PT -- who is leading the way in advocating for physicians from the other side of the stethoscope. Tun...

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Raise a Glass to UV Safety Awareness Month with a Skin Fortifying Energy Drink | Brett Ozanich, DO, FAAD, Co-Founder of Solstice

July 31, 2025 • 51 mins

***For 20% off your Solstice order, use code ABOVEANDBEYOND*****A note from Dr. Lewellis: We encountered a number of recording difficulties during this episode, which resulted in a mild echo and some transitions that can be hard to follow. My wonderful editing team did an excellent job cleaning and patching things up, but I do want my audience to be aware of it. I apologize in advance, and thanks as always for listening!**Episode 0...

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Shining Bright in NorCal through Integrative Dermatology, Phototherapy, and Nutraceutical Development | Katie Varman, MD

July 17, 2025 • 67 mins

Episode 057 | Dermatologists like me — rightfully so — spend a lot of time talking about the short and long-term harmful effects of UV light from the sun. Those are plentiful and very real.However, most of us don't spend enough time talking about the benefits of controlled, moderate doses of UV light and the things we can do to Sun Responsibly beyond just sunscreen, clothing, and avoidance. That's why I get so much inspiration and ...

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Insurance-less in Seattle: A Direct Pay Premiere in the Emerald City | Sarah Sung, MD, Co-Founder of The Perq

July 10, 2025 • 49 mins

Please note that this episode was recorded on February 5th, 2025.Episode 056 | Dr. Sarah Sung, MD has long been one of Seattle's most sought-after board-certified dermatologists. She's now taking a bold new step to become more accessible to her beloved patients through her new independent, direct care private practice, The Perq, at 5101 25th Ave NE in Seattle, WA!To give you an idea of what's going on at The Perq, here's a lovely b...

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CROSS-POD: Going Above & Beyond to Take Care of Patients and Take Care of Business | Learn Skin with Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar

July 3, 2025 • 30 mins

Episode 055 | Today I'm bringing you a cross-post of a bucket list interview appearance I recently made on Episode 214 of Learn Skin with Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Big thanks to Dr. Raja, Dr. Hadar, and the whole team at LearnSkin for this opportunity. I hope to see some of you at LearnSkin's 2025 Integrative Dermatology Symposium in Tucson, AZ, where you'll also be able to meet, Dr. Raja, Dr. Ha...

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Your Patients Have Scar Anxiety... Learn How to Help Them! | Lisa Massaad & Silagen

June 26, 2025 • 62 mins

Episode 054 | Today's episode is all about helping you empower your patients who want to be proactive about scar refinement and optimization. Most dermatologists perform procedures multiple times a day that will undoubtedly result in a scar. While we routinely inform our patients about this as part of the informed consent process, there tends to be far less routine discussion about how patients can optimize the appearance of those ...

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Independence and Entrepreneurship in Dermatology and Clinical Trials | Marthe Dika, MD, FAAD

June 12, 2025 • 55 mins

Episode 053 | Dr. Marthe Dika, MD, FAAD is a board-certified dermatologist and proud owner of M. Dika Dermatology, with practices located in Burlington and Glendale, Wisconsin. At her clinics, she welcomes patients of all ages and skin types, offering comprehensive care for diseases of the skin, hair, and nails. Dr. Dika is particularly experienced in and passionate about managing hair loss and has helped many people who struggle w...

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Thriving through Direct Care Dermatology in the City by the Bay | Kaveri Karhade, MD, FAAD

May 29, 2025 • 57 mins

Episode 052 | Dr. Kaveri Karhade, MD, FAAD is a board-certified dermatologist in San Francisco, CA who specializes in treating acne, hair loss, and pigmentation concerns especially in patients with skin of color. She also focuses on advanced techniques in cosmetic dermatology, using lasers and devices to treat nearly any medical or cosmetic skin concern, in all skin types. Dr. Karhade believes in keeping skin youthful and clear usi...

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Breaking Down the Science Behind the What and How of NeoGenesis | Greg Maguire, PhD

May 15, 2025 • 64 mins

Episode 051 | Greg Maguire, PhD is the Co-Founder of the SRM Living Foundry at UCSD in San Diego and the Co-Founder & Chief Scientific Officer of NeoGenesis, a wonderful company I talk with my patients about all the time. If you haven't yet listed to episode 047 featuring Christine Preston, that one pairs delightfully with my conversation with Dr. Maguire.Awarded a prestigious Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowship from the National Inst...

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Does Your Practice Need a Cryptocurrency Policy? | Aamir Hussain, MD, MAPP

May 2, 2025 • 57 mins

Episode 050 | Aamir Hussain, MD, MAPP is a board-certified dermatologist currently practicing in Northern Virginia. If you didn't catch him on episode 028 published on August 1st, 2024, check that out first to learn more of his story and then join us as we explore the intersection of cryptocurrency and the business of dermatology in light of his recent cover story in The Dermatologist. Dr. Hussain is an internationally-recognized s...

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Lewellis Catches a Charizard... it's Dr. Peter Lio!!! (IDCP 25-26 Enrollment Deadline is April 21st!)

April 15, 2025 • 56 mins

(Editor's note: Apologies for the mild echo!)TL;DR: The application deadline for the 2025-2026 cohort of LearnSkin's Integrative Dermatology Certificate Program (IDCP) is April 21st, 2025!As a proud and transformed IDCP alumnus, I know how this program helps dermatologists expand their approach to patient care and reignite their passion for dermatology.From evidence-informed functional medicine to new treatment strategies, IDCP pro...

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Get Quiet, Learn to Listen & Make Your Mind Your Medicine (...is that a bird?!) | Kathy Harmon Luber

April 3, 2025 • 53 mins

Episode 048 | Kathy Harmon Luber is a certified Sound Therapy, Sound Healing practitioner, Reiki Master, and wellness guide whose passion is helping people navigate the challenging terrain of the healing journey—and thrive. As you'll soon learn, Kathy and I have a lot in common when it comes to how we think about about integrative health and how little things can accumulate to make remarkable differences.Her best-selling book, “Suf...

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Compromised, Acneic Skin Solutions Your 5-Minute Dermatologist Isn't Teaching You About | Christine Preston & NeoGenesis

March 20, 2025 • 50 mins

Episode 047 | Christine Preston is a compromised Skin Therapist (certificate in Skin Therapy from George Brown College) who has been certified since 2016. Since then, she's been helping women across North America achieve calm, clear skin by helping them identify their triggers and creating skin care routines that work. She opened the Skin Discovery Spa in 2021 where she helps her clients clear acne, calm rosacea and relieve eczema-...

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Diving into Naturopathic Dermatology with a Skin+Care Superhero | DeJarra "DJ" Sims, ND

March 13, 2025 • 63 mins

Episode 046 | Dr. DeJarra "DJ" Sims is a Naturopathic Doctor, published author, and prolific speaker. She received her Bachelor's degree in Biology from Prairie View A&M University, in Texas and completed her doctorate at Sonoran University of Health Sciences in Phoenix (formerly SCNM). She has served as an Assistant Professor and Core Faculty at Bastyr University California and was a former Adjunct Professor at SCNM in Arizona...

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THE Dermy Doc Is In to Talk Dermy Doc Box, Dermy Doc Institute, IP & Direct Care | Fatima Fahs, MD, FAAD

February 27, 2025 • 43 mins

Episode 045 | The Dermy Doc is in the house! Big shout out to friend of the pod Dr. Adam Swigost (episodes 004 and 041) for introducing me to the incomparable Dr. Fatima Fahs.Dr. Fahs is a board-certified dermatologist and diplomat of the American Board of Dermatology. She has been quoted and featured in numerous publications including The New York Times, Forbes, Self, Time, Today, Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health and many more.She's a...

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A Joyful Approach to Delivering Outstanding Integrative Dermatology Care | Meena Julapalli, MD

February 13, 2025 • 62 mins

Episode 044 | The Queen of Joy, Dr. Meena Julapalli, is BACK!If you're new around here or missed it for any other reason, I recommend that you first enJOY episode 022 and follow it with this one.Dr. Julapalli is a triple board-certified in pediatrics, dermatology, and pediatric dermatology.After 7 years in academics as an Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at the University of Texas - Austin and the University of Col...

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Itchy, Aging Skin is Everywhere... Let's Do Something About It! | Daniel C. Butler, MD

January 30, 2025 • 47 mins

Episode 043 | Today's episode is all about helping people, particularly in the geriatric population, who suffer from itchy skin. Tune in to learn about a secret OTC weapon you may not be aware of yet that Dr. Butler and I often recommend to our patients. There's no better time to discuss this than in the dead of winter in central Wisconsin where the dreaded winter itch is currently raging.My guest -- who is staying warm and hopeful...

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What a Country Derm Can Learn from the Men's Skin Health Expert of Beverly Hills | Lashelle Ullie, Licensed Esthetician

January 23, 2025 • 59 mins

Episode 042 | Lashelle Ullie is a Beverly Hills esthetician and men's skin health expert who advocates for an integrated care approach to holistic wellness that combines conventional and complementary treatment strategies for optimal health. He's also the host of Conversations with Lashelle on Youtube. Specializing in men's skin health and assisting individuals living with cancer, Lashelle connects clients with complementary health...

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Return of the Dapper Dermatologist! | Dr. Adam Swigost

January 16, 2025 • 74 mins

Episode 041 | ***Please note that this episode was recorded in October 2024 and is being published on January 16, 2025. Dr. Swigost's tale has evolved in some big ways since that time, including the announcement of the imminent closure of Dapper Dermatology in Austin, TX on 2/28/2025. Adam shared with me that he has no regrets about this experience, and I believe it. He's undoubtedly more prepared now than ever to serve his patient...

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Betting on Yourself and Building a Skin Care Brand with a Powerful Why | Dr. Angela Sanfilippo Casey, Founder of Bright Girl

January 9, 2025 • 63 mins

Episode 040 | Dr. Angel Sanfilippo Casey is a double board-certified dermatologist and Mohs micrographic dermatologic surgeon with a focus on skin cancer and cosmetic dermatology. She's a partner in a suburban private practice, Center for Surgical Dermatology, in Columbus, Ohio and serves as assistant program director and the head of Dermatologic Surgery for the OhioHealth Dermatology residency program. On top of all of that, ...

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Above & Beyond Dermatology

Episodes

.css-r6mb8g{margin:0;word-break:break-word;display:-webkit-box;-webkit-box-orient:vertical;box-orient:vertical;-webkit-line-clamp:1;overflow:hidden;}Raise a Glass to UV Safety Awareness Month with a Skin Fortifying Energy Drink | Brett Ozanich, DO, FAAD, Co-Founder of Solstice

Shining Bright in NorCal through Integrative Dermatology, Phototherapy, and Nutraceutical Development | Katie Varman, MD

Insurance-less in Seattle: A Direct Pay Premiere in the Emerald City | Sarah Sung, MD, Co-Founder of The Perq

CROSS-POD: Going Above & Beyond to Take Care of Patients and Take Care of Business | Learn Skin with Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar

Your Patients Have Scar Anxiety... Learn How to Help Them! | Lisa Massaad & Silagen

Independence and Entrepreneurship in Dermatology and Clinical Trials | Marthe Dika, MD, FAAD

Thriving through Direct Care Dermatology in the City by the Bay | Kaveri Karhade, MD, FAAD

Breaking Down the Science Behind the What and How of NeoGenesis | Greg Maguire, PhD

Does Your Practice Need a Cryptocurrency Policy? | Aamir Hussain, MD, MAPP

Lewellis Catches a Charizard... it's Dr. Peter Lio!!! (IDCP 25-26 Enrollment Deadline is April 21st!)

Get Quiet, Learn to Listen & Make Your Mind Your Medicine (...is that a bird?!) | Kathy Harmon Luber

Compromised, Acneic Skin Solutions Your 5-Minute Dermatologist Isn't Teaching You About | Christine Preston & NeoGenesis

Diving into Naturopathic Dermatology with a Skin+Care Superhero | DeJarra "DJ" Sims, ND

THE Dermy Doc Is In to Talk Dermy Doc Box, Dermy Doc Institute, IP & Direct Care | Fatima Fahs, MD, FAAD

A Joyful Approach to Delivering Outstanding Integrative Dermatology Care | Meena Julapalli, MD

Itchy, Aging Skin is Everywhere... Let's Do Something About It! | Daniel C. Butler, MD

What a Country Derm Can Learn from the Men's Skin Health Expert of Beverly Hills | Lashelle Ullie, Licensed Esthetician

Return of the Dapper Dermatologist! | Dr. Adam Swigost

Betting on Yourself and Building a Skin Care Brand with a Powerful Why | Dr. Angela Sanfilippo Casey, Founder of Bright Girl

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