Derms and Conditions

Derms and Conditions

Hear from the leading dermatologists and experts as they discuss the hottest topics in dermatology. Tune in for clinical practice tips and treatment pearls you can implement quickly and efficiently into your busy practices!

Episodes

June 12, 2025 26 mins
In this special mailbag episode of Derms and Conditions, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, takes on your questions from the field, offering expert guidance and real-world tips on some of the most common challenges in dermatology today.  Dr Del Rosso begins by tackling common challenges with oral apremilast for psoriasis, sharing strategies to manage gastrointestinal side effects and improve patient adherence. He provides tips on starter pac...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, Dr James Q. Del Rosso is joined by Dr Adelaide Hebert, Chief of Pediatric Dermatology at McGovern School of Medicine and Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas. Back by popular demand, Dr Hebert shares her clinical experience managing pediatric atopic dermatitis—particularly in patients who are treatment resistant, injection-averse, or fearful of topical steroids.  The conve...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, Dr James Q. Del Rosso welcomes esteemed dermatologist Dr Henry Lim from Michigan. Together, they explore the evolving science behind photoprotection, the importance of advances in sunscreen formulations and ingredients, and the clinical relevance of sunscreen formulations that both protect against and repair photodamage.  Dr Lim provides an update on comprehensive photoprotection that inclu...
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In Part Two of the Tea with Dr. D premiere, James Q. Del Rosso, DO, returns with Lauren Lam, MD, a Canadian dermatologist with a keen interest and extensive experience in managing hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). After covering overall considerations and the medical side of HS management in Part One, they shift gears to focus on important physical approaches, including one of the most effective—and often underutilized—surgical interv...
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In this premiere episode of Tea with Dr D, Dr James Q Del Rosso welcomes Dr Lauren Lam, a Canadian dermatologist with special interest and strong experience in managing patients affected by hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). They engage in a thoughtful and comprehensive conversation about diagnosing and treating this common yet often elusive skin condition—especially in its early stages—which has been notoriously difficult to treat. Th...
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May 1, 2025 26 mins
In this first mailbag edition of Derms and Conditions, Dr James Q. Del Rosso flies solo to answer your questions—submitted by clinicians across the country. From potassium monitoring to topical field therapy, it’s a rapid-fire round of guidance grounded in the latest literature, clinical experience, and practical wisdom. Dr Del Rosso kicks things off with the ever-popular question: Do I really need to monitor blood potassium in he...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host Dr James Del Rosso speaks with Dr Linda Stein Gold, Director of Dermatology at Henry Ford Health, to unpack one of dermatology’s most frustrating and multifactorial conditions: chronic hand eczema. They explore why chronic hand eczema isn’t a single disease but a spectrum of overlapping etiologies—ranging from atopic dermatitis and irritant or allergic contact dermatitis to more elusiv...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, Dr James Q Del Rosso is joined by Dr April Armstrong, Chair of Dermatology at UCLA, for a thorough discussion of oral therapies for plaque psoriasis—what’s new, what still works, and how to choose the right treatment for the right patient. They kick off with a practical discussion on older systemic options like methotrexate and cyclosporine, including when these tried-and-true agents still ...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, Dr James Q. Del Rosso shifts gears from clinical dermatology to something equally important but rarely discussed—legal and financial planning. He’s joined by his longtime friend and dermatopathologist, Dr Clay Cockerell, who also happens to be a licensed attorney with a passion for educating physicians about estate planning. Dr Cockerell breaks down the fundamentals of trusts, wills, and ma...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, Dr James Q. Del Rosso welcomes back his longtime friend and pediatric dermatology expert, Dr Lisa Swanson. Together, they explore the rapidly evolving treatment landscape for pediatric atopic dermatitis, with a focus on newly approved non-steroidal topical therapies. Dr Swanson shares her insights on tapinarof 1% cream, now FDA-approved for patients as young as two years old, and topical ro...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host Dr James Q. Del Rosso returns from the 2025 Winter Clinical Dermatology Conference – Miami® with a deep dive into some of the standout posters presented at the meeting. Dr Del Rosso begins the review with new insights on topical clascoterone 1% cream and its impact on the skin barrier, tolerability, and sebum reduction. He explores recent studies showing that clascoterone does not comp...
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In this special live episode of Derms and Conditions, recorded at the 2025 Winter Clinical Dermatology Conference - Hawaii®, host Dr James Q. Del Rosso welcomes Dr April Armstrong, chief of dermatology at UCLA, and Dr David Cohen, dermatologist at NYU Langone, to break down the key takeaways from this year’s meeting.   The discussion kicks off with chronic hand eczema, a condition that can be difficult to diagnose and treat due to ...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, welcomes Lawrence Green, MD, clinical professor at George Washington University and practicing dermatologist, to discuss the evolving landscape of hyperhidrosis and the latest FDA-approved therapy, sofpironium bromide gel. Dr Green highlights that an estimated 16 million people in the US experience clinical hyperhidrosis, with axillary hyperhidrosis being the mos...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Del Rosso, DO, welcomes Ron Vender, MD, Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at McMaster University, to discuss practical strategies for psoriasis treatment and the management of chronic hand dermatitis. They begin with Dr Vender sharing his 90/70/40 rule, a numeric approach to evaluating biologic efficacy in psoriasis. He explains that across biologic agents, PASI75 respon...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, James Del Rosso, DO, welcomes Dustin Portela, DO, a private practice dermatologist in Boise, ID, and well-known social media presence, to discuss the challenges and responsibilities of dermatologists engaging online while maintaining professional integrity. Dr Portela shares how he unintentionally became an influencer, initially using social media to market his new practice without a budget....
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, welcomes Michael Payette, MD, a dermatologist in private practice at Central Connecticut Dermatology, to discuss practical approaches to managing hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Dr Payette shares his experience establishing a dedicated HS clinic and provides insights into addressing diagnostic delays, patient education, and emerging treatments. They begin by discu...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, welcomes Mona Shahriari, MD, associate director of clinical trials at Central CT Dermatology and assistant clinical professor at Yale University, to discuss the challenges of treating pregnant and breastfeeding patients, particularly those with atopic dermatitis (AD). The conversation addresses a crucial yet often unclear topic for dermatologists: balancing safet...
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In this milestone 100th episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Del Rosso, DO, takes listeners on a year-in-review journey through some of the greatest highlights from 2024. This special solo episode reflects on standout conversations with leading dermatologists and previews exciting plans for 2025.   Dr Del Rosso revisits key insights from some of the most impactful episodes on this 100th Episode of Derms and Conditions Podcas...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, is joined by Brad Glick, DO, dermatologist and residency program director at Larkin Health Center in South Florida, to discuss the complexities of selecting systemic therapies for psoriasis. They share insights on navigating the abundance of treatment options, focusing on patient-centric considerations, with an emphasis on the TYK2 inhibitor deucravacitinib. They...
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In this episode of Derms and Conditions, host James Q. Del Rosso, DO, welcomes E. James Song, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Frontier Dermatology, to explore the nuances of systemic therapy selection for atopic dermatitis (AD) and offer practical guidance on tailoring treatment plans to optimize outcomes for these patients. They begin by discussing the importance of considering patient-specific factors, such as contraindications, acc...
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