Confident Counseling for PAs and NPs: Navigating JAK Inhibitors

In this episode of The Spot Check, Lauren Miller, PA-C, and guest TJ Chao, PA-C, discuss how dermatology PAs and NPs can confidently explain JAK inhibitors to patients. They cover the basics of JAK inhibitors, the JAK-STAT pathway, and why understanding these mechanisms is crucial for effective patient counseling. They also address FDA boxed warnings, explaining their origins and how to contextualize safety concerns for dermatologic treatments. Tune in to gain insights into the importance of educating patients about both the benefits and risks of JAK inhibitors and hear success stories and practical tips for providers to build confidence in prescribing these therapies.