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The many uses of microneedling

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How it works, potential applications, and what patients should know ... How it works, potential applications, and what patients should know ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Once an experimental treatment pioneered through the use of tattoo pistols

February 5, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / February 5, 2025 ... PRP, microneedling, and topical minoxidil for refractory severe androgenetic alopecia DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Clinical and therapeutic judgment regarding confluent and reticulated papillomatosis of Gougerot and

From the editor

From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, September 3, 2018 I have learned many new things from the past few editors of ... Dermatology World . This edition is no exception. I know much more about microneedling than I did

Statement on the FDA Safety Briefing about Radiofrequency Microneedling Risks

Statement from Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, President, American Academy of Dermatology ROSEMONT, Ill. (Oct. 16, 2025) — The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is aware of the FDA’s recent safety communication regarding potential risks associated with certain uses of radiofrequency (RF) microneedling.   ... Patient safety is the top priority

November 18, 2020

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / November 18, 2020 ... Hydrogen peroxide and the common wart: Phase 2 results are in DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Granulomatous slack skin — More than one type of mimicry FDA

August 20, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Aug. 20, 2025 ... Oral vs. topical finasteride: Sexual, neuropsychiatric AEs DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Sweating over sweat gland carcinomas: Part 2 — Eccrine mucin-producing sweat gland carcinoma Are topical

July 23, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 23, 2025 ... How to recognize a difficult squamous cell carcinoma DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Sebaceous carcinoma — Double trouble Exploring novel therapies for acne scar treatment Survival after

May 21, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 21, 2025 ... Factors associated with relapse after isotretinoin treatment DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Fixating on doxycycline-induced fixed drug eruptions Can tattoos increase risk of skin cancer? Methotrexate gel

June 9, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 9, 2021 ... Merkel cell carcinoma survival by anatomic site DermWorld Insights and Inquiries: Insult to injury — COVID-19-associated mucormycosis Microneedling with topical therapies for melasma Photosensitivity reaction from benzodiazepines

Advocacy Update Oct 28, 2025

IN THIS ISSUE / Oct. 28, 2025 CMS lifts hold on Medicare claims Advocacy win: Elevance expands coverage for home-based light therapy AAD statement on FDA safety alert for RF microneedling devices AADA nominates Alina Bridges, DO, FAAD, for Medicare clinical diagnostic laboratory test advisory panel 2026 Advocate of the

October 22, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Oct. 22, 2025 ... Do dutasteride and finasteride increase mood disorder risk in men with androgenetic alopecia? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : A potentially effective itsy-bitsy therapy for spider angiomas —

5 reasons to see a dermatologist for microneedling infographic (PDF)

5 reasons to See a Dermatologist for Microneedling.

Emerging diseases resource center

Welcome to the American Academy of Dermatology’s hub for emerging diseases. The Academy’s Emerging Diseases Task Force has curated and developed these scientific resources to assist members in the recognition, management, and reporting of emerging threats. Please check back regularly for disease alerts and new resources. ... Emerging diseases registry

September

Issue ... September January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... From the editor What's hot ... What's hot? Cracking the Code ... Evaluation and management: Selecting the codes Acta Eruditorum ... The case for

What's hot?

What's hot ... September 18, 2018 In this monthly column, members of the ... Dermatology World Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Edward W. Cowen, MD, MHSc ... The clock is TICKing on emerging vectorborne diseases. Lyme disease, famously named for its endemicity in Old

Two new skin healthy issues put information directly into patients’ hands

Winter, summer editions were full of useful tips. ... Since the last update, the Academy published two new issues of ... skin healthy magazine. ... skin healthy provides expert editorial content on common conditions affecting the skin, hair, and nails, and up-to-date recommendations on keeping skin healthy year-round. ... skin

Our public-facing AAD.org content performs strongly

One of the many benefits of the Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy is driving traffic to the public-facing pages of the AAD.org website. During the first five months of 2023, over ... 20 million visitors viewed webpages over ... 28 million times. In the same timeframe, the Academy updated

Scar solutions

Experts discuss current approaches to scar management. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, January 1, 2025 Every scar has a story. However, for millions of people worldwide, scars may negatively impact their quality of life, causing psychological distress along with physical discomfort. ... While therapeutic approaches to treat

Five unsafe skin care trends to avoid

Advice from board-certified dermatologists to keep your skin healthy ROSEMONT, Ill. (Nov. 1, 2023) — Social media platforms are rife with skin care advice from a variety of sources, which can make it difficult to know how to approach the recommendations you find online. In recognition of National Healthy Skin

Shedding light on treatments for female pattern hair loss

Dermatologist hair experts discuss the efficacy and safety considerations of off-label treatments for female pattern hair loss. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, April 1, 2025 A female patient presents with thinning hair and a reduction in hair density at the top of the scalp. Is it

Time for a Churchillian approach to idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis?

By Warren R. Heymann, MD Jan. 22, 2018 Limbs of patient with idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis lesions. ... Credit: ... JAAD I was only 10 years old when Winston Churchill died, but even as a child I was aware of his inspirational abilities. I was reminded his gift watching Gary

October 31

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / October 31, 2018 ... Oral antibiotic gets FDA approval for acne Teamwork Hero: Steven Daveluy, MD Are you smarter than DataDerm? ABMS approves Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery subspecialty Trump administration announces plans

Addressing online misinformation with patients

Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor , November 1, 2022 DermWorld ... talks to Karan Lal, DO, MS, FAAD, from Affiliated Dermatology in Scottsdale, Arizona, about how to discuss online misinformation with patients. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Dr. Lal: I work at Affiliated Dermatology in

AAD.org public content tops search results

One of the many facets of the Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy is curating and optimizing the Academy’s public-facing content so that it is easier for people to find, which helps drive traffic to AAD.org and ensures that the information the Academy supports is among the top search results.

Laser focus

Dermatologist experts discuss the latest advances in laser technology and offer tips on how to navigate the research and acquisition process ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor, April 1, 2021 For the new dermatologist moving from residency to practice, or the established dermatologist simply seeking a challenge,

Digital media kit: DermWorld editorial calendar

Download a PDF of the 2026 DermWorld editorial calendar . ... JANUARY ... FEBRUARY ... MARCH ... Preparing derms to use ... GLP-1 RA Coding: Soft tissue excision ... Managing declining morale in health care ... Close: 11/25/25 ... Materials due: 12/3/25 ... Mail date: 1/2/26 ... Update on ...

For better or worse technology is changing medicine.

From the President ... Dr. Olbricht served as Academy president from March 2018 to March 2019. ... By Suzanne Olbricht, MD, September 3, 2018 When is the last time you looked at a paper map or met with a travel agent to book your next adventure? Advances in technology have

July 14, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 14, 2021 ... Acne scarring treatments: What’s most effective? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Assessing the significance of a L ong- D eveloped H abit — The role of LDH

June 19, 2024

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 19, 2024 ... Neuropsychiatric diagnoses after isotretinoin initiation in pediatric acne patients DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Advances in pruritus therapeutics — It’s Greek to us Efficacy of treatment options

American Academy of Dermatology issues updated guidelines for the management of acne

Both newly approved and well-established treatments recommended ROSEMONT, Ill. (Jan. 31, 2024) — Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting nearly 50 million Americans each year, with symptoms usually beginning in puberty. Acne affects 85% of adolescents and can also often begin or continue in

February 10, 2021

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Feb. 10, 2021 ... FDA clears device to improve cellulite DermWorld Insights and Inquiries: Leishmania episode 1a — attack of the clones Distance traveled: Dr. Lim’s diversity focus as Academy president

April 24

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 24, 2019 ... Dermal filler may effectively treat facial acne scarring DW Insights and Inquiries : Fever, rash, and lymphadenopathy may be wearing more than one DRESS AAD Board of

June 5, 2024

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 5, 2024 ... Oral minoxidil vs. topical minoxidil for male androgenetic alopecia DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Nailing the diagnosis of the BAP1 tumor predisposition syndrome Clotrimazole-betamethasone dipropionate for nonfungal

September 4

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / September 4, 2019 ... New Drug Application submitted for rosacea topical treatment DW Insights and Inquiries : Parabens — A common allergen with lots of hype and no real harm Feedback

July 17

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 17, 2019 ... Isotretinoin, depression, and suicide: What’s the connection? DW Insights and Inquiries : Should dermatologists be anti-antihistamine for atopic dermatitis? 2018 MIPS performance feedback, final score, and targeted

Your Dermatologist Knows media wins 2024

A key part of Your Dermatologist Knows is pitching stories to media outlets in hopes they’ll run news stories sharing information about the wide breadth of knowledge dermatologists have to their readership. We consider every new story published as a result of our pitches as a win, regardless of whether

This month’s news from across the specialty

What’s hot ... August 1, 2023 In this monthly column, members of the  ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty.   ... Craig Burkhart, MD, MS, MPH, FAAD SARMs is a growing and dangerous social media trend. ... The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Scarred by dogma: Revising recommendations for surgery and isotretinoin use

By Warren R. Heymann, MD Aug. 22, 2017 Severe acne. ... Credit: American Academy of Dermatology teaching slide ... I have had the privilege of prescribing isotretinoin since its release in 1982. Is there any other dermatologic medication that has benefited our patients so greatly? I’ve weathered every isotretinoin controversy

July 30, 2025

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 23, 2025 ... Intralesional acyclovir vs. quadrivalent HPV vaccine for recalcitrant warts DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : PRIDE without prejudice FDA approves delgocitinib for chronic hand eczema Efficacy of hedgehog

December 5

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / December 5, 2018 ... USP update on access to buffered lidocaine Are you smarter than DataDerm™? What’s the latest on drug shortages? Identifying, treating rosacea in skin of color 2019 AAD

Social media skin care trends: Dermatologists reveal the facts

Board-certified dermatologists provide tips for healthy skin ROSEMONT, Ill. (Oct. 29, 2024) — With the growing popularity of beauty influencers and viral skin care routines, social media is playing an integral role in shaping how people care for their skin. Popular trends like the glass-skin look, the Russian manicure, and

Wait no more

In Practice ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, September 3, 2018 Dermatology World talks with Benjamin Chong, MD, MSCS service chief of dermatology at Parkland Health and Hospital System in Dallas about how he addressed long wait times. ... Dermatology World: Describe the access issues with the dermatology clinic at

From "slugging" to snail mucin

Dermatologists discuss popular social media trends impacting the skin. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, October 1, 2023 Social media and the skin have a long history together. For over 15 years, social media has been an ever-growing presence in nearly all facets of life: politics, commerce —

Using trusts to shield assets from potential liability

Money Matters ... David B. Snyder, JD, CLU ... ® ... , is an attorney, author, and financial advisor at the wealth management firm OJM Group. He covers financial issues for dermatologists in this quarterly ... Dermatology World column. ... By David B. Snyder, JD, CLU, September 3, 2018 Given

Fear not the knife

Experienced dermatologists offer insights and encouragement to perform advanced cosmetic surgeries. ... Feature ... By Laura Vernaci, Contributing Writer, October 1, 2025 When it comes to the skin, less is more and safer is better. In some cases, surgery is the only option, and this requires advanced education and extra

A new spin

Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Examining the theory behind the use of platelet rich plasma for dermatologic procedures ... Examining the theory behind the use of platelet rich plasma for dermatologic procedures ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor Professional football players, world-renowned

June 14, 2023

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 14, 2023 ... Truncal acne in young adults DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Teatime for radiation dermatitis (and beyond) Comorbidities of keloid and hypertrophic scars Misconceptions about biosimilars in dermatology

February 27

Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / February 27, 2019 ... FDA approves new neurotoxin for frown lines Breaking down the FDA’s new sunscreen proposal Update on Anthem instituting new modifier 25 payment policy A new way to

What's hot?

What's hot ... August 23, 2018 In this monthly column, members of the ... Dermatology World Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Mallory Abate, MD ... Are you over-checking labs for your acne patients on isotretinoin? An article from the ... JAAD’ s Best of

Telemedicine: Reimbursement liability patient consent and HIPAA

Legally Speaking ... Robert M. Portman, JD, MPP, is a health care attorney with Powers Pyles Sutter & Verville, in Washington, DC, and serves as legal counsel for the AAD and AADA. ... By Robert M. Portman, JD, MPP, Rebecca Burke, JD, and Christina L. Krysinski, JD, September 3, 2018

Expanding your cosmetic services

In Practice ... Beth Santmyire-Rosenberger, MD, PhD, is the owner of Appalachian Spring Dermatology, PLLC, in Fairmont, West Virginia. ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, May 1, 2019 Dermatology World talks with Beth Santmyire-Rosenberger, MD, PhD, from Appalachian Spring Dermatology, PLLC, in Fairmont, West Virginia, about how to expand the

Evaluation and management: Selecting the codes

Cracking the Code ... Dr. Miller, who is in private practice in Yorba Linda, California, represents the American Academy of Dermatology on the AMA-CPT Advisory Committee. ... By Alexander Miller, MD, September 3, 2018 You have evaluated a patient, and now it is time to select an appropriate level of

The case for comprehensive patch testing

Acta Eruditorum ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, September 3, 2018 In this month’s Acta Eruditorum column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Jenny E. Murase, MD, about her

Paging Dr. Google

Dermatologists discuss the consequences of self-practiced medicine and what physicians can do to educate patients ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, August 1, 2022 "There is no doubt that the modern internet age has empowered people with more information than ever before in human history. Like any tool,

A tug of war

The AADA continues to make headway against scope of practice threats. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, September 1, 2024 The tug of war for scope expansion continues. As both sides are poised to pull the rope — and with it the opposing team — across the

Dermatology World Weekly

DermWorld Weekly  is a brief, concise digest of the latest news, hand-picked by  ... DW’s  editorial team with analysis of why it matters to dermatologists. ... Each week editors review the landscape of health care news in  ... DermWorld's  core areas of practice management, policy, and patient care, and highlight

PDF of late-breaking research abstracts

Comparing the Efficacy of Combination of Microneedling and 10% Trichloroacetic acid Peels Versus Carbon

PDF of gross and micro abstract programs

Objective Was to verify the therapeutic effect and safety of intradermal injection of TA versus TA microneedling