Beyond Alopecia: Advancing Pediatric Hair Disorders Research

Tune in to hear Dr. Cathryn Sibbald and Dr. Ilka Netravali, leaders of PeDRA’s Hair Disorders Focused Study Group, explore how pediatric hair disorders research is evolving beyond alopecia areata. They discuss multicenter studies, emerging biomarkers and precision medicine approaches, cross-specialty collaboration, and the importance of incorporating patient and family perspectives to improve care. The conversation highlights how this growing body of research is helping move the field toward more personalized, evidence-based, and equitable treatment for children with hair disorders.