Episode 199: Beyond Sunscreen: Topical Approaches to Sun Protection

Are we getting too much sun exposure? Or not enough? This week, we're joined by Dr. Katherine Varman as she walks us through the complexity of sun exposure. Listen in as she discusses the different types of photoprotection, the importance of colorful foods, and how to rethink your relationship with the sun. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board-certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence-based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com.   Want to know more about "Beyond Sunscreen: Topical Approaches to Sun Protection?" Join Dr. Varman at the 2024 Integrative Dermatology Symposium.   Katherine Varman, MD is a dermatologist who works in private practice in Northern California. She graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, during which she completed an additional year as a Doris Duke Clinical Research Fellow at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. After an intern year in Chattanooga, TN, she returned to UNC-CH for dermatology residency. Dr. Varman specializes in treating inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis with a unique blend of conventional and functional medicine practices. She also has a passion for photo-immunology and seeks to revitalize phototherapy as an indispensable tool in dermatology. She is also a homesteader and enjoys an active farm life with her husband and children.