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Derm Boot Camp Updates
by Dr. Boswell
Derm Boot Camp Updates with Dr. Boswell Podcast is an ongoing companion to dermbootcamp.com, delivering timely updates, clinical pearls and evidence-based dermatology essentials. Dr. Boswell breaks down guidelines, cases and updated developments in the field of dermatology so you stay sharp for board exams and real-world practice. Perfect for physician assistants, nurse practitioners and primary care providers who want clear, concise dermatology insights - anytime, anywhere.Enroll bonus: Get 50% off the original course at dermbootcamp.com with code PODCAST at checkout.
Episodes
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 26 Updates with Dr. Boswell
Derm Boot Camp Week 26 wraps up the series with a focused discussion on local anesthesia, key dermatologic surgery principles, and bonus case reviews designed to bring everything together. The episode concludes with high-yield bonus cases that integrate procedural decision-making with core...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 25 Updates with Dr. Boswell
In Week 25 of Derm Boot Camp, we take a closer look at some of the most clinically nuanced and high-yield dermatologic conditions. This episode covers rashes around the mouth, including key differentials and management strategies for perioral presentations you can’t afford to miss. We then dive...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 24 Updates with Dr. Boswell
Week 24 dives into high-yield pathology every dermatology provider needs to recognize with confidence. This episode focuses on tumors not to miss—the critical lesions that demand early identification to prevent morbidity and mortality. We break down distinguishing clinical and histologic…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 23 Updates with Dr. Boswell
In Episode 23, we break down lichen planus from the classic presentation to its many variations including cutaneous, oral, genital, scalp/lichen planopilaris, nail, hypertrophic, actinic, and pigmentosus so you can recognize patterns quickly, confirm the diagnosis when it’s subtle, and avoid…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 22 Updates with Dr. Boswell
In Episode 22, we’re diving into Immunology with a practical, clinic-ready breakdown of BMS (blistering mucosal syndromes) and other chronic blistering dermatoses. We connect the “why” (autoantibodies, target antigens, inflammation pathways) to the “what you do next” (how they present, how to...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 21 Updates with Dr. Boswell
Week 21 of Derm Boot Camp focuses on disorders of pigmentation and the clinical reasoning behind diagnosing and managing them. This episode covers vitiligo, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation, and other disturbances of pigmentation, with an emphasis on pathophysiology…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 20 Updates with Dr. Boswell
Week 20 is Part 2 of our viral infection series, picking up right where Week 19 left off. We break down the viral derm conditions you’ll see in real practice focusing on poxvirus presentations like molluscum contagiosum how to recognize them quickly, what to rule out, and how to treat them...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 19 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week’s episode focuses on three of the most common viral conditions seen in clinical practice: herpes simplex virus (HSV), varicella-zoster virus (VZV), and warts. We break down how these conditions present in real patients, how to differentiate similar-looking eruptions, and how to approach...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 18 Updates with Dr. Boswell
Week 18 of Derm Boot Camp is all about yeast and fungal infections. We dive deep into the different presentations you’ll see in clinic and how to quickly narrow the differential, then focus on the practical steps that drive better outcomes—collecting the most accurate samples, choosing the most...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 17 Updates with Dr. Boswell
Week 17 of Derm Boot Camp is all about topical antifungals—and the skin conditions caused by fungi and yeast. If you’ve ever been unsure why a rash won’t clear, when an antifungal cream is actually the right move, or what causes these infections to keep coming back, this episode breaks it down in…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 16 Updates with Dr. Boswell
Week 16 is all about bacterial skin infections, how to spot them fast and treat them correctly. We break down staph (“staph,” short for Staphylococcus) infections, including the different ways they can present, how to tell common look-alikes apart, and what clinical clues matter most. This…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 15 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week, Dr. Boswell dives into one of his favorite areas to diagnose: connective tissue diseases. We break down how these conditions show up on the skin, what they can reveal about a patient’s overall health, and why getting the diagnosis right can quite literally change a life. Dr. Boswell…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 14 Updates with Dr. Boswell
In this episode, we dive into urticaria and erythema with a focus on intense itch, what’s actually driving the sensation and how to calm it down. We break down the role of histamine, when to consider H2 receptor blockers alongside H1s, and where some of the newer FDA-approved treatment options…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 13 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week, we dive into allergic reactions and contact dermatitis—two conditions that look similar on the surface but require completely different approaches to diagnose and treat. We break down the difference between irritant vs. allergic contact dermatitis, why some patients flare from everyday...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 12 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week, we dive into eczema — and why treating it goes far beyond comfort and cosmetics. Recent findings show that chronic eczema can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, making proper management a matter of long-term health, not just skin care. We’ll explore the systemic impacts of...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 11 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week’s episode explores the complex world of itch and pruritus — and why it’s not all about histamine. We break down how chronic itch can stem from immune dysregulation and cytokine activity, not just allergic reactions. Patients with chronic itch often face stigma, being told it’s “in their...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 10 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week’s episode dives into modern psoriasis management exploring how far treatment has come beyond traditional topicals and steroids. We discuss biologic therapies, how they work to target inflammation at its source, and what makes them a game-changer for many patients. Plus, we break down…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 9 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week, we’re tackling two common and often confusing skin conditions: seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis. We’ll cover the latest updates in treatment, including a newly approved non-steroidal medication that’s changing how we approach seb derm. You’ll learn why Head & Shoulders and other...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 8 Updates with Dr. Boswell
In this episode, we dive into Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to patchy hair loss on the scalp or body. We break down the clinical presentation, common triggers, and how to differentiate it from other forms of alopecia.…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 7 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week, we dive into nevi (moles) and melanoma, breaking down how to distinguish benign from malignant lesions. We discuss the characteristics of blue nevi benign deep dermal moles and when a punch biopsy is appropriate, depending on lesion size and clinical suspicion. Plus, we cover…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 6 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week on Derm Boot Camp, we’re diving deep into the world of lumps, bumps, cysts, and skin neoplasms the everyday lesions that can make or break a good differential diagnosis. We’ll cover how to recognize common presentations, when to biopsy vs. observe, and practical biopsy tips to improve...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 5 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week we dive into one of the most important topics in dermatology: Mohs micrographic surgery and its role in treating non-melanoma skin cancers. We’ll break down why Mohs is considered the gold standard, the differences between basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, and why SCC...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 4 Updates with Dr. Boswell
This week we cover isotretinoin (Accutane)—one of the strongest acne treatments available. Many patients think their medication “isn’t working,” but in reality, it’s often about how they’re taking it. We explain why isotretinoin should always be taken with a fatty meal to ensure proper…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 3 Updates with Dr. Boswell
In Episode 3 of Derm Boot Camp Updates with Dr. Boswell, we turn our focus to acne and the latest developments shaping how it’s treated. Dr. Boswell reviews new discoveries in the acne space, including emerging topical creams designed to better combat breakouts and improve patient outcomes. He…
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 2 Updates with Dr. Boswell
In Episode 2 of Derm Boot Camp Updates with Dr. Boswell, we focus on the essentials of proper coding in dermatology. Dr. Boswell explains how accurate coding not only ensures fair reimbursement but also reduces the number of denied claims, helping providers streamline the billing process while...
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Derm Boot Camp - Week 1 Updates with Dr. Boswell
In this first episode of the Derm Boot Camp Podcast, Dr. Boswell takes you behind the scenes of his journey into dermatology, sharing what inspired him to choose this specialty and the experiences that shaped his career. He also explains the motivation behind creating Derm Boot Camp: a resource...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Derm Boot Camp Updates with Dr. Boswell Podcast is an ongoing companion to dermbootcamp.com, delivering timely updates, clinical pearls and evidence-based dermatology essentials. Dr. Boswell breaks down guidelines, cases and updated developments in the field of dermatology so you stay sharp for board exams and real-world practice. Perfect for physician assistants, nurse practitioners and primary care providers who want clear, concise dermatology insights - anytime, anywhere.Enroll bonus: Get 50% off the original course at dermbootcamp.com with code PODCAST at checkout.
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