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PeDRA Pearls
by Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance
The Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA) is vibrant research network pursuing the mission to create, inspire, and sustain research to prevent, treat, and cure childhood skin disease.
Episodes
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Hope, Access, and the Future of EB Care
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, host Jenn Dawson welcomes back Emily Gorell, DO, of the University of Colorado to discuss the growing momentum within the epidermolysis bullosa (EB) community. They explore the impact of new and emerging therapies, the importance of centering patient voices, and...
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From Intention to Impact – Inside the PeDRA Annual Conference
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Jenn Dawson and PeDRA’s Executive Director, Mike Siegel, PhD, preview the upcoming PeDRA Annual Conference, happening October 15–17 in Alexandria, Virginia. Centered on the theme “From Intention to Impact: Making Space for Research,” the conversation highlights…
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From Results to Real Life: Pediatric Patch Testing
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Jenn Dawson speaks with Sarah Kamsiah Zemlok, MD, and Jeff Yu, MD about their PeDRA-funded research on how children and families understand patch testing results. Their conversation explores the challenges of translating results into everyday allergen avoidance,...
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Rethinking Acne Care for Transgender Adolescents
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Jenn Dawson speaks with Courtney Smith, MD and Howa Yueng, MD, MSc, about their research on acne risk and dermatologic care among transgender and gender-diverse adolescents receiving gender-affirming hormone therapy. They discuss how patient-centered questions...
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It Takes a Village: Advancing Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis and Psoriasis Research
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Jenn Dawson talks with Tina Ho, MD, PhD, and Joy Wan, MD, about the Atopic Dermatitis and Psoriasis Focused Study Group and its collaborative efforts to advance pediatric dermatology research. They explore the impact of eczema on children and families, the...
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Planned Until Proven Otherwise: Finding Your Path in Pediatric Dermatology Research
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Jenn Dawson welcomes Delaney Ding, PeDRA’s Research Fellow, to discuss his journey as an MD-PhD student and his work at the intersection of pediatric dermatology, epidemiology, data science, and patient advocacy. Delaney shares insights from his research on skin...
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From Ichthyosis to EDD: A Patient-Researcher's Journey
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Jenn Dawson welcomes back Stefanos Koutsoukos for a deeper conversation about research on rare genetic skin diseases through the lens of both lived experience and bench science. Stefanos shares his family’s diagnostic journey, the evolving terminology surrounding...
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Research Hot Takes
Join Jenn Dawson and Mitchell Hanson for some quick-hitting "research hot takes!" Topical Therapies Supporting Links and Articles https://nextstepsinderm.com/derm-topics/expanding-the-treatment-landscape-for-atopic-dermatitis-hidradenitis-suppurativa-and-chronic-hand-eczema/...
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Not Just Small Adults: Rethinking Acne and HS Care for Kids and Teens
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Jenn Dawson talks with Colleen Cotton, MD, and Dawn Eichenfield, MD, PhD, leaders of PeDRA’s Acne and Hidradenitis Suppurativa Focus Study Group, about the evolving research landscape for pediatric acne and HS. Together, they discuss the importance of early...
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From Curiosity to Care: Heather Gochnauer on Pediatric Dermatology
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Heather Gochnauer, MD, joins the podcast to talk about her path into pediatric dermatology, her work at Rady Children’s and UC San Diego, and the clinical and research questions that motivate her early career. This conversation explores continuity of care from...
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Translational Dermatology: Bringing Science Closer to Patients
In this episode, Jason Hawkes, MD, returns to discuss the evolving role of translational dermatology in bringing scientific discoveries closer to patient care. He shares how advances in immunology and clinical trials are transforming treatment for psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, hidradenitis...
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Rare Disease, Real Progress: Unraveling Bachmann-Bupp Syndrome
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, we explore the discovery of Bachmann-Bupp syndrome and the remarkable collaboration that transformed a single patient observation into a growing body of research and a promising treatment pathway. Host Jenn Dawson speaks with Caleb Bupp, MD, Andre Bachmann, PhD…
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Connection, Service, and Redirection with Mitchell Hanson, MD, MPH
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, host Jenn Dawson welcomes Mitchell Hanson, MD, MPH, PeDRA’s new Education Fellow, for a conversation about connection, service, and intentionality in pediatric dermatology. Mitchell shares how his path through neuroscience, public health, medical education, and...
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The Evolving Research Landscape in Epidermolysis Bullosa
In the first installment of PeDRA’s 2026 educational series – Research in Action: Advancing Care for Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), Dr. Peter Marinkovich of Stanford University provides a timely overview of emerging therapies and clinical research in EB, including gene therapies, cell-based...
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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,...
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Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis: New Guidelines, New Treatments, New Questions
In this episode, host Jenn Dawson talks with Dr. Dawn Davis, Dr. Amy Paller, and Dr. Larry Eichenfield about the newly published pediatric atopic dermatitis guidelines and what they mean for clinicians, patients, and families. Together, they unpack the evidence behind prevention, comorbidities…
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PeDRA at SID - Key Takeaways from the 2026 Meeting
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Jenn Dawson is joined by PeDRA Executive Director Mike Siegel and Outcomes Committee Chair Dr. Marcia Hogeling to recap key themes from the Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) meeting. They discuss emerging trends in dermatology research, including the...
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PeDRA at SID - A Patient Advocacy Perspective
Meredith Weiss joins the podcast to discuss a study that was presented in the inaugural Gorlin Syndrome Alliance Round Table session at the Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) meeting. Meredith is the Executive Director for the Gorlin Syndrome Alliance. Novel PTCH1 Variants in Gorlin...
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PeDRA at SID - Reflections with Lynn Petukhova, PhD
Lynn Petukhova, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology and the Department of Population Health.
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PeDRA at SID - Reflections with Stefanos Koutsoukos, and Ganna Bilousova, PhD
Ganna Bilousova, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of Colorado and mentor to Stefanos Koutsoukos, a PhD candidate at the University of Colorado. Dr. Bilousova and Stefanos received a 2025 PeDRA Research Fellowship Award for their project, Characterizing Deficits in...
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PeDRA at SID - Poster Interviews
Tammy Esohe Ehimwenma Point Du Jour, Medical Student, Meharry Medical College Neha Momin, Medical Student, University of Houston Rachel Zhang, Johns Hopkins University Sarah Commaroto, Research Fellow, University of South Florida Madeline Guy, Medical Student, Northwest Ohio Medical University
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PeDRA at SID - Reflections from Dr. Yvonne Chiu
Dr. Chiu joins the podcast to share an update on her ongoing study, Clinical and Genetic Characterization of Recurrent Reactive Infectious Mucocutaneous Eruption (RIME).
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PeDRA at SID - Reflections with Dr. Michael Howell
Michael Howell, PhD, is an immunologist and the Founder and President of Mountaineer Biosciences.
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PeDRA at SID - Reflections with Dr. Joy Wan
Dr. Joy Wan is a pediatric dermatologist and an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
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PeDRA at SID - Reflections with Dr. Beth Drolet
Dr. Beth Drolet is Professor and Chair, Geneva F. and Sture Johnson Distinguished Chair at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.
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PeDRA at SID - Reflections from Dr. Megha Tollefson
Dr. Megha Tollefson, Department Chair of Dermatology, Professor of Pediatrics and Dermatology at the Mayo Clinic, and PeDRA President-Elect, shares her key takeaways from the PeDRA session at SID.
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PeDRA at SID - Reflections from Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield
Lawrence Eichenfield, MD reflects on the key takeaways from the International Eczema Council meeting at SID.
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PeDRA at SID - Reflections with Dr. Jinia El-Feghaly
Dr. El-Feghaly joins the podcast to share her thoughts on the Epidermal Differentiation Disorders meeting as well as the first Gorlin Syndrome Alliance round table!
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PeDRA at SID - Reflections on the EDD Symposium with Keith Choate, MD, PhD
PeDRA President, Keith Choate, MD, PhD, shares his reflections on the Epidermal Differentiation Disorders Symposium! Learn more about Epidermal Differentiation Disorders. Join Jenn for an interview!
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PeDRA at SID - Kick Off Interview with Mike Siegel, PhD
PeDRA’s Executive Director, Mike Siegel, PhD, and Director of Educational Programs, Jenn Dawson, are attending the 83rd Annual Society for Investigative Dermatology Meeting in Chicago, IL! In this bonus episode, they highlight what attendees can look forward to and why the SID meeting continues…
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Heroes for Hallie Grace: Turning Grief into Action
In this episode, host Jenn Dawson speaks with Anne Davis, Pys.D., clinical psychologist, grief and trauma specialist, and mother of Hallie Grace Davis, who lived with junctional epidermolysis bullosa (EB). Anne shares Hallie’s story and how her family created Heroes for Hallie Grace to support EB...
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PeDRA Announcements!
PeDRA and the Society for Investigative Dermatology Meeting 14th PeDRA Annual Conference Register for the Epidermolysis Bullosa Webinar Funding Opportunities Upcoming Conferences
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STARC Spotlight: Skin Toxicities & Tumors in Pediatric Cancer Care
Skin reactions during pediatric cancer treatment can be painful, stigmatizing, and sometimes threaten a child’s ability to stay on therapy. In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, Dr. Christina Boull and Dr. Rebecca Levy discuss PeDRA's Skin Tumors and Reactions to Cancer Therapies (STARC) Focused Study...
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How Young is too Young for Hormonal Acne Treatment?
In her final episode as guest host, PeDRA Fellow, Hannah Chang, talks with Dr. Andrea Zaenglein and Dr. Jonette Keri about the 2023 PeDRA consensus recommendations on using combined oral contraceptives and spironolactone for acne in patients ages 9–15. They break down what the guidance says, what...
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Inside the Connective Tissue and Autoinflammatory Disorders Focused Study Group
In this episode, we bring together two leaders in pediatric dermatology research to explore the work of PeDRA’s Connective Tissue and Autoinflammatory Disorders Focused Study Group. Dr. Kalyani Marathe, who serves as the group’s vice chair, and Dr. Maria Teresa Garcia-Romero, the group’s chair,...
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Two Years with PeDRA: Insights, Impact, and the Road Ahead
In this special episode of PeDRA Pearls, host Jenn Dawson speaks with PeDRA Fellow Hannah Chang as she reflects on her two-year fellowship experience. Hannah shares highlights from recent conferences, key lessons from research and mentorship, and insights from her work in pediatric dermatology,...
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Bridging the Lab and the Bedside: The Science Behind Severe Skin Reactions
Reid Oldenburg, MD, PhD, joins host Jenn Dawson to discuss his journey as a clinician-scientist and his leadership of PeDRA’s Drugs and Bugs Focused Study Group. He shares how early global infectious-disease research shaped his path to dermatology, highlights ongoing projects—from genetic studies...
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Spring Forward with PeDRA: Key Deadlines & Opportunities
Jenn Dawson and Caitlin Haskell discuss a host of upcoming PeDRA deadlines and opportunities. Here are links to all the items referenced in the episode. PeDRA funding opportunities PeDRA Fellow Application PeDRA Membership Renewal and Survey Nominations for the PeDRA awards program Educational...
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More Than Hair: Quality of Life After Persistent Alopecia
Join PeDRA Fellow Hannah Chang for a roundtable discussion with special guests Dr. Jillian Rork and Dr. Deepti Gupta. Together, they discuss a recent publication titled “Impact of Persistent Alopecia on Quality of Life in Childhood Cancer and Transplant Survivors.” This article was published in...
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Points of Discussion: Clinical Trials - Academic Clinical Trials and How they Work
This episode breaks down the foundations of academic clinical research, from how studies are conceived and funded to how protocols ensure rigor, consistency, and patient safety. Listeners learn about the roles of sponsors, CROs, IRBs, and research teams, as well as the advantages and challenges…
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Points of Discussion: Clinical Trials - Speed and Access
Episode 2 explores how private‑practice and industry‑run clinical trials bring efficiency, flexibility, and broader patient access to the research landscape. Our guests discuss the financial and scientific motivations behind industry partnerships, the strengths and trade‑offs of private sites…
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Points of Discussion Clinical Trials: Academic + Industry - Collaboration is Key
In this final episode, we examine how academia and industry work together to advance research and improve patient outcomes. The conversation highlights real‑world examples of shared data, translational science partnerships, diagnostic insights, and coordinated patient care. Listeners gain a…
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Clinical Insights on Photoprotection in Skin of Color
PeDRA Fellow Hannah Chang hosts a roundtable discussion with Dr. Jillian Rork and Dr. Deepti Gupta about a recent publication titled: Photo Protection in Skin of Color: A Scoping Review of Barriers, Behaviors, and Pediatric Considerations. This article was published in Pediatric Dermatology in...
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Prevalence and Demographics of Psoriasis in the Down Syndrome Population
PeDRA Fellow Hannah Chang hosts a roundtable discussion with Dr. Jillian Rork and Dr. Deepti Gupta about a recent publication titled: Prevalence and Demographics of Psoriasis in the Down Syndrome Population: A Cross-Sectional Analysis Using the Epic Cosmos Dataset. This article was published in…
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Building Community, Advancing Research: A Conversation with the Gorlin Syndrome Alliance
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, we’re joined by Meredith Weiss, Executive Director of the Gorlin Syndrome Alliance (GSA), to explore the intersection of patient advocacy, education, and research. Meredith shares her personal journey into rare disease advocacy and discusses how the GSA supports...
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Full Circle in Pediatric Dermatology: Milie Fang, DO on Eczema, Research, and Finding Your Path
In this episode of PeDRA Pearls, PeDRA Fellow Hannah Chang speaks with Dr. Milie Fang, a pediatric dermatology fellow at Seattle Children’s Hospital, about her journey into pediatric dermatology. Dr. Fang reflects on how her personal experience with eczema sparked her interest in the field, her...
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From the Archives: From Early Calling to Global Impact: Irene Lara-Corrales, MD
Irene Lara-Corrales, MD is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of Toronto and a pediatric dermatologist at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto, Canada. She knew early on that pediatric dermatology was her calling, and her dedication to advancing care for...
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From the Archives - Dr. Carrie Coughlin
At the time of this interview in 2021, Dr. Carrie Coughlin was an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. She was also the Chair of the PeDRA Outcomes Committee, a member of the Meetings and Studies Committees, and led the Skin Tumors and...
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From the Archives - Dr. Colleen Cotton
Colleen Cotton, MD is a Pediatric Dermatologist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC. Dr. Cotton joined PeDRA as a research fellow in 2013 and was one of the first PeDRA Fellows. She now serves on PeDRA's Early Investigator and...
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Points of Discussion - Alternative Therapies: Part Three
This is part three—and the final installment—of our series on complementary and alternative medicine in pediatric dermatology. In this episode, we turn our focus to the future, examining key research gaps, promising areas for investigation, and opportunities for collaboration. Dr. Peter Lio and…
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The Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA) is vibrant research network pursuing the mission to create, inspire, and sustain research to prevent, treat, and cure childhood skin disease.
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