SkinSync

Special conference coverage and clinical pearls from the 2026 Elevate-Derm RAPIDS Conference and JAK Institute with Diego Ruiz Dasilva, MD, see what you missed or review what you heard in Fort Lauderdale!

Our podcast hosts dive into another fun episode of "would you rather" where they discuss common, but perhaps not so fun, situations we encounter in the dermatology clinic. Learn who prefers the teen patient clearly following "skinfluencers" on social media and who prefers the surgically fatigued elderly patient with another skin cancer.

Continuing the philanthropic theme this week, in this special episode, we had the honor of hearing the story of the Children's Skin Disease Foundation and Camp Wonder from it's founder, Francesca. How did a teenager bring this idea to life that is still thriving more than 25 years later? Listen in to find out and be inspired!

Do you take part in philanthropic events outside of your clinic? Listen to our podcast hosts discover why giving back matters, for our patients and for our own well-being.

Have you ever considered what our carbon footprint is in dermatology? In this episode, we discussed green initiatives in dermatology and small steps we can take to make a difference with Dr. Riley McLean-Mandell, a Mohs surgeon leading the way in sustainability at UMASS.

Skin care has gone viral on social media platforms and patients are coming in the door using things we have never heard of. What are the latest trends, and is there any science to back them?

Establishing a good working relationship with your local Mohs surgeon is essential to providing optimal dermatology care. We sat down with Dr. Riley McLean, a Mohs surgeon at UMASS, to discuss the little details they want to know and things we should consider when referring patients.

Dermatologic disease is not limited to just what is visible. It often has dramatic effects on patients' quality of life. Supporting our patients through the psychosocial impact of their skin conditions is just as important as diagnosing and treating the disease itself. New SkinSync co-host,Jenny Laminack PA-C, joins Buchi Neita PA-C to discuss this critical part of practicing medicine in a way that is most impactful for our patients.

Chronic hand eczema can wreak havoc on patient's day to day life and have a huge psychosocial impact. Co-host, Lisa Weiss, PA-C, and Buchi Neita, PA-C discuss identification of CHE subtypes, management strategies, and practical considerations for patient counseling.

In this episode we dive into some of our favorite over-the-counter recommendations for patients, with evidence as treatment for or an adjunct to therapy for dermatological conditions. You don't want to miss this!

Isotretinoin is arguably one of the most impactful medications we have had historically in the dermatology space, yet the logistics of prescribing it remain somewhat cumbersome. In this episode, we talk with our own acne expert, PA Shanna Miranti, to learn her tips for patient and parent counseling, prescribing, and management during a course of isotretinoin treatment.

How do you address those stubborn dermatology conditions without a cure with your patients? Listen in as our podcast hosts discuss some of the most common conditions we treat but cannot cure in our specialty.

We sat down with master formulator David Osborne to learn about his path to becoming one of the most accomplished scientists in the dermatology space. His work in bringing some of our favorite topical medications to market, along with gaining FDA approval for use of Transcutol and Crodofas CES in prescription medications have been monumental in dermatologic drug development. What does the expert say about expiration dates and compounds? Listen to find out!

In this episode, we talk corticosteroid stewardship in pediatric patients with Dr. Peter Lio. Topical corticosteroids will likely always be part of our treatment portfolio for inflammatory skin disease, but with the development of new non-steroid topical therapies, we have the opportunity to make topical steroid withdrawal and other adverse events a thing of the past.

What is the latest and greatest in the acne world? We sat down with the queen of the "acne mafia", Dr. Hilary Baldwin, at the Elevate-Derm Fall Conference in Tampa, FL to gain her expert insight and thoughts on an exciting new triple combination topical treatment option.

In depth panel discussion from the Elevate-Derm Fall conference in Tampa, FL with Dr. Robert Micheletti discussing the science behind HS and importance of supporting our patients with hidradenitis suppurativa. Listen for tips on how to bridge the discussion on biologic therapy with confidence!

Have you ever wondered what is like to work in the pharmaceutical industry as an APP? We sat down with PA Robert Higham, one of the most well-respected dermatology PAs in our field to learn how he did it, what his day to day looks like, and how to craft your own journey.

Take a deep dive into type II inflammation and bullous pemphigoid with expert guest, Douglas DiRuggiero, from our panel discussion hosted at the fall 2025 Elevate-Derm Conference in Tampa, FL.

Social media has greatly impacted patient care in the last decade. Our podcast hosts discuss how to professionally debunk myths patients hear online and how we can leverage social media to provide evidence based education in our communities.

Joined by expert guest, Dr. Tina Bhutani, we discuss the importance of sleep for overall health and how it relates to dermatologic disease. Sleep habits are a vital part of caregiver and patient overall wellbeing, so listen when you are well rested!

Charting and documentation are a learned skill in medicine, yet efficient and accurate charting is essential to providing the best care to our patients and protecting our own time outside of the clinic. Our podcast hosts sat down with PA Ellen Toneff, to discuss how building documentation protocols now can save hundreds of hours of work down the road. Tune in to learn how you can be more efficient in your clinic and enjoy more of your time outside of clinic because of it!

Provider burnout is a major issue across all medical specialties. How can we avoid it? Our podcast hosts discuss why burnout occurs, setting boundaries inside and outside the clinic, self-care, mental health, and the importance of connection as top strategies to mitigate the risk of burnout.

A fun game of dermatology "would you rather?" with our podcast hosts. Find out why warts are winning and who prefers pilonidal cysts in this relatable, engaging episode.

Who is responsible for barriers in access to medications for our patients? What can we do about it and what is our responsibility in this very complex system? Tune in to find out!

SkinSync podcast hosts sat down with Project Happy Face founder, Amy Snow, PA-C, during the Elevate-Derm summer conference in Park City, Utah to discuss her philanthropic journey beginning in 2009. Learn how a dermatology PA went from inspiring acne patients to taking a mobile skin cancer screening on the road to rural counties in her state and how you can get involved. Project Happy Face

Previously, we took a deep dive into the atopic dermatitis topical treatment landscape. This episode features systemic medications-new, old, and those still in clinical trials for atopic dermatitis. Scratch the itch of curiosity and listen!

Did you know that 2/3 of psoriasis patients have involvement in the genital area? Dermatologists and APPs who don't ask and don't examine these areas are missing an opportunity to offer life-changing treatment to these patients. Hear more from our expert guest, Dr. Tina Bhutani, who helped spearhead the Genital Psoriasis Consortium earlier this year. Huge thanks to Arcutis for sponsorship of this podcast episode. Link to the Genital Psoriasis Consortium guidelines: https://www.arcutis.com/new-consensus-statements-on-impact-of-genital-psoriasis-on-patients-from-genital-psoriasis-wellness-consortium-published-in-journal-of-the-european-academy-of-dermatology-and-venereology-clinical-prac/

Imposter syndrome is common amongst healthcare providers. Join our hosts as they share some vulnerable moments where imposter syndrome threatened to shake them, how they moved past it, both personally and professionally. Join us for SkinSync Live in Tampa at the Elevate-Derm Alliance Fall Conference, November 12-16. https://www.elevate-derm.com/elevate-fall

Join our podcast hosts as they talk in depth about recognizing common skin diseases in skin of color, special considerations for treatment, and how we can best serve these patients. Join us for SkinSync Live in Tampa, FL at the Elevate-Derm Alliance Fall Conference, November 12-16! https://www.elevate-derm.com/elevate-fall

Hyperpigmentation can be one of the most frustrating visits in the dermatology clinic for both patients and providers, alike. We have a toolbox of treatment options, none of which are optimal for every patient or void of side effect risks. Experienced dermatology PA, Eileen Cheever, discusses her approach to various forms of hyperpigmentation and a promising topical treatment option utilizing thiamidol. Elevate-Derm Alliance extends our thanks to Beiersdorf for sponsorship of this episode, recorded live at our summer 2025 conference in Park City, Utah.

Chronic spontaneous urticaria is a disease that can be incredibly debilitating for patients, and historically frustrating for dermatologists and APPs to treat. The development of new treatment options is going to change to paradigm and our guest expert, Dr. Alexandra Golant, thinks it is time we #takebackCSU in the dermatology space. Special thanks to Sanofi Regeron for sponsoring this podcast episode.

Our first live podcast recording from the Elevate-Derm Summer Conference 2025 in Park City, Utah is here! We discussed topical corticosteroid stewardship with the brilliant Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C. Did you know the adverse effects of topical steroids can be far more than skin deep? Listen to see what you missed! Want more information? Check out the article published by Douglas and his daughter in JCAD earlier this year:https://jcadonline.com/beyond-skin-deep-the-systemic-impact-of-topical-corticosteroids-in-dermatology/

We were thrilled to connect with expert guest, Dr. Candrice Heath, to discuss cultural competencies in scalp dermatology. We discussed everything from the presentation of seborrheic dermatitis in patients with tightly coiled hair, special considerations for the scalp and hair exam, treatment vehicle options for patients with various hair types, and why it matters. Visit https://culturallyconsciousdermatology.org/ to learn more and see Dr. Heath's detailed wash day routine! Special thanks to Arcutis Biotherapeutics for sponsorship of this episode and supporting the Culturally Conscious Dermatology initiative!

The atopic dermatitis treatment landscape has exploded over the last few years. Gone are the days where we only have topical steroids to treat these patients. Join our podcast hosts as they discuss all of the latest and greatest topical medications in the Atopic Dermatitis space.

One of the most important facets of practicing medicine is bedside manner, yet it is hard to teach. Our podcasts hosts talk about everything from how they introduce themselves to patients, the power of a comforting touch, navigating difficult patients, and more!

Elevate-Derm Alliance is thrilled to launch our SkinSync podcast, featuring hosts Shanna Miranti and Buchi Neita. This is a podcast by dermatology PAs and NPs, for dermatology PAs and NPs. This episode takes a deep dive into the history of Elevate-Derm with founder Matthew Brunner and will give us glimpses into a very exciting future!