The Dermalorian Podcast
by Dermatology Education Foundation
Scratching the Surface: Fresh Thoughts on Eczema Care
About this podcast
The Dermalorian Podcast from the Dermatology Education Foundation (DEF) is a dermatology podcast that focuses on issues affecting patient care, professional development and career advancement for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in dermatology. In addition, you'll hear about healthcare trends, new research, and new and emerging therapeutics, among others.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 48 episodes
- Scratching the Surface: Fresh Thoughts on Eczema Care · 17 min · Season 4 Episode 10Although it is one of the most common dermatologic diseases, atopic dermatitis has not had many targeted treatments...until now! The list of treatments is growing, and approaches…
- Innovation and Evolution in Psoriasis Management: Exploring Oral Therapy · 14 min · Season 4Hear from Joseph Gorelick, MSN, FNP-C, Brad Glick, DO, MPH, Kara Gooding, MS, PA-C, and Linda Stein Gold, MD about the evolution in psoriasis treatments, including a new oral…
- The Great and Powerful You: Career Tips for Every NP/PA · 15 min · Season 4 Episode 9From finding a mentor to building your CV to negotiating a contract, being a successful NP or PA is about more than effective patient care. Wendy Cantrell, DNP, CRNP and Kara…
- Status Check: What's New in Derm Therapy? What's Next for Derm NPs & PAs? · 20 min · Season 4 Episode 8The treatment landscape continues to evolve, bringing opportunities to advance patient care. Plus, as demand for dermatology NPs and PAs continues to expand, new opportunities…
- To Be Clear: Educating Patients About Atopic Dermatitis Treatments · 18 min · Season 4 Episode 7As more treatments for atopic dermatitis come to market, a wider base of patients can achieve clear skin and reduced itch. In this episode, April Armstrong, MD, Kara Gooding, MS…
- ADVENT On Air: Burden of Disease and Diagnosis · 19 min · Season 4Drs. Donna Culton and Russell Hall explore the Burden of Disease and Diagnosis of BP. Dermalorian™ special edition sponsored by Sanofi and Regneron. Like what you're hearing?…
- ADVENT On-Air Podcast: The Multifaceted Patient Burden and Drivers of Disease in Prurigo Nodularis · 29 min · Season 4In this episode, Dr. Sarina Elmariah and Dr. Brian Kim explore prurigo nodularis (PN), with a focus on severe itch, fibrotic skin lesions, and their impact on patients’ quality…
- Beautymaxxing: What's Real in Cosmetic Dermatology? · 23 min · Season 4 Episode 6From Looksmaxxing to mannequin skin, social media has given rise to a slew of viral aesthetic trends. To help break through the noise with scientific facts and the lessons of…
- Whey Out Approaches to Acne: Updates from the Field · 21 min · Season 4 Episode 5There is evidence that some popular dietary supplement ingredients can exacerbate acne. Meanwhile, research is looking at a range of non-drug approaches to supporting acne…
- PsO Now What? Case-based Treatment Selection for Psoriasis · 16 min · Season 4 Episode 4With so many options available to treat psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis across age groups, treatment selection must be made on an individualized basis. DEF Biologic & Small…
- Still a Big Need: The Dermatology NP/PA Market in 2026 · 22 min · Season 4 Episode 3Demand for dermatology NPs and PAs continues to grow, and compensation remains competitive, says Michelle Sullentrup of myDermRecruiter.com. She gives insights on the current and…
- Start from Scratch: Approaches to Itch · 17 min · Season 4 Episode 2Itch is a common and often frustrating symptom that presents to the dermatology clinic. Adam Friedman, MD provides updates on emerging management strategies while Joe Gorelick…
- MOA FYI: Where Do Emerging AD and PsO Treatments Fit? · 18 minThere are potential new treatments emerging in 2026 for the treatment of atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. How do these treatments work and where will they fit into the treatment…
- Tea Time: Can't-miss Dermatology Developments in 2025 · 23 min · Season 3 Episode 12Catch up on some of the most interesting and impactful developments of 2025, from research and new treatments for chronic hand eczema, emerging oral therapies for psoriasis and…
- Putting in the Hours: Optimizing the Role for Dermatology NP/PAs · 17 min · Season 3 Episode 11When it comes to career advancement, putting in hours beyond the clinic day can make the biggest difference, says DEF Advisory Council member Andrea Nguyen, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C…
- Lidocaine Shortage, OTC Supplements & More: Your Questions Answered · 17 min · Season 3 Episode 10From dealing with a shortage of lidocaine across the country to answering questions about supplements for skin, hair, and nails, dermatology NP/PAs find themselves continually…
- Burst Your Bubble: Growth Strategies for Dermatology NP/PAs · 15 min · Season 3 Episode 9It's important to get out of your comfort zone, challenge yourself, and ask questions, says Alexa Hetzel, MS, PA-C. She shares her own experiences and describes the range of…
- A Specialty Like No Other: The Future of Dermatology for NPs & PAs · 10 min · Season 3 Episode 8With a mix of innovation, daily clinical challenges, and a trajectory of growth, dermatology is one of the most appealing specialties in the house of medicine. DEF Champion of…
- Private Equity and the Derm NP/PA: What to Know Now · 20 min · Season 3 Episode 7For dermatology NPs and PAs, the influence of private equity investment in the space can have effects on everything from basic supplies used daily in the clinic to compensation…
- Uncapping the Science of Cosmeceuticals: What's New in Topical Skin Regeneration? · 18 min · Season 3 Episode 6What's going on in the world of cosmeceuticals? According to Suneel Chilukuri, MD, there are a lot of promising developments for skin recovery and rejuvenation. He gives an…







