SkinEd

Welcome to Skin Ed, the official podcast of the Florida Society of Dermatology PAs. Each episode brings you a recorded lecture from our acclaimed New Wave and Riptide Dermatology Conferences, featuring insights from leading experts in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, as well as aesthetics. Please note, the content shared in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

Episodes

11 hours ago

46 min

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL As board-certified rheumatologist, Dr. Gonzalez breaks down everything dermatology practitioners need to know about diagnosing and managing psoriatic arthritis. From mastering the physical exam and recognizing tricky overlapping symptoms like osteoarthritis, to exploring the latest 2026 updates on combination therapies, GLP-1s, and early intervention strategies, this episode provides actionable clinical pearls for your daily practice.
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Speaker: Julio Gonzalez, MD
Recorded Live: April 9, 2026
 
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Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!
 
Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

11 hours ago

46 min

Oct 7, 2026

52 min

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Join us as we sit down with aesthetic provider and business owner Erin Jensen. Erin shares her journey of building multiple successful skin boutiques from the ground up. Tune in for actionable insights on practice management, branding, marketing, and the power of patient relationships in aesthetic medicine.
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Speaker: Erin Jensen, PA-C
Recorded Live: May 15, 2025
 
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Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org for information on our upcoming conferences and events!
 
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!
 
Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Oct 7, 2026

52 min

HS Hodgepodge

Sep 30, 2026

Sep 30, 2026

1 hr 38 min

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Leading HS expert Dr. Daveluy dives deep into the complexities of managing Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Learn how to stage disease severity, screen for critical systemic comorbidities, navigate insurance barriers, and combine medical therapies like spironolactone and biologics for optimal patient outcomes. Plus, Dr. Daveluy breaks down minor in-office surgical procedures, including de-roofing and cryoinsufflation, empowering clinicians to confidently treat persistent lesions and improve quality of life for HS patients.
 
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Speaker: Dr. Steven Daveluy, MD
Recorded Live: May 17, 2025
 
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Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org for information on our upcoming conferences and events!
 
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!
 
Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Sep 30, 2026

1 hr 38 min

Sep 23, 2026

1 hr 2 min

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Dr. Matthew Zirwas presents a practical, step-by-step 4-visit algorithm for diagnosing and managing patients presenting with itchy rashes and non-specific spongiotic dermatitis. He outlines modern treatment strategies—moving from basic skin care regimens, barrier preservation (combining clobetasol solution with CeraVe cream), and low-irritancy laundry habits to advanced biologic therapies, JAK inhibitors, and patch testing. In addition, Dr. Zirwas demonstrates using UV light to detect scabies, discusses class-switching in biologic failures, and explores treatments for neuropathic itch using medications like Mirtazapine and Duloxetine.
 
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Speaker: Matthew J. Zirwas, MD
Recorded Live: May 17, 2025
 
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Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org for information on our upcoming conferences and events!
 
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!
 
Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Sep 23, 2026

1 hr 2 min

Peds Derm Pointers

Sep 16, 2026

Sep 16, 2026

35 min

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 Riptide Dermatology Conference in Palm Coast, FL. Join us for an energetic and insight-packed lecture from leading pediatric dermatologist Dr. Lisa Swanson. Recorded live at the FSDPA conference, Dr. Swanson breaks down complex pediatric skin conditions into actionable clinical strategies. Learn how to effectively prescribe and monitor oral propranolol and nadolol for infantile hemangiomas.The systemic impact of atopic dermatitis on childhood development and how targeted therapies like dupilumab and JAK inhibitors are changing outcomes, and much more. 
 
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Speaker: Elizabeth (Lisa) Swanson, MD
Recorded Live: Dec 12, 2025
 
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Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org for information on our upcoming conferences and events!
 
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!
 
Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Sep 16, 2026

35 min

Derm Path Pearls

Apr 8, 2026

Apr 8, 2026

33 min

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Join Dr. Whitney High, a leading expert in dermatology and dermatopathology, as he provides actionable "DermPath Pearls" to help clinicians navigate the complex world of tissue analysis. Dr. High reviews the essential steps of the dermatopathology process and reveals common pitfalls where errors, misidentification, and diagnostic imprecision can occur. Learn critical tips on selecting the right biopsy technique for various skin lesions, from melanocytic nevi and bullous pemphigoid to panniculitis and lymphoid proliferations. Discover why providing thorough clinical information (Description, Diameter, Diagnosis) is essential and how maintaining open communication with your dermatopathologist is your most powerful tool for ensuring patient safety and obtaining the most accurate results.
 
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Speaker: Whitney High, MD
Recorded Live: May 17, 2025
 
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Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org for information on our upcoming conferences and events!
 
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!
 
Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Apr 8, 2026

33 min

Apr 1, 2026

28 min

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Dr. Jill Krapf, a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist specializing in female sexual pain disorders, shares essential insights from her lecture on vulvar lichen sclerosis (LS). Dr. Krapf discusses the true prevalence of this frequently misdiagnosed autoimmune condition and its dual presentation as inflammatory (lichen) and scarring (sclerosis) disease. Learn why topical corticosteroids are the gold standard treatment for reducing inflammation and cancer risk, and how to differentiate treatment protocols for patients with varied symptoms and life stages. The episode also explores the critical role of managing the sclerotic changes—which cause chronic sexual dysfunction—through scar release techniques and hormonal optimization, moving beyond just treating the itch.
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Speaker: Jill Krapf, MD
Recorded Live: May 17, 2025
 
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Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org for information on our upcoming conferences and events!
 
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!
 
Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Apr 1, 2026

28 min

Mar 25, 2026

24 min

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Description: Join Dr. Bay Aguilera, for a critical look at how different ethnicities age and the limitations of current "Eurocentric" aesthetic techniques. This lecture challenges the status quo, focusing on the genetic disadvantages of the Mestizo and Asian forehead, which can lead to hollowing and an unwanted masculine appearance. Learn the precise steps of the innovative "Frontoplasty" technique—a low-risk, high-impact procedure using Voluma dermal filler to restore volume to the upper third of the face. The speaker discusses landmarking, cannula safety protocols, and how volumizing the forehead is essential for maintaining femininity and preventing premature aging.
 
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Speaker: Bay Aguilera, DO
Recorded Live: May 17, 2025
 
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Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org for information on our upcoming conferences and events!
 
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!
 
Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Mar 25, 2026

24 min

Mar 18, 2026

29 min

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Leading experts Dr. Mark Kaufman and Jason Roddick dive into the complexities of dermatology billing, reimbursement, and coding. Learn how to accurately navigate E&M changes, avoid common under-coding pitfalls, and ethically justify higher-level visits. The discussion provides critical insights into the underutilized G2211 add-on code for care coordination, the financial advantages and documentation specifics of shave removal versus biopsy, and the logistical challenges of "incident-to" billing. Finally, discover how the "buy-and-bill" model for injectable biologics can be a lucrative, compliant, and impactful alternative revenue stream for your practice.
 
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Speaker: Jason Roddick, PA-C and Mark Kaufman, MD
Recorded Live: May 17, 2025
 
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Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org for information on our upcoming conferences and events!
 
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!
 
Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences.

Mar 18, 2026

29 min

Mar 11, 2026

32 min

In this episode, we bring you a recording of a live lecture presented at the 2025 New Wave Dermatology Conference in Aventura, FL. Join acclaimed dermatology PA Douglas DiRuggiero as he cuts through decades of misunderstanding on Prurigo Nodularis (PN). This critical lecture traces the disease’s evolution from a historically mismanaged "obsessive-compulsive disorder" to its modern definition as a complex Type 2 inflammatory skin condition. Learn why a full diagnostic workup for comorbidities like HIV and hepatitis is non-negotiable, and get a deep dive into the revolutionary FDA-approved biologic treatments, Dupilumab and Nemolizumab, which are transforming care for patients with this "most life-altering itch.”
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Speaker: Douglas DiRuggeiro, PA-C
Recorded Live: May 17, 2025
 
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Looking to attend in person? Visit fsdpa.org for information on our upcoming conferences and events!
 
Don’t forget to subscribe for more expert-led discussions and valuable insights in dermatology!
 
Catch more content: Check out our YouTube channel for video highlights and additional resources from FSDPA conferences. 

Mar 11, 2026

32 min

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