Innovations in Dermatology: Spring Conference 2021 

MARCH 16–20


SESSION I: LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this activity, participants will have

  • Increased knowledge regarding the:
    • Clinical data on new/emerging topical AD medications
    • Clinical effect of investigational targeted systemic/biologic agents for AD
  • Greater competence related to:
    • Integrating into practice treatments that target the inflammatory etiology of AD
    • Selecting age-appropriate treatment based on AD severity
    • Tailoring evidence-based AD therapies based on patient characteristics

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this activity, participants will have:

  • Increased knowledge regarding the:
    • Targeted treatments for psoriasis in the context of disease pathophysiology
    • Integration of new/emerging topical psoriasis treatments in care plans across the severity spectrum
    • Data on risks and benefits for systemic/biologic psoriasis treatments
  • Greater competence related to:
    • Incorporating biologic agents as part of a treat-to-target strategy
    • Implementing evidence-based treatments for moderate to severe psoriasis
    • Selecting psoriasis treatments based on patient characteristics and prior treatment history
  • Demonstrate greater confidence in their ability to:
    • Tailor psoriasis treatments based on patient preference and presentation

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this session, learners will have

  • Increased knowledge regarding:
    • Clinical trial data evaluating treatment regimens for patients with
      cutaneous malignancies
    • Diagnostic methods used to identify patients with cutaneous malignancies
  • Greater competence related to:
    • Individualizing therapy selection for patients with cutaneous malignancies
  • Greater confidence:
    • Ability to coordinate with the multidisciplinary team to manage patients with
      cutaneous malignancies

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this session, learners will have

  • Increased knowledge regarding the:
    • Evidence for new and emerging acne treatments
    • Best practices for treating rosacea in patients of color
  • Greater competence related to:
    • Individualizing acne treatments based on severity and patient characteristics (age, gender)
    • Utilizing different rosacea medications based on primary symptoms

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this session, learners will have

  • Increased knowledge regarding the:
    • Evidence supporting different OTC products in aiding skin barrier function
    • Role of different sunscreen ingredients in providing photoprotection
    • Selection of OTC emollients that is most advantageous for skin of color patients with dermatological conditions

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this session, learners will have

  • Increased knowledge regarding:
    • Efficacy and safety of neurotoxins and fillers used in facial aesthetics
    • Considerations in the selection of appropriate agents for treating different areas
      of the face
    • Strategies for implementation and follow-up of noninvasive aesthetic procedures
  • Greater competence related to:
    • Techniques to prevent complications from neuromodulators or fillers used in
      facial aesthetics

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this session, learners will have

  • Increased knowledge regarding:
    • Identification of patients who would benefit from noninvasive body
      contouring modalities
    • Underlying pathophysiology of cellulite in the context of new treatment targets
    • Mechanisms of noninvasive body contouring modalities
  • Greater competence related to:
    • Selecting patients who would benefit from noninvasive body contouring modalities
    • Engaging patients in discussions about cellulite treatments

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this session, learners will have

  • Increased knowledge regarding:
    • Diagnostic methods used to identify patients with cutaneous malignancies 
    • The management of microbial infections of the skin 
    • The development of treatment plans for contact dermatitis based on clinical guidelines, incorporating pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic strategies 
    • The role of sunscreens in preventing photodamage 
  • Greater competence related to: 
    • Distinguishing different dermatologic conditions in patients of different ages and ethnicities 
    • Implementing strategies for dermatologic practice management

 

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