The Future of Dermatology
Join Dr. Faranak Kamangar, MD, every week as she chats with various guests about the future of dermatology. Each week, Dr. Kamangar and her guests cover topics from psoriasis, to eczema, to skin care, to AI, and more. Whether you’re a doctor or a patient, these episodes provide valuable information about your skin and how to navigate the world of dermatology.
Episodes
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Episode 24 - It's Longevity Not Anti-Aging | The Future of Dermatology Podcast
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Summary
In this episode of the Future of Dermatology Podcast, Dr. Faranak Kamangar discusses the shift from anti-aging to longevity in the field of dermatology. She explores the changing beauty standards and the desire to look more youthful and functionally enhanced. Dr. Kamangar also delves into the causes of aging, such as the fibroblast collapse theory, and the importance of behavioral changes and topical treatments for anti-aging. She highlights the role of retinoids in collagen production and introduces emerging therapies for anti-aging, including mTOR inhibitors and senolytics. The episode concludes with a discussion on the controversies surrounding the diagnosis of aging.
Takeaways
The focus in dermatology has shifted from anti-aging to longevity and health span.
Behavioral changes, such as sun protection and stress reduction, are important for anti-aging.
Topical treatments like retinoids can stimulate collagen production and improve skin health.
Emerging therapies, including mTOR inhibitors and senolytics, show promise in anti-aging research.
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
This podcast kicks off our anti-aging segment starting with Dr. Azadeh Shirazi, MD, FAAD, from More Than a Pretty Face Podcast, as she discusses her background, journey, and current practice in dermatology. Dr. Shirazi emphasizes the importance of social media and online education in connecting with patients and providing valuable information. She also shares her experience transitioning from a large corporate practice to opening her own private practice. She highlights the benefits of having a personalized, boutique practice and the challenges she has faced. Additionally, Dr. Shirazi talks about the creation of her skincare line and the comprehensive approach she takes in formulating her products.
Learn more at: https://azimdskincare.com/ Listen to Dr. Azi's podcast, More Than a Pretty Face, at https://morethanaprettyface.libsyn.com/
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Episode 22- Ask Me Anything, Part 2 | The Future of Dermatology Podcast
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
In our second Ask Me Anything, host Payton Smith asks Dr. Faranak Kamangar questions around patch testing for contact allergies, the difference between patch testing done by dermatologists and allergists, the use of oral minoxidil for hair loss, treatment options for chronic itch, the difference between emollients and lotions, the effectiveness of argireline and tretinoin for wrinkle reduction, the frequency and safety of micro-needling, and the treatment of scars.
Check out our shorts for the quick answers then come back to this podcast to learn more! https://www.youtube.com/@TheFutureofDermatology/shorts
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Episode 21 - Noninvasive Skin Imaging | The Future of Dermatology Podcast
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Dr. Kamangar and Dr. Sarah Arron disucss non-invasive skin imaging which allows dermatologists to see beneath the surface of the skin without the need for biopsies. They also chat about the VIO system, the first of its kind technology.
To learn more, check out these articles and websites:
Enspectra Health Announces US FDA Clearance of VIO™ System, First of Its Kind Technology to Visualize Skin Cellular Structures in Real-Time
Enspectra Health Website
Research Techniques Made Simple: Emerging Imaging Technologies for Noninvasive Optical Biopsy of Human Skin
UCSF Rosenman Institute
Fogarty Innovation
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
In this episode, Dr. Kamangar and Dr. Maria Buethe discuss the importance of providing childcare at educational conferences for young physicians. They reflect on their experience organizing a kids club at SF Derm 100 year Symposium in 2023, and the positive impact it had on attendees. They highlight the need for inclusive and high-quality childcare options to support physicians in attending conferences and advancing their careers. They also discuss the cost and sustainability of implementing such initiatives and the potential for sponsorship. The episode concludes with a discussion on the future of dermatology and the excitement around targeted therapies.
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Dr. Kamangar chats with Doctors Kathy Fields, Greg Morganroth, David Murad, and Jason Hawkes, who all provide valuable insight into being a dermatologist and prioritizing and balancing a fulfilling life. Dr. Jason Hawkes asks us to consider sustainability in how one approaches their schedule and what might reasonable bandwidth look like. Dr. Morganroth asks the question - what type of lifestyle do you want and use that to determine how you can create balance in your life. Dr. Fields urges people to nurture your family and keep them in mind when balancing a fulfilling life.
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Dr. Kamangar chats with Doctors Kathy Fields, Greg Morganroth, David Murad, and Jason Hawkes, who all provide valuable insight into being a dermatologist and what financial considerations they've had to make and how they've negotiated their salaries. Dr. Kathy Fields talks about building your private practice and earning your credibility. Dr. Greg Morganroth shares about the differences of salaries based on location and where you might want to spend your career. Dr. David Murad talks about unrealistic salary goals especially right out of med school and knowing your end goal for retirement. Dr. Jason Hawkes talks about lack of education when it comes to the business side of dermatology, and how residents and med students don't have proper guidance when it comes to negotiating an appropriate salary. This is an episode you don't want to miss as you start trying to negotiate your own salary.
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Episode 17 - The Journey and the Drive | The Future of Dermatology Podcast
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Dr. Kamangar chats with Doctors Kathy Fields, Greg Morganroth, David Murad, and Jason Hawkes, who all provide valuable insight into being a dermatologist and their journey and drive in this field. Recorded in 2022, these passionate doctors gathered to share their unique thoughts and insight with dermatology residency students. Dr. Kathy Fields tells us about developing Proactive (https://www.proactiv.com/) and her own private practice. Dr. Greg Morganroth's journey led him to California, private practice, and building a network of doctors. Dr. David Murad advises students to create a balance between medicine and family and his journey with Kaiser through to retirement. Dr. Jason Hawkes implores students to consider their values as they pursue their own dermatology journeys while continuing their education.