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How I Treat Acne in 2025 | Practical Pearls from Dr. Neal Bhatia

A resurgence in the use of isotretinoin is one of the developments changing the way Dr. Neal Bhatia treats acne. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference, interviewed Dr. Bhatia, a dermatologist in San Diego. Watch as Dr. Bhatia shares some new developments in the management of patients on isotretinoin. Hear the benefits of a newly marketed triple combination cream. Listen as Dr. Bhatia dispels myths on clascoterone’s mechanisms of action. Find out how prescription drug coverage may influence the use of devices and lasers to treat acne. Plus hear Dr. Bhatia’s key points to address in acne patient education.

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How I Treat Acne 2025 the Ebook

Acne vulgaris affects approximately 80% of young adults and adolescents in the world. Acne presents as comedones, pustules, papules, and nodules on the face, chest, shoulders, or back. It can lead to a significant decrease in quality of life with a high risk of associated depression and anxiety.

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Therapeutic & Warning End Points for Laser Therapy in Patients With Skin of Color

Laser end points are important guides for safety and effectiveness, especially in patients with skin of color, according to E. Victor Ross, MD, FAAD. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Ross, a dermatologist with Scripps Health in San Diego.

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Patients With Skin of Color

Sexually transmitted diseases are at a crisis state in patients with skin of color. That’s according to Dr. Theodore Rosen, professor of dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine and chief of dermatology service at Michael DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with Skin of Color Update, interviewed Dr. Rosen, who shared about three diseases that are at sweeping levels and disproportionally affect people with skin of color.