Andrew Mastro, MS, PA-C: Case Pearls and Clinical Dilemmas in Dermatology

Andrew Mastro, MS, PA-C, shares case-based clinical pearls from the “What’s Behind the Curtain?” panel at the DERM2026 NP/PA CME Conference. Drawing from audience questions and real-world cases, he discusses practical approaches to challenging scenarios involving acne, androgenetic alopecia, and unexpected treatment responses.

Topics Covered

  • Microdosing isotretinoin for patients with recalcitrant acne
  • Balancing isotretinoin efficacy, side effects, and quality of life
  • Individualizing androgenetic alopecia treatment based on patient goals
  • Incorporating systemic therapies, injections, and laboratory testing into hair loss management
  • Addressing discrepancies between biopsy findings and clinical presentation
  • Recognizing tinea incognito and reconsidering the diagnosis when treatment fails

 

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