Andrew Mastro, MS, PA-C: Providing Effective Treatment for the Head-and-neck Area in Patients with Atopic Dermatitis

Andrew Mastro, MS, PA-C, addresses the psychosocial impact of chronic hand eczema and highlights emerging treatments like biologics and JAK inhibitors.

Topics Covered:

  • Quality of life challenges in chronic hand eczema
  • Occupational and emotional burden on patients
  • Emerging treatments: biologics and JAK inhibitors
  • Strategies for managing chronicity and improving outcomes

 

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