Lakshi Aldredge discusses her lecture from the SDNP 2026 conference regarding the importance of addressing the unique skin care needs and cultural considerations for the growing population of patients with skin of color. Her session highlighted how to recognize common skin conditions that might present differently in darker skin tones, explored novel therapies for repigmentation, and emphasized the necessity of culturally sensitive clinical examinations.
April Kapu highlights the explosive growth of the nurse practitioner profession and its vital role in addressing significant healthcare access gaps across the United States.
Chantel Hilstead, a board-certified dermatology nurse practitioner, and Austin Vitelli, the managing editor of JCAD NP+PA Perspectives in Dermatology, discuss their collaboration on a published
Frank Watanabe, the President and CEO of Arcutis Biotherapeutics, expresses his support for nurse practitioners and the value of their annual meeting while attending the
Arielle Ades, a dermatology nurse practitioner and SDNP treasurer, describes her experience leading cosmetic workshops in Scottsdale, Arizona. The sessions cover basic and advanced cosmetic
Mike Crandall, MD, a dermatologist, discusses leading basic and advanced suturing workshops designed to accommodate various skill levels. The training focused on helping attendees improve
