Authors


Elaine Apperson, MD, University of South Carolina School of Medicine

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Final Thoughts: Awareness and Communication in Diabetes

Thought leaders in diabetes provide closing remarks about the importance of continuous awareness of glycemic control in patients as well as the need for effective communication between patients and providers. 


Stephen B. Hanauer, MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

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Addressing Current Treatment Gaps in Pediatric and Adult IBD

Current treatment limitations in inflammatory bowel disease and the rationale for earlier initiation and use of newer therapies to manage pediatric and adult patients.


William Sandborn, MD

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Emerging Treatments Over the Horizon for IBD

Jessica Allegretti, MD, MPH, and Edward Loftus Jr., MD, review emerging agents in the later phases for the management of IBD.


Michael A. Klufas, MD

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Practical Takeaways and Future Directions in DME and AMD

Retina specialists share advice and practice pearls regarding the management of DME and neovascular AMD, including counseling patients about the importance of healthy lifestyles.


Ingrid Torjesen

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Rheumatoid Arthritis Quiz: Dementia and RA

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis are at a greater risk of dementia, but why? Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the association between rheumatoid arthritis and dementia.



William F. Balistreri, MD

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Clinical Pearls for the Management of ALGS

Experts in pediatric hepatology share advice for the optimal management of Alagille syndrome.


Sheetal Desai, MD

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Case 3: 57-Year-Old Man With PsA

Ana-Maria Orbai, MD, MHS, leads the discussion on a real-world case scenario of a 57-year-old man who presents with severe plaque psoriasis and arthritis and shares clinical impressions as well as therapeutic goals for the patient.


David P. Hudesman, MD

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Take-Home Messages for the Management of Crohn’s Disease

Experts in gastroenterology share advice for the treatment of patients of Crohn’s disease.



Amreen Dinani, MD

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The Multiple, Complex Challenges of Living with and Managing Liver Disease

This article is the final installment of four articles exploring the epidemic of liver disease called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and its more severe form, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis.


Matthew Zirwas, MD

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Keeping Physicians Up to Date With AD Advances

Experts in dermatology share advice on helping fellow physicians stay apprised of the advances in AD and treat their patients more effectively.


Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH

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Novel Agents for the Management of Pediatric and Adult ADHD

Drs Rakesh Jain, Greg Mattingly, David W. Goodman, Birgit H. Amann, and Theresa R. Cerulli, discuss emerging agents in the pipeline for the management of pediatric and adult ADHD.


Martin S. Maron, MD

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Patient Education of HCM

Expert cardiologists share strategies for educating patients on the treatment and management of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.


Jennifer B. Green, MD

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Insulin Therapy and the Future of Type 2 Diabetes Care

Expert clinicians discuss insulin therapy for treating type 2 diabetes and comment on what to look forward to in the future of diabetes care.


Dante J. Pieramici, MD

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Clinical Pearls for the Management of Wet AMD

A panel of eye care specialists share clinical advice and future directions for the treatment of wet AMD.


W. Hayes Wilson, MD

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Practical Advice for Managing SARDs in the Current Treatment Landscape

Closing out their discussion, experts highlight practical advice for caring for patients with SARDs in the current treatment landscape.


Joy Schechtman, DO

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Clinical Pearls for RA Management

Nehad Soloman, MD; Joy Schechtman, DO; and Robert Levin, MD, share final thoughts and takeaways on the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis in the community setting.



Seemal R. Desai, MD

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Communication With Patients With Vitiligo

Iltefat Hamzavi, MD, explores key areas of patient communication that may shape adherence and outcomes in patients with vitiligo.


Melodie Young, NP

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Practice Pearls for the Management of Atopic Dermatitis

Alexa Hetzel, MA, PA-C; Lakshi Aldredge, MSN, ANP-BC, DCNP, and Matthew Brunner, PA, share practice pearls and clinical management tips for the care of pediatric patients with atopic dermatitis.


Elizabeth A. Swanson, St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital

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Emerging Agents for the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis

Lawrence F. Eichenfield, MD; Jeffrey M. Bienstock, MD, FAAP; Peter A. Lio, MD; and Elizabeth A. Swanson, MD, review additional mechanisms being investigated in the pipeline for the treatment of atopic dermatitis.


Michael J. Thorpy, MD

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Managing Insomnia: Practical Advice for Community Physicians

Closing their discussion on insomnia, panelists share final thoughts and advice for community physicians.


Sherry Bailey

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Physician Advice for Patients With SCD

Wally Smith, MD, shares his take-home points for patients with sickle cell disease and urges to get tested for sickle cell trait.


W. Lloyd Clark, MD

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Initiating Conversations with Patients about Anti-VEGF Agents

Key opinion leaders emphasize important considerations when discussing the safety of anti-VEGF agents with patients and highlight unmet needs in nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy treatments.


Brittany G. Craiglow, MD

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The Importance of Patient Education in Atopic Dermatitis Management

Experts in dermatology stress the importance of patient education in atopic dermatitis management and discuss their approaches to keeping patients up-to date.


Katie Robinson

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Impact of IL-17/IL-23 Inhibitors on Subclinical Atherosclerosis in Patients With Plaque Psoriasis, PsA

The systematic review summarized the impact of biologics targeting the IL-23/Th17 axis.


Arnold B. Meshkov MD, FACC

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Heart Education: Knowledge Saves Your Life

A longtime clinician writes on the signs and risks of fatal heart attack events, including the Widowmaker.


Lawrence Eichenfield, MD

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Atopic Dermatitis: An Evolving Treatment Landscape

Closing out its discussion on atopic dermatitis, the panel considers best practices and unmet needs in the treatment landscape.


Ifeyinwa (Ify) Osunkwo, MD, MPH, Atrium Health

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Sickle Cell Disease: Unmet Needs and Future Directions in Care

Concluding their discussion on sickle cell disease management, expert panelists share key unmet needs and hopes for the future.

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