Peer Exchange

A panel of ophthalmologists and vitreoretinal specialists discuss treatments for retinal diseases, specifically neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) and diabetic macular edema (DME). Experts highlight two new therapies, aflibercept 8 mg and faricimab, and how the addition of biosimilars and gene therapy are changing the landscape of care for the better.

Leading dermatologists discuss management of psoriasis in patients with skin of color, including disease presentation, cultural stigma and its impact on patient’s quality of life. They also share recently presented and published data, highlighting use of biologics for treatment of psoriasis in patients with skin of color.

In an upcoming Peer Exchange program entitled “Dual-Orexin Receptor Antagonists for Treatment of Insomnia” Dr Paul Doghramji will moderate a conversation with physicians about this class of agents for treatment of insomnia and discuss other therapeutic advancements in the field.

Expert dermatologists discuss the use of Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD). They review the nuances of currently approved JAK inhibitors, share treatment considerations for AD, and discuss utilizing JAK inhibitors in clinical practice.

Expert cardiologists discuss strategies to improve control of LDL-cholesterol in high-risk individuals as well as real world data on reaching LDL-cholesterol thresholds. They will cover emerging therapies for lipid lowering and strategies to help implement lipid lowering therapies into your clinical practice.

Experts in hepatology discuss recent updates in primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) treatment and monitoring. They review recently published real-world data and share their approach to personalizing treatment and what is on the horizon for PBC care.

Experts in dermatology discuss the pathophysiology of vitiligo, current standards of care, and new and emerging therapies. They also explore evidence-based approaches and patient-centered care to manage vitiligo and improve patient outcomes.

In this program, our expert panel discusses several topics pertaining to type 1 diabetes, including screening and diagnosis, current and emerging treatments, and the role of clinicians in early testing and patient education.

Expert dermatologists discuss 3 patient case scenarios and their approach to finding the best treatment for each patient type. They discuss data, pros and cons of use of various classes of treatments, approaches to monitoring the disease, and changing treatment based on patient and disease characteristics.

Experts in psychiatry focus on treatment options for major depressive disorder (MDD). The discussion centers on data with newer mechanisms of action, new and emerging treatment options, and management of MDD in specific patient populations and how new treatments are aiming to fulfill unmet needs in MDD.