Dr. Ted Lain sits down with board-certified pediatric dermatologist Dr. Nnenna Agim to discuss the toddler indication for roflumilast cream (Zoryve) and how non-steroidal topicals are changing the treatment landscape for atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and seborrheic dermatitis in children.

In this episode of the Science of Skin Podcast, Dr. Agim shares her real-world clinical experience using roflumilast cream 0.05% (ages 2-5) and 0.15% (ages 6+) as a steroid-sparing alternative for pediatric eczema, explaining why more families are requesting non-steroidal options from the start of treatment. The conversation covers:

• Why roflumilast (Zoryve) is safe to use on any body surface, including the face and skin folds
• Managing parent expectations and proper dosing to avoid overuse
• The importance of pairing roflumilast with ceramide-rich, fragrance-free moisturizers like CeraVe, La Roche-Posay, and Vaseline
• How roflumilast compares to crisaborole (Eucrisa) and topical corticosteroids in tolerability
• Treating psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis in children with roflumilast foam and cream
• Skin barrier repair, ceramide production, and the role of the acid mantle in atopic dermatitis
• Caring for textured hair and scalp conditions in pediatric patients
• Real patient outcomes and quality-of-life improvements with Zoryve

This episode is sponsored by Arcutis Biotherapeutics and is part of an ongoing series exploring roflumilast formulation science. Don't miss the related episode on roflumilast's formulation with Dr. Chris Bunick.

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In this episode of the Science of Skin podcast, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Patti Farris sits down with Golden Follicle Award winner and hair restoration surgery pioneer Dr. Nicole Rogers to break down everything you need to know about hair loss treatment — from trending social media remedies to cutting-edge clinical trials.

Whether you're experiencing male pattern baldness, female pattern hair loss, postpartum shedding, or hair thinning from GLP-1 weight loss drugs, this episode covers it all. Dr. Rogers shares her expert framework for building a personalized hair loss treatment plan and explains exactly when to move from over-the-counter solutions to prescription therapies.

Topics covered include:

• Rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil & nutraceuticals — do they actually work?
• Oral minoxidil vs. topical minoxidil — what the latest research shows
• Extended-release oral minoxidil (Veridermix) — the next FDA-approved hair loss drug?
• Finasteride and dutasteride for men and women — dosing, safety, and the truth about post-finasteride syndrome
• Spironolactone for pre-menopausal women with hair loss
• Topical finasteride and dutasteride via compounding pharmacy
• Low-level laser/red light therapy (LLLT) for hair growth — what the science really says
• PRP (platelet-rich plasma) injections — when they help and when they're overhyped
• Exosomes for hair loss — promise vs. FDA concerns
• PP405 and stem cell activation — the groundbreaking new molecule in clinical trials
• FUE vs. FUT hair transplant surgery — what's right for you
• No-shave FUE — the emerging frontier in hair restoration
• Hair transplants for women — why strip harvesting remains the gold standard

If you're searching for answers on androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, scalp health, DHT blockers, hair regrowth treatments, or the best dermatologist-recommended solutions for thinning hair, this is the episode you've been waiting for. Dr. Rogers brings decades of clinical expertise, peer-reviewed research, and real patient outcomes to help you navigate the overwhelming world of hair loss — with science, not social media hype.

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Are you a dermatologist curious about clinical research — or a seasoned trialist looking to reignite your passion? In this episode of the Science of Skin Podcast, Dr. Ted Lane (Austin, TX) sits down with Dr. Jason Hawkes, Chief Scientific Officer at Oregon Medical Research Center, to pull back the curtain on what it really means to build a career in dermatology clinical trials.

From navigating the growing complexity of modern trial protocols to reframing the pharma-physician relationship, Ted and Jason share candid insights that only experienced clinical trialists can offer. They discuss how running trials makes you a sharper diagnostician, why medical dermatology remains one of the most rewarding specialties, and how industry partnerships open unexpected academic and commercial doors.

You'll also hear their honest takes on mentorship — including the must-read JAMA article Mentorship Malpractice — and why thinking of your career as a lattice, not a ladder may be the most liberating shift you can make.

Whether you're five years into practice or just starting out, this episode is packed with hard-won wisdom on building a meaningful, intellectually stimulating career in dermatology.

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Topics Covered:

• How clinical trials combat physician burnout
• The real motivations behind patient participation in trials
• How to interpret clinical data like a trialist
• Navigating the evolving complexity of trial conduct
• Building industry relationships the right way
• The importance of mentorship in dermatology research
• Career advice: "lattice, not a ladder"

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