DermPub:
The Journal of Innovative Dermatology
San Francisco Dermatologic Society Annual Meeting 2025
Volume 2, Issue 1: June 2025
Editor-in-Chief's Introduction to Volume 2, Issue 1
As the second oldest dermatological society in the United States, the San Francisco Dermatological Society offers a rich history and a wealth of knowledge. In June 2025, the society convened its annual meeting in Napa, California, bringing together leading experts in the field to share the latest insights in dermatology.
This issue of the Journal of Innovative Dermatology features a comprehensive collection of written summaries from each lecture delivered at the conference. These articles highlight key insights, clinical pearls, and discussions lead by our speakers. Whether you attended the conference or are engaging with the content remotely, we hope these articles provide meaningful takeaways and help you to stay informed on the latest advancements in dermatology.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed panel of speakers for their invaluable contributions to the field.
Sincerely,
Emi Murase
Editor-in-Chief
DermPub: The Journal of Innovative Dermatology
June 2025 SFDS Annual Meeting Faculty
Dr. Fara Kamangar
Chair, SF Derm Society
Founding Editor, DermPub
Dr. Lawrence Eichenfield
Dr. Jenny Murase
Chair Emeritus, SF Derm Society
Deputy Editor, DermPub
Dr. Timothy Berger
Chair Emeritus, SF Derm Society
Dr. Sarina Elmariah
Dr. Paradi Mirmirani
Dr. Tina Bhutani
Dr. John Koo
Dr. Victor Huang
Dr. Vail Reese
Dr. Daniel Butler
Dr. Bob Geng
Dr. Shyam Joshi
Dr. Ekama Carlson
Dr. Jason Hawkes
Dr. Ilona Frieden
Table of Contents
Heads Up: Novel Treatment for Severe Alopecia Areata
Authors: Paige E. Adams, BS, Lawrence Eichenfield, MD Page 2
Recalcitrant Erythrodermic Atopic Dermatitis “Dupilumab Failure” with “Topical Steroid Withdrawal” Controlled with Topical Steroids and Dupilumab: When the Clinician, Not the Therapy, Fails the Patient
Authors: Savanna I. Vidal, BS, Anuk Burli, MD, Jenny E. Murase, MD Page 3
The Yin-Yang of Cytokines in Pruritus: Clinical Applications of Nemolizumab
Authors: Eryn Patin, BS, Emi Murase, Saroja Rao, BS, Arianne Kourosh, MD, MPH, Jenny Murase, MD Page 4
Managing the “Itchy but Not So Rashy” patient: A Case Series on Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approaches to Chronic Pruritus with Subtle or Atypical Dermatologic Findings
Authors: Neel Trivedi, BS, Ajay S. Dulai, MBBS, Sarina Elmariah, MD Page 5
Hair Me Out—A Synopsis of Dr. Paradi Mirmirani’s ‘Hair Updates’
Part IV: Holistic Hair Loss Management, New Innovations, and the Menopause Transition
Authors: Mitchell Hanson, BS, Paradi Mirimirani, MD Page 6
Innovation in Dermatology: Nemolizumab’s Role in Redefining Biologic Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis
Authors: Kristen Enriquez, BS, Tina Bhutani, MD, MAS Page 7
FDA “Class Label” Warnings: What are They and Why is it Important to Know? JAK Inhibitor Boxed Warnings: Facts Vs. FDA Speculations
Authors: Shayla Nguyen, BS, John Koo, MD Page 8
Afamelanotide: Coloring the Future of Vitiligo Treatment
Authors: Akash Rau, BS, Faranak Kamangar, MD Page 9
Vitiligo at a Crossroads: Advancing Clinical Innovation and Advocacy for Equitable Care
Authors: Anthony Thompson, MD, Emi Murase, Victor Huang, MD Page 10
The Art of Skin: Portraits in Pathology
Authors: Janmesh D. Patel, BS, Vail Reese, MD Page 11
Leveraging Pathogenesis to Treat Pruritus in the Elderly
Authors: Ajay Dulai, MBBS, MSc, Daniel Butler, MD Page 12
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Severe Atopic Dermatitis: The Rady Children’s Hospital Experience
Authors: Mihir Shah, BA, Bob Geng, MD Page 13
Beyond the Skin: Allergy-Guided Precision Care for Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria and Atopic Dermatitis
Authors: Sammer Marzouk, BS, Shyam Joshi, MD Page 14
Light in the Breakout: Broadband Light as an Adjuvant for Moderate to Severe Acne Vulgaris
Authors: Akachukwu Eze, BSN, Payton Smith, MD, Ekama Carlson, MD, PhD Page 15
Reframing Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria: A Call for Dermatologists to Reclaim a Common, Chronic, Inflammatory Condition
Authors: Le'Lani Walker, Jason Hawkes, MD, MS Page 16
Reflections on the Impact of Birthmarks and Facial Disfigurement: Lessons for Dermatologists
Authors: Andrea Leung, MPH, Ilona Frieden, MD Page 17
Art in Dermatology—A Synopsis of Student and Resident Art-Showcase
Authors: Mitchell Hanson, BS Page 18