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The Pediatric Dermatology Podcast
Your Host
Andrew C. Krakowski, M.D., is a board-certified pediatric dermatologist specializing in pediatric procedural dermatology. He has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed publications and two textbooks, including The Scar Book and Pediatric Procedural Dermatology. Dr. Krakowski is an invited editorial advisory member for American Academy of Dermatology’s Dermatology World and the procedural dermatology section editor for Pediatric Dermatology (the journal of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology). He currently serves as the Network Chair of Dermatology for St. Luke’s University Health Network in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, where he also founded the network’s ACGME-approved Residency in Dermatology.
Outside the hospital, Dr. K is the co-founder of Pediadermics, a line of science-based eczema treatment products for children and well-informed parents. He enjoys cheering for the Philadelphia Flyers, playing harmonica badly, and—above all else!—creating adventures with his family and goofy yellow Labrador, Barley.
Latest Podcasts
“Down in the Dumps: The Approach to Diagnosing, Treating, and Preventing Diaper Dermatitis”
“The MANE Point: There's No Such Thing as 'Mild' Alopecia Areata”
Dr. Andrew C. Krakowski hosts pediatric hair expert, Dr. Brittany Craiglow, as they discuss the autoimmune condition called alopecia areata. Hear how alopecia areata presents and get more comfortable using JAK-inhibitors to treat it. Learn why there is no such thing as “mild” alopecia areata for both the patients suffering with this condition and the clinicians trying to manage it.
“The EYES Have it: The Overlap of Kids’ Skin & Eye Conditions”
“All the Kids are Doing It: Getting Smart (and Having Some Fun) with Social Media Skin Trends”
Join Dr. K and the Society for Pediatric Dermatology’s Immediate Past President, Dr Sheilagh Maguiness, as they explore the ever-evolving world of kids’ skincare trends on social media. Allow these expert pediatric dermatologists to unpack for you the science, safety, and myths behind the latest products and routines influencing children. From popular fads like “slugging” and “glass skin” to some of the more dangerous “going viral” challenges, this show offers trusted insights to help you navigate the hype and keep kids’ skin healthy and safe!
“Beyond the Basics: A Masterclass on Managing Severe Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)”
Join Dr. K as he partners with world renown pediatric dermatologist, Dr Robert Sidbury, to discuss their experiences and approach to managing patients with severe atopic dermatitis (eczema). Learn how to optimize topical therapies and get familiar with biologics and other systemic medications – both old and new! This deep-dive episode goes beyond the basics and provides “clinical pearls” from two experts’ who have managed atopic dermatitis from the trenches. Become more informed and better prepared around the topic of severe atopic dermatitis (eczema)!
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