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Welcome to LearnSkin's Dermatology: Clinical & Integrative Dermatology II Program!
Designed for experienced PAs and NPs with at least one year in dermatology, the DCIE II program provides a thorough review of integrative dermatology to enhance patient management skills. Whether you're a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, this program covers key topics and addresses the most common questions and concerns from patients.
You are now part of a select group of clinicians in one of the fastest growing areas of healthcare: integrative medicine. Increasingly patients are seeking practitioners with knowledge on dermatological conditions with integrative approaches, which is why we developed this program.
As you embark on your educational journey into integrative dermatology treatment management and go through the modules, think about how you will implement new integrative modalities into practice. You'll have one year after starting the DCIE II to put your new skills into practice and describe one case where you have utilized an integrative approach.
If you have any questions along the way, please feel free to reach out to us on the discussion board or bring them to our roundtable discussions.
For any logistical or administrative questions, the LearnSkin team is available to help at [email protected].
We look forward to embarking on this educational journey with you!
Valerie, Aunna, Apple, Peter, and Raja
Program Resources
Live Virtual Roundtable Discussions
Bring your cases and questions to the live virtual roundtable discussions each month. Guest speakers will also be invited to share additional tips and resources. The Zoom link and dates are listed in the curriculum overview above and posted in the community discussion board. Calendar invitations will also be provided closer to the discussion dates. We recommend finding a quiet spot to join by video and connect with fellow classmates. The sessions will be recorded and added to the Additional Non-CME Resources.
Final Case Study Project
As you embark on your educational journey into integrative dermatology treatment management, think about how you will implement new integrative modalities into practice. You'll have one year after starting the DCIE II to put your new skills into practice and describe one case where you have utilized an integrative approach.
Integrative Dermatology Symposium
Please use code DCIE2025 for complimentary registration to the Integrative Dermatology Symposium. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow classmates, alumni, and faculty in person. We hope to see you there!
A New Toolkit for Integrative Dermatology
An introduction to the concept of an integrative toolkit.
After completing this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe the rationale for an integrative approach to dermatology
- Identify a framework for organizing and building a base of knowledge from different domains
Mind Body - Overview
This lecture will give a broad definition of what mind body means and the different practices that it encompasses.
After completing this activity, participants will be able to:
- Define mind - body in the context of health and healing
- Demonstrate examples of mind - body practices
- Identify mind - body practices that have evidence for being helpful in skin disorders
Faculty
Dr. Peter Lio is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, completed his internship in Pediatrics at Boston Children's Hospital, and his Dermatology training at Harvard where he served as Chief Resident in Dermatology. Dr. Lio is the founding director of the Chicago Integrative Eczema Center and has spoken nationally and internationally about atopic dermatitis, as well as alternative medicine.
After finishing Medical School and Dermatology Residency at the University of Wisconsin, Dr. Bodemer completed a fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona. She was the first Dermatologist to be board certified in both Dermatology and Integrative Medicine and currently is the only Dermatologist to serve on the Integrative Medicine Board. She has authored academic texts and curriculum and has spoken widely on a variety of topics related to Integrative Dermatology. She has always been drawn to exploring how lifestyle choices impact skin health and disease and feels that the most powerful role a physician can play is as an educator and guide, empowering people to get healthy and stay healthy.
Valerie A Stern, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C is a board certified, SDPA Dermatology Diplomate Fellow practicing integrative dermatology. Valerie has specialized in dermatology for over 20 years and practices general, surgical, cosmetic and laser dermatology from an integrative standpoint.
Valerie received her degree in Physician Assistant Medicine from Keck, USC School of Medicine, she then obtained her masters degree in dermatology from the University of Nebraska Medical School followed by doctorate degrees in medical science with emphasis on dermatology and physician assistant education from Lynchburg University in Virginia.
Valerie lectures and teaches at USC Keck School of Medicine, Department of Physician Assistant Studies as well as acting as an expert in legal case testimonial during malpractice litigation involving advanced practice providers. Valerie has been an international laser trainer, educator and lecturer for two large laser companies over the past 15 years.
Valerie is passionate about providing the highest quality care to each and every patient she sees. She believes that internal optimization is key to overall health which manifests outwardly onto the skin. Understanding root cause etiology plays a significant role in keeping the skin at its best.
In her free time, Valerie loves to study, learning all she can about environmental interactions and genetic predisposition, focusing on such factors as toxins in our homes, the foods we consume, and the products we put on our skin daily, all of which impact our overall health and well being.
Valerie’s goal is to provide each patient with the education and comprehensive care they deserve through quality interactions using a team approach, helping to achieve success in their skin health goals.
