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Welcome to LearnSkin's Integrative Skin Health Series
The Integrate Skin Health Series is soon to be the Dermatology: Clinical and Integrative Essentials (DCIE)! Thanks to student and alumni feedback, we've expanded the program with new modules releasing January 2024.
The DCIE program reviews the latest in clinical dermatology to provide a solid foundation for practitioners of all kinds. Whether you’re a Nurse Practitioner, a Physician Assistant, or a Primary Care Physician, the DCIE will cover common patient questions and concerns.
We look forward to sharing the new curriculum with you in 2024 to be released in progression throughout the year. Current students will be grandfathered into the DCIE program with ISHS materials available as additional resources.
In the meantime, you'll have access to the current Integrative Skin Health Series!
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 of integrative approaches, which is why we developed this program.
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
Please use code DCIE for complimentary registration to the Integrative Dermatology Symposium.
Calendar invitations to the quarterly live virtual discussions will be shared by email closer to the event dates.
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Introduction to ISHS
Integrative medicine takes account of the whole person and uses all available therapeutic modalities using an evidence based approach. In this course you will learn about what integrative dermatology encompasses and what to expect from the subsequent six weeks of the ISHS program.
After completing this activity, participants will be able to:
- Define integrative medicine and integrative dermatology
- Distinguish the differences between conventional and integrative dermatology
- Review the ISHS course and resources to follow along
Introduction to Dermatology Basics
The approach to evaluating a dermatology patient involves important history and physical exam skills, especially when using an integrative approach. In this course you will learn key elements of a dermatological history and physical as well as factors to consider when referring to a dermatologist.
After completing this activity, participants will be able to:
- Identify key elements of the history of a dermatology patient using an integrative approach
- Recall key parts of the dermatology exam
- Distinguish situations which need consultation with a dermatologist
Acne, Rosacea, and Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Background and Basics
Follicular disorders, such as acne, rosacea, and hidradenitis suppurativa are some of the most common skin concerns that both a primary care physician and dermatologist will encounter. In this course you will learn the pathophysiology involved in these disorders and how to distinguish between them.
After completing this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe the pathophysiology of common follicular disorders seen in a primary care setting
- Recall the diagnostic criteria for acne and rosacea
- Differentiate between various follicular disorders (fungal folliculitis vs. bacterial folliculitis vs. acne)
Acne and Rosacea: Conventional Treatment
Several conventional treatments are available to treat acne and rosacea, ranging from topicals or oral medications. In this course you will learn about the different conventional treatments for acne and rosacea and when to use them. After completing this activity, participants will be able to:
- Select the appropriate topical and/or oral therapy for acne and rosacea patients in the primary care setting
- Create a treatment plan for both adults and children with acne and rosacea
Acne and Rosacea: Nutrition and Integrative Approaches
Many integrative approaches have been studied in relation to acne. In this course you will learn about the different integrative treatments for acne and rosacea and how to incorporate them into a comprehensive treatment plan. After completing this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe the role of nutrition in acne and rosacea
- Diagram the role of the gut-skin axis in acne and rosacea
- Formulate an integrative treatment plan for acne and rosacea
Faculty
Dr. Raja Sivamani is a board-certified dermatologist and practices as an integrative dermatologist at Pacific Skin Institute. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology at the University of California, Davis and Director of Clinical Research and the Clinical Trials Unit.He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the California State University, Sacramento and an Associate Professor of Dermatology at California Northstate University, College of Medicine.He engages in clinical practice as well as both clinical and translational research that integrates bioengineering, nutrition, cosmetics, and skin biology. With training in both Allopathic and Ayurvedic medicine, he takes an integrative approach to his patients and in his research.He has published over 100 peer-reviewed research manuscripts, 10 textbook chapters, and a textbook entitled Cosmeceuticals and Active Cosmetics, 3rd Edition with a passion for expanding the evidence and boundaries of integrative medicine for skin care.
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.
