Expert Interviews

A Melanoma Diagnosis is a 3-Part Process, Dermatologist Rebecca Hartman, MD, MPH, Explains
October 25, 2024

A rapid increase in the rate of melanoma diagnoses could be the result of multiple factors, explains the Harvard assistant professor of dermatology.

Primary Care Assessment of Suspicious Skin Lesions: A Dermatologist Highlights DermaSensor
October 24, 2024

A bothersome skin lesion is typically first seen and assessed in primary care. An AI-based point-of-care device may help enhance triage, says Rebecca Hartman, MD, MPH.

Why is Atopic Dermatitis Prevalence Rising? Dermatologist Mona Shahriani, MD, Parses the Trends
October 22, 2024

Shahriari, assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Yale University School of Medicine, says greater understanding of the condition has expanded the population for the diagnosis.

Atopic Dermatitis is Not "Just" Eczema: Disease Primer with Mona Shahriari, MD
October 21, 2024

Dermatology thought leader Mona Shihriari, MD, offers a brief overview of the inflammatory skin disease for primary care clinicians.

Breast Cancer Screening: Start Young and Stay With It
October 18, 2024

Women who receive a false positive breast cancer screening result may forego future mammograms. Thoughtfully counsel any young patient who may be feeling this way.

Effective Breast Cancer Prevention Requires A Primary Care Advocate, Expert Says
October 17, 2024

After a false positive breast cancer screening result, women may be reluctant to participate in future screening, a topic that could benefit from the primary care touch.

Understanding the Obesity-Hypertension Connection: A Clinician Discussion
October 16, 2024

Caissa Troutman, MD, provides an overview of the connection between obesity and hypertension.

False Positive Breast Cancer Screening Linked with Greater Risk of Later Diagnosis
October 16, 2024

Even after adjusting for breast density, studies reveal a significantly greater risk for a cancer diagnosis within 2 decades. A UC Davis expert offers details.

How Likely is a False Positive Breast Cancer Screening Result? Veteran Researcher Explains
October 15, 2024

A false positive finding on a screening mammogram is fairly common, according to UC Davis biostatistician Diana Miglioretti, PhD. Here's why.

After a False Positive Result, Screening Mammography May Not be a Priority for Some Women
October 14, 2024

The group of women least likely to return for a regular preventive screening mammogram after a false positive result surprised this primary investigator.