Contemporary Management Strategies for Atopic Dermatitis Live
Target Audience: Physicians, Physician Assistants, Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians
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Course Overview
Atopic dermatitis (AD), also known as atopic eczema, is a chronic, relapsing inflammatory skin disorder characterized by intense pruritus, xerosis (dry skin), and eczematous lesions. It was historically considered a disease of childhood, but more recent data suggest that AD frequently persists into adulthood and may also present as a new condition in adult patients. Advances in understanding the immunopathogenesis of AD have transformed the therapeutic landscape, and the introduction of biologic therapies and oral Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors has prompted substantial updates in national and international treatment guidelines. This continuing education activity reviews the etiology, epidemiology, and pathophysiology of AD. Additionally, common clinical presentations, diagnostic strategies, and interprofessional management plans aligned with current evidence-based recommendations will be discussed.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this educational activity, participants should be able to:
- Differentiate clinical presentations and severity of atopic dermatitis
- Evaluate available treatment options for atopic dermatitis based on disease severity, patient characteristics, and safety considerations
- Describe patient-centered management strategies to support long-term disease control, symptom reduction, and quality-of-life improvement
Faculty
I. Introduction
II. Guideline Updates
III. Epidemiology of Atopic Dermatitis
IV. Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
A. Genetic Factors
B. Immune Dysregulation
C. Microbiome Alterations
D. Environmental and Lifestyle Triggers
V. Clinical Presentation and Diagnosis
A. Key Clinical Features
B. Severity Assessment
C. Laboratory Evaluation
D. Systemic Comorbidities
E. Differential Diagnosis and Evaluation of Comorbidities
VI. Management Overview
VII. Treatment Strategies
A. Topical Therapies
B. Adjunctive Measures
C. Systemic Therapies
D. Phototherapy
VIII. Treatment Algorithm
IX. Atopic Dermatitis Action Plan
X. Treatment Adherence and Therapeutic Failure
XI. Clinical Counseling Pearls
XII. Interprofessional Considerations
XIII. Summary
Participants are required to:
- Read the learning objectives and faculty disclosures
- Attend and participate in the live webinar
- Complete an evaluation
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Faculty Planner Disclosure
The following individuals were involved in planning, developing, and/or authoring this activity: L. Austin Fredrickson, MD, FACP; Liz Fredrickson, PharmD, BCPS; and Pamela Sardo, PharmD, BS. None of the individuals involved in developing this activity has a conflict of interest or financial relationships related to the subject matter. There are no financial relationships or commercial or financial support relevant to this activity to report or disclose by RxCe.com or any of the individuals involved in the development of this activity.
Unlabeled Use Disclosure
The information provided in this course is general in nature, and it is designed solely to provide participants with continuing education credit(s). This course and materials are not meant to substitute for the independent, professional judgment of any participant regarding that participant’s professional practice, including but not limited to patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and/or health management. Medical and pharmacy practices, rules, and laws vary from state to state, and this course does not cover the laws of each state; therefore, participants must consult the laws of their state as they relate to their professional practice. Healthcare professionals must consult their employer, healthcare facility, hospital, or other organization for guidelines, protocols, and procedures to follow. The information provided in this course does not replace those guidelines, protocols, and procedures, but is for academic purposes only, and this course’s limited purpose is for the completion of continuing education credits. Participants are advised and acknowledge that information related to medications, their administration, dosing, contraindications, adverse reactions, interactions, warnings, precautions, or accepted uses is constantly changing. Any person taking this course understands that such a person must make an independent review of medication information before any patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment and/or health management. Any discussion of off-label use of any medication, device, or procedure is informational only, and such uses are not endorsed hereby. Nothing contained in this course represents the opinions, views, judgments, or conclusions of RxCe.com LLC. RxCe.com LLC is not liable or responsible to any person for any inaccuracy, error, or omission with respect to this course or course material.
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