Dermcast.live host Rob Casquejo, PA-C, refers to Ilanit Samuels, MCMS, PA-C, as an “expert injector” in this video interview focused on avoiding problems when using botulinum. The two “injectors” discuss evaluating patients and determining the appropriate dose necessary to achieve the desired result. Samuels reminds listeners that applying the “less is more” approach is beneficial …
Dermcast.live host Rob Casquejo, PA-C, and Ilanit Samuels, MCMS, PA-C, discuss the product selection and pitfalls associated with cosmetic fillers in this conversation recorded in Miami at the SDPA 20th Annual Fall Dermatology Conference, November 2022. Evaluating patients for fillers begins with “washing your face” and “animating,” said Samuels, who provides great insight on adding …
The novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, has not only re-shaped how we navigate our day to day operations within dermatology, but it has also redefined how our patients navigate their new norms of life with daily routines. From staying in touch with family and friends, to working remotely, people have adopted varying video conferencing platforms like ‘Zoom’ …
Dr. Joslyn Kirby kicked off the SDPA Digital CME conference Thursday morning with an enlightening review of the dermatology medical literature published within the last year. Dr. Kirby initiated the presentation by illustrating the dermatologic manifestations of COVID-19 with an important reminder that these cutaneous presentations are “not pathognomonic to COVID.” Additionally, she reviewed the …
Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are used to plump up thin lines, deep expression wrinkles, and improve the global descent of the facial soft tissue. Typically, they are administered with a syringe or cannula and providers are instructed to discard any remaining filler left in the application device. However, fillers are expensive, so saving the leftovers …