Looking for dermatology resources on the go? Whether you’re a dermatologist, a dermatopathologist, or another professional in the dermatology field, these podcasts can help you stay current in your field and aware of new opportunities to grow your expertise and practice.
Below is a list of 15 great podcasts to explore, listed in alphabetical order:
1. Above & Beyond Dermatology
Producer/Host: Stephen Lewellis, MD, PhD
Focus: Shares cutting-edge, actionable insights from Mayo Clinic experts. The discussions are generally short, informative, and focused on current clinical and scientific developments. Topics include emerging diagnostics and testing; clinical microbiology and infectious disease; and lab leadership, policy, and innovation.
Frequency: Varies
2. The Cutaneous Collection
Producer: Dermatology Times
Hosts: Various Clinical Specialists
Focus: Explores the latest in dermatology, featuring expert interviews on clinical updates, innovative technologies, and practice management. It covers topics such as pediatric atopic dermatitis, medical education, and legislative advocacy for dermatologists.
Frequency: Varies
3. Dermasphere
Hosts: Luke Johnson, MD, and Michelle Tarbox, MD
Focus: Widely considered the “gold standard” journal club for the dermatology community. It’s specifically designed for clinicians who want to stay on top of the latest research but lack the time to read every journal cover-to-cover. Dermasphere provides the experience of a high-level academic discussion filtered through a friendly, often humorous lens.
Frequency: Bi-Weekly
4. Dermatology Snapshots
Host: Dr. Jiyad and Dr. Ferguson
Focus: Dermatology Snapshots is hosted by UK-based Consultant Dermatologists Dr. Jiyad and Dr. Ferguson from St. George’s Hospital, London. The podcast serves as a “CliffNotes” digest of dermatology journals built for speed and academic efficiency.
Frequency: Varies
5. DermConsult
Producer: ReachMD
Host: Various Clinical Specialists
Focus: The DermConsult podcast interviews dermatology specialists for their expert advice on the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of skin conditions. They also explore the latest clinical research and their very own case studies.
Frequency: Varies
6. Derm Dispatch
Producer: Dermatology Times
Host: Renate Block, DMSc, PA-C
Focus: Clinical utility and the patient’s journey, often addressing the “common sense” questions that practitioners face in the exam room. It emphasizes content surrounding breaking news, conference buzz, and hot-button issues.
Frequency: Varies
7. Derms and Conditions
7. Producer: Dermsquared (the organization behind the Fall and Winter Clinical Dermatology Conferences
Host: James Q. Del Rosso, DO
Focus: Widely regarded as one of the most practical resources for dermatology clinicians. It’s designed to bridge the gap between academic research and everyday clinical reality.
Frequency: Weekly
8. DermSurgery Digest
Producer: Dermatologic Surgery
Host: Dermatologic Surgery Digital Content Editor, Naomi Lawrence, MD, and co-host Michael Renzi, MD
Focus: Concise summaries and expert commentary of journal articles from each month’s issue of Dermatologic Surgery. The purpose of the podcast is to summarize each article without critique and give you an auditory option for learning on the go.
Frequency: Monthly
9. Derms on Drugs
Producer: Scholars in Medicine
Hosts: Matthew Zirwas, MD, Laura Ferris, MD, PhD, and Timothy Patton, DO
Focus: An engaging, high-energy digest of the hottest topics in dermatology. It strives to help listeners stay on the cutting-edge of dermatology updates and industry knowledge without the dry tone of a traditional lecture.
Frequency: Weekly
10. Dialogues in Dermatology
Producer: American Academy of Dermatology
Host: Various Clinical Experts
Focus: The Dialogues in Dermatology (DiD) podcast is the official audio publication of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). It’s one of the longest-running and most prestigious educational resources in the field, designed to provide high-yield clinical updates and a different way for physicians to earn CME credits. Some episodes are public to all listeners, but the full clinical library and CME testing require logging in with an AAD member ID.
Frequency: Weekly
Started: July 2020
11. EADV Podcast
Producer: European Academy of Dermatology & Venerology
Host: Various Clinical Experts
Focus: Delivers insightful conversations, clinical updates, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from the heart of European dermatological research and advocacy. Each episode features in-depth interviews with world-renowned specialists, highlights from the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (JEADV), and timely coverage of new clinical guidelines, policy developments, and EADV events.
Frequency: 2x per month
12. The Future of Dermatology
Hosts: Dr. Faranak Kamangar, MD
Focus: The future of the dermatology industry. The podcast covers topics from psoriasis, to eczema, to skin care, to AI, and more. Whether you’re a doctor or a patient, these episodes provide valuable information about your skin and how to navigate the world of dermatology.
Frequency: Weekly
13. JDD Podcast: Ask the Investigator
Producer: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology
Host: Adam Friedman, MD, FAAD
Focus: The JDD Dermatology podcast serves as the audio companion to the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology and is one of the most established and scientifically rigorous podcasts in the specialty. Most episodes are public and free to stream.
Frequency: Monthly
14. PathPulse
Producer: Lumea and the Digital Diagnostic Summit
Hosts: James Thackeray and Bianca Collings
Focus: Pathpulse: the Digital Diagnostic Podcast is a podcast that shares a commitment to clinical education for dermatologists, dermatopathologists, and anyone working in the diagnostic field. PathPulse places its focus on how a diagnosis is made and the technology behind the slide. It provides valuable insights into what’s available for practitioners as well as insights and practical advice for anyone interested in adopting digital pathology.
Frequency: Monthly
15. The Practical Dermatology Podcast
Producer: Practical Dermatology magazine
Host: Primarily hosted by the magazine’s editorial leaders, including Dr. Neal Bhatia (Chief Medical Editor) and Dr. Lisa Swanson (Associate Medical Editor).
Focus: The audio expansion of Practical Dermatology magazine. Designed specifically for the “front lines,” this podcast focused on the real-world logistics of running a practice and treating patients.
Frequency: Monthly
We hope you enjoy these resources for keeping up with industry information and news on the go!
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