From the Team

23 August 2019

Atopic dermatitis: moving beyond the prescription pad

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is one of the most common skin conditions, affecting more than 230 million people globally. As people suffering with eczema will know, the condition also profoundly affects quality of life. The Skincare & Dermatology 2019 special report from The Times explores the topic of mental health, and reports that psychological issues arising from skin conditions are fuelling the growth and importance of psychodermatology. In this commentary, we reflect on the mental health burden associated with AD, and discuss how healthcare professionals can incorporate the tools of psychodermatology into patient care. Read more

9 August 2019

Dermatology in the UK: time for a check-up?

The new Skincare & Dermatology 2019 special report, issued in The Times this week, is a welcome and timely publication. The report highlights a number of thought-provoking subjects, such as mental health and the role of new technology and teledermatology (more on these topics another day), and ends with a comment on how “patients with skin disease deserve better”. So, the question remains, why are we falling short of delivering more satisfying outcomes for patients with skin disease, and how can we move forward? In this commentary, we discuss dermatology in the UK and pose the question: is it time for a check-up? Read more