DermSurgery Digest

This DermSurgery Digest bonus content aptly named “At the Microscope” shares the latest research and techniques in dermatopathology. In this episode, contributors review keratoacanthomas. Contributors to this podcast include Naomi Lawrence, MD, Dermatologic Surgery Digital Content Editor; Ashley Elsensohn, MD, MPH, DermSurgery Digest at the Microscope co-host; Christine Ahn, MD; Jeff Gardner, MD; Marina K. Ibraheim, MD; and Michael P. Lee, MD.
Articles featured in this episode include: 
·        “Differentiating keratoacanthoma from squamous cell carcinoma-In quest of the holy grail” Pubmed
·        “A clinical and biological review of keratoacanthoma”Pubmed
·        “Dermatopathologic features of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma and actinic keratosis: Consensus criteria and proposed reporting guidelines” JAAD
·        “Aberrant p16, p53 and Ki-67 immunohistochemistry staining patterns can distinguish solitary keratoacanthoma from cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma” Pubmed
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In this episode of the DermSurgery Digest, you’ll hear quick, high-yield summaries with practical takeaways on the surgical oncology and reconstruction articles featured in the August 2026 issue of Dermatologic Surgery. Featured contributors this month are Sydney Proffer, MD, MS, and Erica Lee, MD.
This podcast is hosted by Naomi Lawrence, MD, Digital Content Editor for Dermatologic Surgery, and co-hosted by Michael Renzi, MD. Dermatologic Surgery is the official publication of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
The remaining surgical oncology and reconstruction articles from the August issue are highlighted in-depth in a companion episode, Spotlight, published on August 14, 2026.
We welcome your feedback. Please contact communicationstaff@asds.net.

In this episode of the DermSurgery Digest, you’ll hear quick, high-yield summaries with practical takeaways on the cosmetic and general dermatology articles featured in the August 2026 issue of Dermatologic Surgery. Featured contributors this month are Kavita Darji Patel, MD, and Gilly Munavalli, MD, MHS.
This podcast is hosted by Naomi Lawrence, MD, Digital Content Editor for Dermatologic Surgery, and co-hosted by Michael Renzi, MD. Dermatologic Surgery is the official publication of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
The remaining cosmetic and general dermatology articles from the August issue are highlighted in-depth in a companion episode, Spotlight, published on August 14, 2026.
We welcome your feedback. Please contact communicationstaff@asds.net

In this episode of the DermSurgery Digest, you’ll hear in-depth summaries and expert commentary on select cosmetic and general dermatology articles featured in the August 2026 issue of Dermatologic Surgery. Featured contributors Kavita Darji Patel, MD, and Gilly Munavalli, MD, MHS, share key insights and perspectives on the articles: 
 Does Hormone Replacement Therapy Influence Melasma Development? A Review of the Evidence and Management Guidelines
 The Effects of Aesthetic Lasers and Intense Pulsed Light on Skin Shields
Does Cumulative Exposure to Overfilled Faces Cause Visual Adaptation?
This podcast is hosted by Naomi Lawrence, MD, Digital Content Editor for Dermatologic Surgery, and co-hosted by Michael Renzi, MD. Dermatologic Surgery is the official publication of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
The remaining cosmetic and general dermatology articles from the August issue are highlighted in a companion episode, Rapid Pearls, publishing on August 21, 2026.
We welcome your feedback. Please contact communicationstaff@asds.net.

In this episode of the DermSurgery Digest, you’ll hear in-depth summaries and expert commentary on select surgical oncology and reconstruction articles featured in the August 2026 issue of Dermatologic Surgery. Featured contributors Sydney Proffer, MD, MS, and Erica Lee, MD, share key insights and perspectives on the articles: 
Surgical Anatomy of the Genital and Inguinal Regions for the Dermatologic Surgeon: Landmarks, Danger Zones, and Perioperative Considerations
Commentary on “Surgical Anatomy of the Genital and Inguinal Regions for the Dermatologic Surgeon: Landmarks, Danger Zones, and Perioperative Considerations”
The Safety of Perioperative Liposomal Bupivacaine Injections in Dermatologic Surgery Patients
This podcast is hosted by Naomi Lawrence, MD, Digital Content Editor for Dermatologic Surgery, and co-hosted by Michael Renzi, MD. Dermatologic Surgery is the official publication of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
The remaining surgical oncology and reconstruction articles from the August issue are highlighted in a companion episode, Rapid Pearls, publishing on August 21, 2026.
We welcome your feedback. Please contact communicationstaff@asds.net.