Skin Conversations – The Evolution of Psoriasis Care

St John’s Derm Academy have released their latest episode of the ‘Skin Conversations’ podcast – exploring how the management of psoriasis has transformed over recent decades.

Joining the hosts, Dr Ally Paolino and Dr Beibei Du-Harpur, are Professor Catherine Smith and Professor Jonathan Barker, two internationally recognised leaders in inflammatory skin disease.

Together, they reflect on the evolution of psoriasis care, from advances in understanding of disease mechanisms to the development of targeted therapies that have revolutionised treatment and improved outcomes for patients. They also discuss the challenges that remain, and what the future of psoriasis management may hold.

Topics covered include:

• Psoriasis care - what it used to look like and the scientific discoveries that transformed it
• What psoriasis looks like, its impact on people’s lives and the goals and barriers to improving care
• Comorbidities and psoriasis – including diet, weight and cardiovascular disease
• Treatment options – Biologics, topical treatments, treatment pathways and accessing specialist care
• Genetics and risk factors that lead to psoriasis
• Ethnic differences in psoriasis
• Long term remission – is it possible?

This episode of ‘Skin Conversations’ is for anyone with an interest in psoriasis and dermatology - whether you're a healthcare professional, or someone living with psoriasis.

You can listen now on Spotify and Apple Music!