Dawn Eichenfield, MD, PhD, is a dermatologist at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego and an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at UC San Diego School of Medicine.

, Dawn Eichenfield, MD, PhD, of Rady Children’s Hospital–San Diego and the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, spoke on-site with the 

 team regarding the rapidly shifting pediatric dermatology landscape, highlighting both therapeutic updates and various types of practical clinical considerations.

, Eichenfield emphasized the expanding set of potential systemic options now available for children, especially biologics for psoriasis.

 In this interview segment regarding additional sessions Eichenfield participated in, she pointed to the value of understanding a biologic’s mechanism of action, ongoing questions around disease modification in atopic dermatitis, and various practical pearls, including strategies to reduce injection-related anxiety and discomfort among children.

The following transcription summarizes Eichenfield’s on-site interview with 

 We would like to know more about some of the biggest takeaways from your Maui Derm workshop, the master class in pediatric dermatology.

Today, we did a workshop where we got to talk a lot more about taking care of kids. I actually talked about hair disorders, and based on looking at kids with telogen effluvium as well as alopecia areata. Actually, rarely, we sometimes get scarring disorders in pediatric dermatology as well. Then it was really nice, because we had a round table discussion with the other folks who were talking during the pediatric master class workshop. We got a chance to kind of see how other people approach really bad cases of androgenetic alopecia or alopecia areata, and how they dose their minoxidil. What do they do? First, topical minoxidil, then oral minoxidil. So it was a really, it was a really great, intriguing discussion that we had.

Would you go a bit more into depth on the dosing of minoxidil that you discussed there?

You look at the pediatric literature…there was actually a recent PD study where they looked at it, and it was an international study looking at androgenetic areata. It was really interesting because in that study, most people were on topical minoxidil. Nowadays, we're starting to use a lot more oral minoxidil. So I would say, if you looked at things like five, ten years ago, people were probably just doing topical minoxidil. But now, [we use oral minoxidil more], just because we feel like low-dose oral minoxidil is a lot safer and we have a lot more evidence for its use.

Also, we're definitely using it more in our pediatric and adolescent populations. So generally, for a girl, we probably would start with a quarter of a tablet. A tablet is like 2.5 milligrams. So a quarter is like 0.625. Then for males, we would start probably with 1.25, and of course, this is in kids who don't have other medical issues. No heart issues, no issues with their blood pressure, not on other concurrent medications that would interfere or have other side effects that are related to the minoxidil.

I think the big [takeaway] is really just the fact that we sometimes underdiagnose pediatric androgenetic alopecia, and sometimes we can misdiagnose some of our pediatric hair disorders. It's also very important to come to the correct diagnosis so that we can facilitate the correct management.

What are some of the key takeaways about HSV that you hope clinicians walk away with?

 I think the case that I presented is a very interesting case in that the clinical presentation is of an immunocompromised patient. It's always when you're looking at blisters, hemorrhagic blisters, hemorrhagic crusting, or ones that look punched out when you definitely want to consider HSV. Sometimes it could be something you're not even thinking of, and it can mimic some other diseases as well. So, that's definitely something to think about for the measles case. I think in our in this day and age, when some parents are not sure about vaccinations, and when it's kind of political and controversial, I think it's important for healthcare providers to know what measles looks like, and to really consider that in their differential where they're approaching pediatric patients with rashes.

Then, finally, we covered Leishmania. It's really interesting because I live in San Diego, and we definitely get a lot of patients who kind of come across the border. We've had a number of refugees who come through, who've actually had more kinds of tropical or exotic diseases. Leishmania is one of them, because they kind of came through the Darién Gap, while we were getting some refugees from that area.

Moving to a broader subject, what are you most excited or intrigued about in the field of dermatology in 2026 and beyond?

I think there's a lot that's in development, both in science and in clinical medicine, that we're going to be excited about for pediatric dermatology. Anything genetic-related is always exciting, because we always want to be able to better diagnose our patients before we start treatments. Then finally, as I had mentioned before, our patients don't like shots. So, some of the oral biologics coming out that will be very exciting to us, there are companies that are working on looking at biologics where you're going to be able to space out how often you get the shots. That, of course, will be very interesting to our patients, because no one likes shots. I think we have so much to look forward to this year and the coming years in dermatology.

The quotes used in this interview transcript were edited for clarity.

Eichenfield had no relevant disclosures of note for this discussion.

Eichenfield D, Frieden I, Treat J, et al. Fallon Friedlander S, Treat J, et al. Master Classes in Pediatric Dermatology. Presented at the 2026 Maui Derm Hawaii Conference, January 25-29.

Eichenfield D. Spotlighting Pediatric Dermatology Updates for 2026, With Dawn Eichenfield, MD, PhD. HCPLive. January 29, 2026. Accessed February 13, 2026. 

https://www.hcplive.com/view/spotlighting-pediatric-dermatology-updates-2026-dawn-eichenfield-md-phd

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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects an estimated 35 million people in the United States, yet it remains persistently underdiagnosed, underrecognized, and often addressed late in its course.

Despite a wave of therapeutic innovation over the past decade, including SGLT2 inhibitors, non-steroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, and GLP-1 receptor agonists, most patients continue to enter care at stage 3b or later, when significant and often irreversible kidney damage has already occurred. Against this backdrop, a recent multidisciplinary virtual forum from 

, led by Muthiah Vaduganathan, MD, MPH, codirector of the Center for Cardiometabolic Implementation Science at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, convened nephrologists from academic and private practice settings across the country to examine a central question: how do we move CKD detection and management upstream?

The discussion centered on operationalizing early identification of CKD using routine biomarkers such as estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (UACR), and on improving risk stratification before patients ever see a nephrologist. Participants highlighted national data showing persistent gaps in CKD awareness, particularly among younger individuals, women, and racial and ethnic minority populations.

Even among patients with documented CKD in the medical record, awareness remains low. Compounding the problem is a limited nephrology workforce, making universal early referral neither feasible nor necessary.

Instead, the conversation emphasized redefining early CKD as a cardiovascular risk condition and embedding screening within broader cardio-kidney-metabolic care. With cardiovascular disease remaining the leading cause of death in CKD, panelists argued that early kidney abnormalities, especially albuminuria, should be framed not simply as markers of future dialysis risk, but as powerful indicators of systemic vascular injury.

In an era of disease-modifying therapies capable of slowing progression and reducing cardiovascular events, the forum explored how clinicians, health systems, and payers might rethink detection strategies, referral pathways, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Throughout the discussion, participants repeatedly returned to the reality that most referrals still occur when eGFR falls < 45 mL/min/1.73 m², while earlier-stage patients, particularly those with preserved eGFR but significant albuminuria, are often missed. UACR testing remains underutilized outside of diabetes care, and confusion persists among primary care clinicians regarding the interpretation of albuminuria versus total proteinuria.

Several panelists described educational initiatives aimed at improving primary care understanding, including reframing albuminuria as the “troponin of the kidney,” yet acknowledged that education alone may not be sufficient. Workforce shortages, time constraints in 20-minute visits, EHR fatigue, and limited health literacy all create structural barriers to earlier detection and intervention.

Ultimately, the forum highlighted a need for system-level change. Potential solutions discussed included risk-based referral models rather than rigid eGFR thresholds, automated EHR or AI-driven lab triggers, payer-aligned quality metrics tied to UACR screening, and community-based outreach in high-risk populations.

The broader shift toward a cardio-kidney-metabolic framework was seen as an opportunity to align specialties around shared therapies and shared risk reduction goals. However, panelists were candid: without stronger incentives, clearer risk stratification tools, and expanded workforce capacity, the promise of early CKD “remission” through modern therapies may remain unrealized.

US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Chronic Kidney Disease in the United States, 2023. May 15, 2024. Accessed February 11, 2026.

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 issued a Complete Response Letter for the New Drug Application (NDA) of Disc Medicine’s bitopertin as a treatment for patients with 

The Agency acknowledges sufficient evidence of reduced whole blood metal-free protoporphyrin IX (PPIX) from the AURORA and BEACON trials, but stated a need to see results of the ongoing phase 3 APOLLO study before bitopertin receives approval.

EPP is a rare, inherited metabolic disorder marked by severe, immediate, and painful photosensitivity, often beginning in childhood. In this patient population, a deficiency in the ferrochelatase enzyme results in protoporphyrin buildup, which is indicated by intense burning, itching, and swelling upon exposure to sunlight.

Bitopertin is an investigational, clinical-stage, orally administered glycine transporter 1 (GlyT1) inhibitor, designed to modulate heme biosynthesis. GlyT1 is a membrane transporter required to supply sufficient glycine for heme biosynthesis and support erythropoiesis. If approved for EPP, bitopertrin has the potential to be the first disease-modifying therapy.

“We are committed to delivering bitopertin to patients, knowing how critical this potentially disease-modifying therapy is to the EPP community. While our efforts at utilizing expedited pathways to get bitopertin to patients quickly have not come to fruition, we are continuing to pursue all avenues in support of FDA approval,” said John Quisel, JD, PhD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Disc Medicine, in a statement. “The CRL will delay the potential approval of bitopertin, but we have confidence in the ongoing APOLLO trial, for which we are seeing incredible enthusiasm from the EPP community. Confidence in our product and program guides our approach, and we will continue working closely with the FDA to support their review.”

Bitopertis has been under review for accelerated approval and as part of the Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher pilot program, with accelerated approval contingent on the proposed surrogate endpoint, percent change in whole blood metal-free PPIX, and whether this was reasonably likely to predict a clinical benefit.

While the FDA agreed that phase 2 double-blind, placebo-controlled AURORA and phase 2 open-label BEACON met the proposed surrogate endpoint, neither showed evidence of an association between percent change in PPIX and sunlight exposure-based endpoints. In turn, the Agency indicated the phase 3 APOLLO results would be needed as evidence for traditional approval.

APOLLO is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluating the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of bitopertin in participants with EPP or X-Linked protoporphyria (XLP). Currently, the estimated enrollment size includes 150 participants ≥ 12 years of age.

Specifically, APOLLO investigators are assessing whether bitopertin increases pain-free sunlight exposure after 6 months of treatment and how PPIX concentration levels change from baseline.

The trial began enrollment in March 2025, and has an estimated completion timeline of October 2026.

Disc Medicine Inc. Disc Medicine Receives Complete Response Letter from FDA for Bitopertin for the Treatment of EPP. GlobeNewswire News Room. Published February 13, 2026. Accessed February 13, 2026. 

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2026/02/13/3238299/0/en/Disc-Medicine-Receives-Complete-Response-Letter-from-FDA-for-Bitopertin-for-the-Treatment-of-EPP.html

Clinicaltrials.gov. Published 2026. Accessed February 13, 2026. 

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In this episode, cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, explore major updates in the evolving GLP-1 receptor agonist landscape, with a particular focus on oral semaglutide formulations, branding changes, and regulatory concerns surrounding compounded alternatives.

00:05:33 The importance of administration

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The discussion begins with the FDA approval of a higher-dose oral semaglutide formulation now branded as Ozempic for type 2 diabetes. Previously marketed as Rybelsus, the formulation itself remains bioequivalent, with no changes in efficacy, safety, or pharmacokinetics. The rebranding aligns oral and injectable Ozempic, simplifying clinical conversations and reducing prior authorization and coverage confusion. Similarly, oral Wegovy is now available for obesity management, reinforcing a unified naming convention: Ozempic for type 2 diabetes and Wegovy for obesity, regardless of route of administration.

The hosts note that while oral semaglutide has been available for several years, uptake of Rybelsus lagged behind expectations, in part due to limited brand recognition and confusion about its equivalence to injectable semaglutide. Early anecdotal experience suggests greater patient interest in “oral Ozempic,” highlighting the impact of naming clarity on real-world adoption. The simplified dosing structure of the newer formulations may further facilitate transitions during the upcoming rollout period.

Importantly, Isaacs and Bellini review key pharmacologic considerations. Oral semaglutide depends on the absorption enhancer SNAC (sodium N-[8-(2-hydroxybenzoyl) amino] caprylate) to protect the peptide from gastric degradation and promote systemic uptake. Administration remains strict: taken on an empty stomach with no more than 4 ounces of water, followed by a 30-minute interval before food, beverages, or other medications. Despite daily dosing, the drug retains a long half-life of approximately one week, meaning that temporary discontinuation—for example, prior to planned pregnancy—requires appropriate lead time. They emphasize that daily administration reflects absorption variability rather than a shorter pharmacologic duration.

The episode then pivots to safety concerns surrounding compounded oral semaglutide products. With GLP-1 shortages largely resolved, some telehealth companies—including Hims & Hers—have begun marketing lower-cost compounded oral versions. This has prompted legal action from Novo Nordisk, given that the proprietary SNAC technology is patented and critical to the drug’s validated bioavailability. The hosts caution that compounded oral formulations may lack regulatory oversight, standardized absorption data, and robust phase 1–4 clinical trial evidence. Without validated pharmacokinetics, patients risk receiving ineffective therapy—or potentially unsafe products—despite appealing lower price points.

The episode concludes with cautious optimism. While branding simplification and cost reductions represent meaningful progress in access and patient engagement, the hosts underscore the necessity of evidence-based prescribing and clinician-led patient education. As the GLP-1 therapeutic landscape continues to expand, maintaining safety, regulatory integrity, and pharmacologic rigor remains paramount.

Editor’s Note: Isaacs reports disclosures with Dexcom, Abbott, Lilly, Novo Nordisk, Medtronic, Insulet, and others. Bellini reports disclosures with Abbott Diabetes Care, MannKind, Povention Bio, and others.

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A pilot phase trial testing a wearable patch for continuous drug concentration measurement captured vancomycin levels in 5-minute intervals, demonstrating no safety or pain concerns in 6 participants.

Study investigators suggest further development of this electrochemical aptamer-based patch device could aid precising vancomycin dosing, thereby potentially preventing antibiotic-induced acute kidney injury.

“For a very long time, we've used trough concentrations to individualize therapy for drugs with a narrow therapeutic index, such as vancomycin, and it's quite a laborious process,” said study investigator Sophie Stocker, BsC, PhD, senior hospital scientist at St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney and a senior lecturer at The University of Sydney, in an interview with 

 “We're always looking in the rear view mirror because we're collecting data from doses that have already been administered to the patient.”

Vancomycin is the predominant frontline antibiotic clinicians use to treat severe, drug-resistant infections, including those associated with hospital acquired infections associated with medical devices, caused by coagulase negative staphylococci. Additionally, it is the primary alternative for patients with a penicillin allergy.

Despite its widespread use and efficacy, vancomycin can cause nephrotoxicity by accumulating with renal proximal tubule cells, leading to oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and cellular apoptosis. This effect can be dose-dependent, with an increased risk at elevated concentrations > 20 mg/L or with prolonged therapy. Nephrotoxicity is a major cause of acute kidney injury, and can be linked to 60% of hospital-acquired causes.

“Vancomycin associated kidney injury often happens because we're only checking levels maybe once a day at best, twice a day in the intensive care setting,” said Stocker. “So this continuous real time monitoring with the wearable patch essentially changes that completely, because you've got this information coming every 5 minutes, so clinicians can see very quickly when vancomycin exposure is starting to get too high, and they can start adjusting the dose very early on to prevent then acute kidney injury.”

To improve on the current blood sampling practices, study investigators conducted the pilot phase trials of wearable ‘patches’ bearing electrochemical aptamer-based sensors on small, solid needles.

Overall, the patches were found to be safe and nearly pain-free, and they captured concentrations of vancomycin in the dermal interstitial fluid with 5-minute resolution over 24 hours. There was sensor degradation observed in participants, so the data primarily focuses on the first 12 hours.

Using fitting interstitial fluid and plasma concentrations to compartmental pharmacokinetic models, investigators observed distribution and clearance dynamics not currently detected with sparse sampling approaches. Additionally, when patches were placed at different sites on the body, they exhibited consistent trends.

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Stocker S, Erdal MK, Larson M, et al. Pilot phase clinical trial of a wearable, electrochemical aptamer-based patch for continuous drug concentration measurement. 

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