Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD

1:00 The role of photodynamic therapy in the treatment of actinic keratosis

10:40 Refining photodynamic therapy protocols in real world settings

16:21 Setting treatment expectation with your patient with actinic keratosis

19:30 The role of the clinical staff in administrating PDT for actinic keratosis

22:50 Advancements in PDT protocols that have enhanced efficacy of treatment.

27:30 Practical tips for starting PDT in your clinical practice

32:25 Looking ahead into the future of PDT

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In this episode of MEDcast, expert dermatologists delve into the practical aspects of using photodynamic therapy (PDT) for treatment of actinic keratosis.  Specialists are sharing their protocols, advances in PDT delivery, tips for training clinical staff and communicating with patients.

Practical Tips for Managing Actinic Keratosis With Photodynamic Therapy in the Clinic

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Practical Tips for Managing Actinic Keratosis with Photodynamic Therapy in the Clinic

00:55 Educating your patients with actinic keratosis on progression to squamous cell carcinoma and field cancerization.

06:15 The different treatments options available for actinic keratosis.

07:42 Evidence based treatment selection in actinic keratosis; sequencing and combining therapies

10:48 Photodynamictherapy for treatment of actinic keratosis

20:30 Comparison studies on photodynamic therapy used with various used in combination with formulations of photosensitizing agent

24:10 Optimizing the use of photodynamic therapy for extremities in patients with actinic keratosis

27:50 The efficacy, safety and adherence of the different treatment modalities based in actinic keratosis

In this episode of MEDcast, expert dermatologists discuss actinic keratosis, a premalignant skin condition. They are sharing their thoughts on the importance of early diagnosis and treatment and are delving into treatment options, in particular photodynamic treatments.

Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD

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