Are you a Dermatology resident looking for answers to your burning questions from some of the top experts in our field?
Then Dermalogues is for you.
Dr Kerri Purdy puts the questions residents often ask to subject area experts from across Canada. The conversation is fun, engaging and casual but packed with helpful tips and thoughtful guidance.
And you don’t have to just listen, you can also be part of the program. Tag us on X/Twitter @CdnDermatology with your questions or with your ideas for upcoming episodes.
This podcast is a production of the Canadian Dermatology Association.
Produced by David McGuffin, ExploreProductions.ca
Cover art by Dr Noelle Wong
Theme music by Lee Rosevere
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Are you a Dermatology resident looking for answers to your burning questions from some of the top experts in our field? Then Dermalogues is for you. Dr Kerri Purdy puts the questions residents often ask to subject area experts from across Canada. The conversation is fun, engaging and casual but packed with helpful tips and thoughtful guidance. And you don’t have to just listen, you can also be part of the program. Tag us on X/Twitter @CdnDermatology with your questions or with your ideas for upcoming episodes. This podcast is a production of the Canadian Dermatology Association. Produced by David McGuffin, ExploreProductions.ca Cover art by Dr Noelle Wong Theme music by Lee Rosevere
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Recent Episodes
April 2, 2026
S7 Ep6: Pregnancy Dermatoses with Dr. Perla Lansang
Pregnancy brings major hormonal and immune changes—and the skin often reflects it. In this final episode of season 7 of Dermalogues, Kerri sits down with Dr. Perla Lansang to break down common and high-yield dermatologic conditions in pregnancy, from physiologic changes to PEP (PUPPP) and pemphigoid gestationis.They discuss how to recognize key patterns, when to biopsy, and how to treat safely—including the role of systemic therapies. The episode also emphasizes a critical takeaway: don’t undertreat pregnant patients—healthy moms are essential for healthy pregnancies.Dr. Perla Lansang is a staff dermatologist and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto, based at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. She has held leadership roles including Division Director and Director of Undergraduate Education, and is cross-appointed in pediatric dermatology at the Hospital for Sick Children as well as Obstetric Medicine at Sunnybrook. Her clinical interests include pregnancy-related dermatoses and complex medical dermatology.In this episode:* Normal vs pathologic skin changes in pregnancy* Atopic eruption, acne, and psoriasis in pregnancy* PEP vs pemphigoid gestationis: key differences* Safe treatment strategies and medication pitfalls Additional Reading:Development and multicenter international validation of a diagnostic tool to differentiate between pemphigoid gestationis and polymorphic eruption of pregnancy (https://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(23)00163-9/abstract) in the JAAD.For more on the work of the CDA, please visit dermatology.ca (dermatology.ca%C2%A0)And for more great CDA Podcasts, check out JCMS Author Interviews, hosted by Dr Kirk Barber. Dermalogues is produced David McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca (ExploreProductions.ca) with Graham McGuffin.Our theme music is by Lee Rosevere
December 19, 2025
S7 Ep5: Practical Pediatric Dermatology Pearls with Dr. Jérôme Coulombe
In this episode of Dermalogues, Dr. Kerri Purdy is joined by pediatric dermatologist Dr. Jérôme Coulombe for a practical discussion on common and high-stakes pediatric dermatology presentations.They cover how to approach the febrile child with a rash, recognizing red flags for serious infection and Kawasaki disease, and navigating viral exanthems like urticaria multiforme, EBV, adenovirus, and measles. The conversation also dives into eczema management myths, molluscum contagiosum (including a clever otoscope curettage technique), and how to think through genital lesions in children.The episode wraps with a clear, experience-based review of infantile hemangiomas, including when to treat, propranolol dosing, duration, rebound, and the role of topical timolol. Packed with practical pearls for residents and practicing clinicians alike.Dr. Jérôme Coulombe is a dermatologist with fellowship training in pediatric dermatology. He is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the Université de Montréal Faculty of Medicine and practices at CHU Sainte-Justine in Montreal.For more on the work of the CDA, please visit dermatology.ca (dermatology.ca%C2%A0)And for more great CDA Podcasts, check out JCMS Author Interviews (https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-jcms-dermatology-podcast-with-dr-kirk-barber/id1398257291), hosted by Dr Kirk Barber. Dermalogues is produced David McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca (ExploreProductions.ca)with production assistance by Graham McGuffin and Clare McGuffin.Our theme music is by Lee Rosevere
December 4, 2025
S7 Ep4: Clinical Trials with Dr. Melinda Gooderham
“Clinical trials don’t just advance medicine — they can transform your practice.”In this episode of Dermalogues, host Dr. Kerri Purdy sits down with Dr. Melinda Gooderham, Medical Director at the Skin Centre for Dermatology in Peterborough, Ontario. Together, they take a deep dive into the world of clinical research in dermatology.Dr. Gooderham shares her journey into clinical trials, how she balances a busy medical practice with research, and the many rewards — and realities — of integrating trials into clinical dermatology. They cover everything from the four phases of clinical research to practical tips on getting started, managing staff and space, and navigating ethics approvals and sponsor relationships.Whether you’re a dermatology resident curious about research or a practicing dermatologist considering trials in your own clinic, this episode offers insider insights, candid advice, and a clear look at how clinical research can enrich your practice and patient care.Dr. Melinda Gooderham is Medical Director at the Skin Centre for Dermatology in Peterborough, Ontario, a Consultant Physician at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, and Assistant Professor at Queen’s University. She is also Deputy Editor of JCMS Case Reports and one of Canada’s leading clinical trial investigators in dermatology.For more on the work of the CDA, please visit dermatology.ca (dermatology.ca%C2%A0)And for more great CDA Podcasts, check out JCMS Author Interviews, hosted by Dr Kirk Barber. Dermalogues is produced David McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca (ExploreProductions.ca)with Graham McGuffin and Clare McGuffin.Our theme music is by Lee Rosevere
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