Women's Dermatologic Society

Finding Autonomy and Meaning through Locum Tenens: Advice from A Locums Dermatologist Special thanks to Dr. Ista Egbeto for sharing her reflections and insights on locum tenens as a dermatologist. Dr. Egbeto is a board-certified dermatologist based in Illinois. Why did you decide on locums? Dr. Egbeto: Locum tenens gives me the flexibility to serve diverse communities while continuing to grow as a dermatologist. Moving between different practice settings challenges me clinically and brings fresh insight to my home practice. As a mom of two young children, locums allows me to maintain a career I love while still creating space for my family. I can choose assignments that fit my schedule and support a healthy work-life balance. Most importantly, locums lets me show up where dermatologic care is needed most. Filling those gaps, even briefly, keeps me connected to service, compassion, and the heart of why I chose this field.   Now that you have been doing this for several mon...

 Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Updates in Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer By: Lauryn R. Reid, MD Non-melanoma skin cancer is the most common type of malignancy worldwide. 1 Exciting recent advancements in the field of non-melanoma skin cancer range from new prevention recommendations to treatment modalities. Let’s get into the details. Prevention Primary prevention of skin cancer is the ultimate goal for patients and dermatologists alike. In November 2025, congress passed the Safe Sunscreen Standards Act. This act permits the Food and Drug Administration to accelerate the approval process for active ingredients in sunscreen. The FDA last approved new ingredients in sunscreen over 26 years ago, 2 placing the United States behind other countries who have continuously modernized UV filters. Recently the FDA proposed bemotrizinol for usage in sunscreen in concentrations up to 6%. Bemotrizinol has properties capable of higher UVA and UVB absorption than traditional active ingredients with...