Targeted immunology discovery and therapeutic advancements are coming to the dermatology market at a breakneck speed. There is natural educational delay that occurs with the time it takes to bring text books and other teaching platforms in alignment with scientific discovery and therapeutic approval. The gap increases risk for a decrease in utilization with more complex therapies, even when warranted. Hear how to bridge this gap with reviewing drug and biologic package inserts, post marketing data, basic immunology, appropriate use, and management of adverse events. The basics of this lecture can applied to any specialty.

Melodie S. Young, MSN A/GNP-c; Investigator, Modern Research Associates, PLLC; Dallas TX, Nurse Practitioner, Mindful Dermatology, PLLC; Dallas TX and Adjunct Clinical Instructor, School of Nursing, University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington TX