PeDRA 2023 – Atlanta (USA)
Together with Naevus Global, we participated in the PeDRA (Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance) conference in Atlanta (USA) from November 9 – 11, 2023. The Executive Director Dr. Mike Siegel invited us. PeDRA paid part of our travel costs and we were able to participate for free in the conference of almost 400 participants from various […]
Blog Katie Allen December 2023
Happy Holidays from Canada. One question I often get asked by patients and families is about tattoos. I have multiple tattoos, including a couple on top of my marks. Like many people with vascular concerns, I had doctors discourage me from getting tattoos earlier in my life. However, as I got older, I faced the […]
Skin at school
Skin complaints are often underestimated, while research shows that the quality of life of people with chronic conditions decreases and that the impact of bullying on children with skin conditions is huge. Lack of basic knowledge about the skin is a major factor in this. The Dutch Society for Dermatology and Venereology has noticed that […]
Laser in dermatology: past, present and future
The rise of the laser in dermatology brought about a true revolution in the treatment of various skin conditions. Laser technologies have paved the way for both cosmetic and medical applications, providing dermatologists with a range of effective and safe treatment options. In this article we describe in a nutshell the history, contemporary applications and […]
Prof. Dr. Beth Drolet (USA) – Medical advisor
Prof. Dr. Drolet brings forth a wealth of experience spanning three decades in academic medicine leadership. Her career path includes pivotal roles such as Chief of the Division of Pediatric Dermatology, Medical Director of the Vascular Anomalies Center, Clinical Vice President of Ambulatory Services, and Chief Experience Officer at the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. In […]
Important news about sirolimus
In a groundbreaking development, the interim analysis of the large multicenter Phase III VASE (Vascular Anomaly-Sirolimus Europe) trial, using sirolimus (Rapamune from Pfizer), to address slow-flow vascular malformations has been published in JCI Insight. This marks a significant milestone in the ongoing study and provides insight into the potential efficacy of this treatment. Read more
Dermatology from a broader view: mind-body connection
Mind-body connection is a term that describes a connection between the mental layer and the body and in the case of a skin disease, the skin. Mind-body techniques is a heterogeneous group of techniques that induces changes in the mental layer through training or exercises in order to literally or figuratively experience relief from physical […]
Christmas and New Year Wish 2024
The board of our CMTC-OVM organization wishes everyone a wonderful Christmas and a healthy and prosperous 2024! Hope to see you (again)!
Tattoo complications
The popularity of tattoos and permanent make-up is increasing worldwide. Unfortunately, 6 to 8% of tattooed people experience chronic tattoo complications. These complications range from infections and allergic reactions to autoimmune diseases such as sarcoidosis. Read more
