I Thought Isotretinoin was Bad?! The Acne Playbook with Dr.Jaggi Rao

About Dr.Jaggi Rao, MD, FRCPC  

Dermatologist  | Edmonton

Dr. Jaggi Rao is a double board certified dermatologist (Canada and USA) and a certified cosmetic surgeon. He completed his  dermatology training at the University of Alberta, followed by an accredited fellowship with the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery in Southern California. Dr. Rao is a full Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Alberta. 

Dr. Rao has won several accolades for research and teaching, including the Canadian Dermatology Association’s Teacher of the Year Award.

In 2011, he was the recipient of Avenue Magazine’s Top 40 under 40 Award. He has authored over 50 scientific papers and textbook chapters, and has been an invited speaker for over 500 lectures worldwide to physicians, other professionals, and the general public.

Dr. Rao continues to lend his expertise to various organizations. He sits on the board of directors for CAAM( Canadian Association of Aesthetics  Medicine) and acts as a consultant to the government (such as the Canadian Standards Association), laser and pharmaceutical industry, and professional sports teams.

 

Learning Objectives 

• Discuss appropriate  strategies for managing  patients with moderate to severe acne and associated psychosocial sequelae  
• Understand  practical real world clinical  implications and key monitoring considerations for managing  severe  inflammatory acne with various formulations of isotretinoin
• Implement strategies to improve multidisciplinary care coordination between primary care providers and specialty care providers and address the needs of patients with acne

Supported by an IME grant from Cipher Pharmaceuticals. 

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