As the RAPIDS conference approaches, attendees are eagerly anticipating an exciting new series that will dive deep into the cutting-edge science of immunodermatology. We are thrilled to introduce the Gut-Skin Connection, a two-part series led by two experts in the field, Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C, and Kimberly Orleck, PA-C. This series will explore the intricate relationship between gut health and dermatological conditions, offering valuable insights that will shape the future of patient care. These are just two of the many cross-therapeutic lectures you can expect at the 2025 RAPIDS conference!
What is the Gut-Skin Connection?
The Gut-Skin Connection refers to the fascinating and emerging understanding that our gut microbiome—home to trillions of bacteria, viruses, and fungi—plays a crucial role in our skin's health. From autoimmune disorders to inflammatory skin conditions, the state of our gut can have profound effects on dermatological outcomes. Recent research has highlighted the interplay between gut health, inflammation, and the skin’s immune responses, and this overlap makes it an essential area of focus for many types of healthcare specialties.
The RAPIDS conference’s two-part series on this topic will help attendees understand how disruptions in gut health, including dysbiosis (an imbalance in the gut microbiome), can influence skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, acne and so much more!
Why Attend the Gut-Skin Connection Series?
For healthcare professionals, staying up-to-date on the latest trends and research in immunodermatology is essential. The Gut-Skin Connection series is designed to provide both theoretical and practical knowledge that can be applied directly to clinical practice.
This series focuses on a holistic approach to patient care and emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary strategy that includes collaboration between dermatologists, gastroenterologists, and any healthcare practitioners involved in managing patients with chronic inflammatory disease!
Georgia Epp-Worth, MPAS, PA-C, is a derm PA with a diverse background that fuels her many interests. She loves spending time hiking in the mountains or sharing a bottle of wine with good friends.