
SDPA Webinar: The Immunology of Common Derm Conditions
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This 1-hour session explores the immunological cells and cytokines involved in common dermatological conditions, helping attendees understand how these conditions interrelate. As a follow-up to Introduction to Immunology, participants are encouraged (but not required) to review that webinar to better grasp the terminology and concepts discussed.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will:
- After participating in this webinar, attendees should be able to understand key immunological cells involved in common derm conditions.
- After participating in this webinar, attendees should be able to understand key cytokines involved in common derm conditions.
- After participating in this webinar, attendees should be able to group common derm conditions together according to the predominant cell type (Th1-, Th2- Tc- mediated) involved in the immunopathology.
- After participating in this webinar, attendees should be able to understand genetic and environmental factors that instigate or influence pathology, and/or predispose patients to common derm conditions, where appropriate.
This activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Physician Associates Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 1 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid from October 16, 2025, to October 15, 2026. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
AAPA reference number: CME-2014443
Dr. Allison Case
Dr. Allison Case is a scientist-educator and sought after public speaker with 18 years’ experience in immunology across both academia and industry. Allison has won teaching awards in both academia and industry that reflect her passion for making immunology accessible, understandable, consumable, and relevant. Her style is casual, light hearted and approachable, making interacting with her inviting, whether from the podium or in the hallway. When she's not teaching immunology, Allison's day job is as a principle MSL at a large pharmaceutical company, but she will never outgrow her roots as an academic researcher/educator. Outside of work, Allison enjoys live music and mahjong. She lives in Dallas, TX with her husband, daughters, and dogs.
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