Addressing the Gut-Skin Axis: A Root Cause Approach to Chronic Skin Conditions

In this episode of New Frontiers, Dr. Kara Fitzgerald sits down with Dr. Valerie Gershenhorn, a leading expert in functional dermatology and a Clinical Team Member for Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory, to explore the profound impact of the gut-skin axis and autonomic nervous system on chronic skin conditions like acne, eczema, and more. Dr. Gershenhorn shares her comprehensive approach, including the use of functional testing, targeted nutrition, and specific supplements to address the root causes of skin issues. Clinicians will gain valuable insights into how gut health influences skin conditions and practical strategies for discovering imbalances with GI-MAP testing, and how to correct these findings in clinical practice. This episode is a must-listen for those looking to deepen their understanding of the connection between gut and skin health. ~DrKF </p> <p>Check out the show notes at <a href="https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/fxmed-podcast/" target="_blank">https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/fxmed-podcast/</a> for the full list of links and resources.</p> </div> <h2>GUEST DETAILS</h2> Valerie Gershenhorn, DO, is a Clinical Team Member for Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory. She attended the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she graduated in the top 5% of her class. Dr. Gershenhorn then went on to complete an internal medicine residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel in New York where she became chief resident. After staying on for a chief residency year, Dr. Gershenhorn earned board certification in internal medicine. Dr. Gershenhorn completed her dermatology residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital and earned board certification in dermatology. She has been practicing dermatology since 2006. Dr. Gershenhorn feels aligned with integrative dermatology because she believes that the skin is a “check engine light” for what is happening within the body.</p> <p>WellEnci </href="https://wellenci.org/about-us/" target="_blank">https://wellenci.org/about-us </a></p> </div> <p>Email </href="email" target="_blank">[email protected]/ </a></p> </div> <h2>THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR</h2> <p><strong>Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/2IEhVrS" target="_blank">Website</a></p> </div> <p>New Frontiers Listeners, elevate your patient care - download the GI-MAP Gut Skin Handout. <a href="https://tinyurl.com/5dedxavw">https://tinyurl.com/5dedxavw</a> </p> </div></p> <h2>SHOW NOTES</h2> <span>GI-MAP by DSL</span> <a href="https://bit.ly/2IEhVrS" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2IEhVrS</a><br> <span>GI-MAP Sample Report</span> <a href="https://tinyurl.com/3jxa9d8z" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/3jxa9d8z</a><br> <span>OAp - Organic Acids Profile</span> <a href="https://tinyurl.com/463ny5r2" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/463ny5r2</a><br> <span>OAp - Sample Report</span> <a href="https://tinyurl.com/3puz5u9e" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/3puz5u9e</a><br> <span>Study: High levels of Helicobacter pylori antigens and antibodies in patients with severe acne vulgaris</span> <a href="https://tinyurl.com/wmhnwvpu" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/wmhnwvpu</a><br> <span>Dr. Julie Greenberg</span> <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4tjcsb8n" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/4tjcsb8n</a><br> <span>Study: Filaggrin and beyond… (Includes filaggrin schematic)</span> <a href="https://tinyurl.com/mudfumuv" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/mudfumuv</a><br> <div class="section"> <h2>CONNECT WITH DrKF on:</h2> <div class="social-links"> <p>YouTube: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/hjpc8daz" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/hjpc8daz</a></p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drkarafitzgerald/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/drkarafitzgerald/