Hidden in Plain Sight: Spotting Hidradenitis Suppurativa in Primary Care
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Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic, underrecognized skin disease that profoundly impacts patients’ physical, emotional, and social well-being. Primary care providers are often the first point of contact, yet many patients experience years of misdiagnosis and delayed treatment. In this session, Dermatology NP Dr. Patricia Delgado will highlight practical strategies for identifying HS early, distinguishing it from common differentials, and initiating evidence-based management. Attendees will leave with tools to improve timely recognition, patient counseling, and collaborative care, helping to change the trajectory of this often-debilitating condition.
*Due to rapidly changing clinical knowledge, once purchased, you have 90 days access to complete this education.
Credits: 1.5 Contact Hours; 0.75 are Pharmacology
This activity is designated for 1.5 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid from 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026 . PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Expiration Date: December 31, 2026
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After taking part in this educational activity, participants should be better able to:
-As a result of this activity, the learner will be able to: Identify three differential diagnoses for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS).
-As a result of this activity, the learner will be able to: List two imperative questions to ask patients when they present with possible HS.
-As a result of this activity, the learner will be able to: Develop a care plan for a newly diagnosed patient with HS of varying severity that includes lifestyle modifications, medications, and referrals.
Patricia Delgado
DNP, AGPCNP, DCNP, PMHNP
Dr. Patricia Delgado is a board-certified nurse practitioner with over nine years of dermatology experience and a background in critical care. She has practiced across medical, surgical, and aesthetic dermatology and now leads her own wellness-focused practice, where she blends medical skincare, weight management, and a whole-person approach to care. Her work bridges dermatology and mental health, with a special interest in psychodermatology and trauma-informed care. She is also a lead facilitator in clinical trials exploring innovative treatments at the intersection of mind and body. Dr. Delgado is the founder of Sunrise NPPA Derm Inc., a nonprofit organization committed to inspiring and uniting advanced practice providers through education, collaboration, and advocacy. She is a frequent speaker, mentor, and champion for those looking to enter or grow within the field of dermatology. When not working, she enjoys dancing, diving, good books, and great food with her husband and their beloved fur child.
CE/CME INFORMATION
Obtain Your Credits
To earn credits for this activity, navigate to the Content(s) tab and complete all course components in the following order: 1) watch the course presentation video; 2) complete the course evaluation; 3) pass the post-test with a score of 2/3 (66.7%) or higher. You may retake the post-test until a passing score is achieved, at which point you will be able to view/print a copy of your certificate of completion. This online certificate will also be saved within your profile 'My Courses/Certificates' -> 'Transcript/Certificates Earned' for future access.
Designation Statement
NPACE designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.5 contact hours, of which 0.75 is pharmacology credit. Participants should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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 1.5 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid from 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026 . PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Accreditation Statement
Nurse Practitioner Associates for Continuing Education is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
DISCLOSURES
Faculty
Contributing faculty, Patricia Delgado DNP, AGPCNP, DCNP, PMHNP has disclosed no relevant financial relationship.
Planners
All planners and contributors involved in this educational activity have disclosed no relevant financial relationships.
Disclaimer
The material presented in this continuing education program is being made available for educational purposes only and is not intended to represent the best or only methods, medications and/or guidelines appropriate for the medical situation discussed. Rather the material is intended to present an approach, view, statement, or opinion of the presenter(s), which may be helpful, or of interest to other practitioners and should not be used by clinicians without the evaluation of their patient’s conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities. NPACE disclaims any liability, loss, injury, or damage incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any information given in a presentation.
Disclosure of Unlabeled Use
This educational activity may mention the uses of products that are not approved by the FDA for the indication(s) being discussed. The presenter(s) are instructed to notify participants when they are discussing unapproved uses or investigational agents. The opinions related to unapproved uses of products are solely those of the presenter(s) and are not endorsed or recommended by NPACE. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications, and warnings.
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