Mary Spellman

Connetics Corp. develops and commercializes dermatology products. The firm offers remedies for psoriasis in adults, eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, and acne. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA.

Menlo Therapeutics Inc. operates as biopharmaceutical company which is focused on the development and commercialization of serlopitant for the treatment of pruritus, or itch, associated with dermatologic conditions such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and prurigo nodularis. The company was founded by Ed F. Schnipper in October, 2011 and is headquartered in Bridgewater, CA.

IDEC Pharmaceuticals Corp. used to develop and commercialize targeted immunotherapies for the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases. The company’s products used to act chiefly through immune system mechanisms, exerting their effect by binding to specific, readily targeted immune cells in the patient’s blood or lymphatic system. The company was headquartered in San Diego, CA.

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp. develops, manufactures, and markets prescription drugs. It manufactures and markets prescription drugs used to treat a number of diseases and conditions including cardiovascular, dermatological, central nervous system, bone disease, cancer, organ transplantation, psychiatry, infectious disease, and respiratory. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in East Hanover, NJ.

American Academy of Dermatology is the largest and most influential dermatology group in the United States. The private company is based in the United States and has subsidiaries in various locations. The American company provides resources on membership, education, practice management, publications, and clinical care for dermatologists. The company also offers information for patients and the public on skin, hair, and nail conditions. Elizabeth Usher has been the CEO of the company since 2019.