Acne Management in Primary Care

Learning Objectives: 

1. Describe how to differentiate acne from other dermatologic conditions by recognizing key
clinical features and ruling out common mimickers.
2. List comprehensive treatment options for acne, including topical, oral, and intralesional
therapies, along with their indications, mechanisms of action, and potential side effects.
3. Explain appropriate acne treatment selection based on severity, when dermatology referral is
warranted, and how acne impacts multiple aspects of a patient’s well-being. By effectively
managing acne, physicians implement an osteopathic approach to patient care that addresses
both the physical and psychosocial components of the disease.

Accreditation Statement

This educational presentation was developed according to the planning, design, implementation and evaluation standards of the accreditation requirements for category 1 CME sponsors of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).  The Indiana Osteopathic Association (IOA) is accredited by the AOA to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.

The AAFP has reviewed 2025 Virtual Annual Spring Update - Enduring and deemed it acceptable for up to 18.00 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 05/18/2025 to 05/17/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Grievance Policy Statement

"It is the policy of the IOA that any physician dissatisfied with the CME program will be issued a refund upon request, and no CME credits will be reported to the AOA.  Complaints on Evaluation Forms also are taken into consideration when planning future CME programs and may lead to changes in the format or content."  If you have any questions or concerns about this educational experience, you may call the IOA office at (317) 926-3009 or send an email message to info@inosteo.org.  All questions or concerns will be addressed promptly.