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Basal Cell Carcinoma and Sun Exposure: What is the Correlation?

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is both the most common type of skin cancer and the most common type of cancer overall. Roughly 80 percent of skin cancers are basal cell carcinomas. They develop in the basal cell layer that is the lowest layer of the epidermis. What Causes Basal Cell Carcinoma? The most common cause […]

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) — A Blue Stop Sign for Skin Cancer

It is often after a patient’s first Mohs surgery that I am asked a very important question: What can I do to prevent future skin cancer surgeries? Besides jumping into a DeLorean and convincing your adolescent self to use sunscreen and wear a hat, one of the best options for resolving much of your sun […]

Modern Vein Treatment for Women

Vein care has advanced dramatically in the last ten years. As recently as 2010, medical journals still boasted that the “gold standard of varicose vein treatment was surgical ligation and vein stripping.” In 2017, vein stripping is practically a treatment of the past. Thankfully, modern, minimally invasive vein procedures are here and are outstanding. For […]

Getting Enough Vitamin D

Skin cancer is on the rise, and millions of Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year alone. However, myths and misunderstandings are making the problem worse, as many people believe that they should sun bathe or visit tanning salons in order to protect themselves from vitamin D sufficiency. The decision to tan is […]

Basal Cell Carcinoma

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is an abnormal growth or lesion arising from the skin’s basal layer, the deepest layer of the epidermis (the outer layer of the skin). Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of skin cancer. When a person is overexposed to UVB radiation, it damages the body’s natural repair system, which […]

Treatment Options for Removing Atypical Moles

Just about everybody has at least one mole on their body. Most moles follow a typical pattern and are not considered to be dangerous. However, some moles can be identified or defined as atypical. The medical term for atypical moles is dysplastic nevi. When a mole is defined as being atypical, it means that it […]

What is Photodynamic Therapy?

Many people are looking for ways to fight back against acne, and a popular treatment option that is worth considering is photodynamic therapy. Also called PDT, this therapy involves the use of a photosensitizing medicine and blue light. The photosensitizing agent is used to make the blue light more effective against the condition that is […]

How Often Should I Receive Skin Cancer Screenings?

You stay on top of your health. You go to the doctor once a year for your annual exams. You get all the tests that are recommended at key points in your life. You watch what you eat and you exercise regularly. Although you are doing exactly what you should be doing, you might be […]

Which Medical Dermatology Service is Right for Me?

Dermatology is the branch of medicine that treats diseases of the skin, hair, and nails. It encompasses both surgical and medical aspects and treats cosmetic problems. In order to know which medical dermatology service is right for you, a diagnosis of your skin, scalp, hair or nail issues needs to be given. During a consultation […]

Benefits of Mohs Surgery for Melanoma

Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer originating in the epidermis or outer skin layer. It occurs when a type of cell called a “melanocyte” turns cancerous and grows at the expense of the cells around it. Melanoma is very dangerous because this type of cancer is more likely to metastasize, meaning the cancer […]