Using light to help treat skin conditions is a common practice. Dermatologist Simon Hernandez, MD, explains how phototherapy (aka light therapy) works and why it is used compared to other skin care treatments.
Nature is beautiful and worth exploring! While you’re taking it all in, keep an eye out for these plants that are poisonous to touch or eat. Our experts explain what to do if you’re sickened.
Sunscreen lotions have been around for decades, but sunscreen sprays are becoming more popular – especially with parents of younger children. We explain which is more effective and how to best protect your skin from sun damage.
Often called ‘the mask of pregnancy’, melasma mostly happens to women and leads them to seek help from a dermatologist. Learn how to recognize melasma and how to treat it.
Menopause changes many things about a woman’s body – including her skin. Beth Lertzman, MD, explains some of the changes to look for and how to be ready for them.
Getting a new piercing is exciting. But sometimes things don’t always go as planned. See some of the most common problems with piercings – and what to do.
An autoimmune disease mainly recognized by the hardening of skin, scleroderma affects about 300,000 people in the U.S. each year. Learn more about the condition and how it is treated.
Deciding how to remove unwanted facial hair is common for women. Beth Lertzman, MD, discusses different options for hair removal.
Cheryl’s varicose veins were causing pain and swelling in her legs. After visiting the Vein Treatment Center, she was able to find the relief she needed.
There are a lot of products and medications that claim to stop or even reverse hair loss. Dr. Nana Duffy, one of our dermatologists, breaks down what to look for with these products.
Skin care routines are becoming more popular with young teenagers and even tweens. Hear from a dermatologist’s point of view about the best way to approach skin care routines.
An estimated 6 million people in the U.S. are living with alopecia, meaning they lose hair on their scalp, face, and other areas of the body. We explain how it happens.
There are many ways that family members can be a strong advocate for their loved one in a long-term care setting. We share some of them with you.
Before patients begin their first physical therapy appointment, they may have some questions. Jan Scott, PT, shares some of the most common ones she hears – and the answers she gives.
For women with breast cancer, the decision about undergoing reconstructive surgery brings many questions. One of our plastic surgery experts provides answers.
Our little ones need a lot of sleep – at least 10-12 hours each night. Kristen Bennett, MD, shares how to make that time safer.