Biologics, Myths, and Monitoring: The Evolution of Psoriasis Treatment
https://youtu.be/WUxKe5B-Dr8 Dr. Steve Feldman, a top psoriasis expert, breaks down what risks truly matter, which ones don’t, and how treatment has evolved from harsh topicals to powerful biologics. He also shares surprising findings about how patients use their medications (hint: it’s not how they think) and clears up common fears about side effects. Whether you’re […]
Curious About Hair Transplants?
Have you ever noticed more hair in the shower or that your scalp is a little more visible than you would like? Yes, I’m talking about hair loss. Just thinking about it stirs up a lot of emotion and makes people cringe at the possibility. The reality is most of us may experience hair thinning […]
Hair Today, More Tomorrow: Hair Transplants with Dr. Kopelman
https://youtu.be/7O1d7_JjNA8 Dr. Ross Kopelman, a top hair transplant surgeon, emphasizes that medical therapy should come before surgery when treating hair loss. He highlights that half of his patients are women, often great candidates for FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation), a technique that doesn’t require shaving. Kopelman explains that young men with rapid hair loss aren’t always […]
Skip the “Base Tan”!
Spring break is here, and so is the desire to get some color, especially before that beach vacation. Many people think getting a “base tan” will prevent sunburn and further damage while living it up on the beach. While that sounds reasonable, it is not true. Tanned skin is damaged skin. In other words, when […]
Rethinking Sun Protection, Part 1: Why Sunlight Might be Good for You
Dr. Katie Varman challenges conventional thinking by presenting compelling evidence that sunlight offers significant health benefits beyond vitamin D production. Check out her Clinic in sunny California, Shine Functional Dermatology.
GLP-1s for Skin Disease? Yes!
You probably recognize GLP-1s more commonly by some of the brand names like Ozempic, Wyngovy or Zepbound to name a few. GLP-1s or glucagon peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP1-RAs) are synthetic peptides that mimic the natural activity of GLP-1 in our bodies. GLP-1 is a pretty cool molecule and known for lowering blood sugar levels, suppressing […]
GLP-1s and HS: The Metabolic Connection
Dr. Michael Payette discusses innovative approaches to treating hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), with special focus on how GLP-1s are revolutionizing treatment by targeting inflammation Want to learn more? Check out the blog: GLP-1s for Skin Disease? Yes!
Don’t Flake Out Over Dry Skin
Have you ever taken your socks off and noticed the cloud of flakes that follow? Does your skin look dry or ashy at times? Well, then you’ve had xerosis. Sounds scary, huh? Well, xerosis is simply the medical term for dry skin and no need to fear, there are ways to treat it. Dry skin […]
Starting from Scratch: Treat Your Itch!
Dr. Diego Ruiz da Silva returns to dive deep into effective treatments for chronic itching, explaining why antihistamines often fall short and highlighting more successful approaches. Want to read more? Check out the blog: Don’t Flake Out Over Dry Skin
Skincare for the Vaginal Area? It’s A Thing!
Do you know what a vajacial is? Well, I didn’t until researching this blog. But my 20s something staff knew all about it. When you think skincare, most people think of their face routine or what lotion they use to moisturize their body. But what about skincare down there? Most of us probably haven’t thought […]
