The purpose of this form is to obtain your consent for a telehealth visit with dermatology providers (“Provider”) at Vanguard Skin Specialists. The purpose of this visit is to help in the care of your skin problem. How Telehealth Works. In a telehealth visit, you will interact in real time with your Provider via secure, […]
Archives for March 2020
Seeing your dermatologist or plastic surgeon during coronavirus
Welcome to the Vanguard Skin Specialists. You’re going to notice some changes in our dermatology and plastic surgery practice during coronavirus. We’re the same people, but we’re making the changes needed to keep you safe. High priority visits and surgeries At this time, we are only seeing essential, urgent, and high acuity conditions in office […]
Introducing Vanguard Virtual Visits
We’ve always committed to taking care of you, and now you can see us from your home. We introduce Vanguard Virtual Visits. You can schedule a dermatology appointment to see us via Zoom Healthcare. How does a Virtual Visit work? You can call Vanguard to schedule your appointment. We will send you forms to complete […]
Adult Acne and Women: When acne doesn’t go away
By Dr. Maria Sheron Board certified dermatologist Are you a woman with stubborn adult acne despite treatment with topical medications and antibiotics? Do you still have acne after your teens or later in life? Hormonal therapy may help. Hormonal acne may flare around menstrual periods and/or develops in a pattern that favors the jawline […]
Keeping Our Patients Safe – Who should delay seeing a doctor during coronavirus?
We care about you, so out of concern, we ask our most vulnerable patients to remain at home. The CDC recommends that patients who are at higher risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) complications should postpone all non-urgent physician visits. If you are in any of the following categories, please postpone routine visits with us until June: […]
Protecting Your Health: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Protocol
To Our Vanguard Patients, We want to assure you that Vanguard Skin Specialists is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our patients and team members. Providing a clean environment has always been a priority. We are taking additional measures to provide a safe, sanitary environment to protect against coronavirus (COVID-19). We […]
Breast Cancer and Increased Melanoma Risk – What you need to know if you’ve had breast cancer
By Jennifer Garrick, FNP-BC DCNP As a long-time nurse in the hospital and later in private practice, I have taken care of many patients dealing with breast cancer. Seeing their journeys, heroism, and strength have made me a better Nurse Practitioner. So I share my medical advice here to help those who have had breast […]