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By Brayden Healey, DO A skin cancer diagnosis can be understandably disconcerting. Be it your first or fifth skin cancer, angst can be significant. Along with concerns about cure rates, recurrence rates, and the potential for metastasis or other medical complications, the uncertainty surrounding aesthetic outcomes can be equally troubling. While Mohs surgery is the […]
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Why do I have acne? What am I doing wrong?
By Janette Fant, FNP-C Zits, pimples, blemishes, acne. No matter how you phrase it, these nasty little eruptions can ruin our days, weeks, and sometimes even years. A common misconception is that people who have acne must be doing something wrong to cause it. In some cases, this can be true, but in most cases, […]
Give Thanks 15×15 (2024) Award Winners
Announcing Give Thanks 15×15 winners! Vanguard Skin Specialists and clara by Vanguard are pleased to honor the following charities for making a difference in our community! This post was updated 11/15 with our final list of 2024 winners. Applications for 2025 will open early spring of that year. Third Round Winners: (Announced November 2024) Since 1993, the […]
The Difference Between Neurotoxins and Dermal Fillers
By Victoria Moss, MD Interested in a little refresh but don’t know where to start? Heard about the magical effects of dermal fillers and neurotoxins but not sure which treatment you need? We will dive into the basics of these treatments below. How Neurotoxins Work Neurotoxins have been used safely for many years to soften […]
Transforming Work into Impact
By Madison Boyle, Vanguard Team Member Vanguard Skin Specialists celebrates its 15th anniversary this year, an exciting milestone in providing exceptional dermatological care since 2009. Our journey has been defined by treating patients like family, which is only made possible by the outstanding individuals who make up our team. Finding Purpose at Work Brene Brown […]
Mastering Your Skincare Routine: The Perfect Order for Optimal Results
Achieving healthy skin hinges on your skincare routine. Yet, navigating through a sea of promising products can be overwhelming. Adding to the complexity is knowing how and when to apply your skincare for optimal results. Here is a guide to streamline your skincare routine and kickstart your journey to healthy skin. Skin Care Step One: […]
I Lost My Uncle “Scooby” to Merkel Cell Carcinoma – Emily’s Story
By Emily Reynolds, FNP-BC In September 2023, I lost my uncle to skin cancer. My uncle “Scooby” was 80 years old. He had been an outdoorsman, athletic and a lover of all things Colorado since he moved to the Vail Valley in the 1970s. He grew up in upstate New York where he learned to […]
