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There is a lot that can be said of the importance of a well-planned skincare regimen. Facial cleansers rid the skin of harmful bacteria, serums provide antioxidant coverage and reduce signs of aging, and moisturizers keep the skin supple, soft, and smooth all year long. But nothing shares the importance of the single most essential […]
Skin Cancer
Pulling on the Same Oar
By David J. Archibald, MD FACS Wilbur and Orville Wright. Watson and Crick. Lennon and McCartney. Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield. History is full of examples of collaboration that have changed the world for the better. Unfortunately, the delivery of health care is often far from collaborative. Too often, the time and energy of coordinating […]
Mohs Micrographic Surgery: A 99% Cure Rate for Most Skin Cancers
Skin cancer may be an unpleasant topic to discuss. The idea of dealing with a potentially life-threatening condition is enough to steer most minds off the subject entirely. At Vanguard Skin Specialists, however, we consider it a duty to our patients and our communities to keep the topic of skin cancer at the forefront. This […]
A Mile Closer to the Sun: Why This Increases Skin Cancer Risk
While everyone on the planet – no matter their skin tone, geography, age, or gender – is at risk of developing skin cancer due to prolonged and unprotected sun exposure, we in Colorado find ourselves especially susceptible to damaging UV (ultraviolet) radiation thanks to our extra mile above sea level. According to a report published […]
Mohs Surgeons and Plastic Surgeons: Why We Work Together at Vanguard Skin Specialists
If you have been diagnosed with skin cancer, your doctor may recommend a procedure called Mohs Micrographic Surgery followed by reconstructive surgery by a plastic surgeon. Vanguard Skin Specialists is the only practice in Southern Colorado where Mohs surgeons and plastic surgeons work together in the same office to offer comprehensive treatment of skin cancer […]
Five Loaves, Two Fish, and Over a Thousand Served
By Dr. Vinh Chung Never before have our lives been so disrupted and restricted. We are constantly cautioned by experts about what we cannot do: travel, host a party, attend graduations and weddings, visit elderly loved ones, or have dinner with friends. As everyone endures this season of cannots, we must focus on what we […]
You Had a Skin Cancer. Are You Practicing Adequate Sun Protection?
By Dr. Renata Prado, Board-Certified Dermatologist and Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon For patients who had one or more skin cancers, it can be frustrating that their rigorous and diligent sun protection will not guarantee that they will never have another skin cancer. It is often disappointing to come to your regular dermatology visit and have treatment […]
