As a dermatologist who specializes in skin cancer, I’ve been trained to spot abnormal lesions. Like a well-trained bomb-sniffing dog, it’s difficult for me to turn off this function. As a rule, I keep to myself in public, and my role as a dermatologist is nearly always performed within the clinical setting of Vanguard Skin […]
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10 Tips for a Great Visit to the Dermatologist
At Vanguard Skin Specialists, we want to make sure you have a great dermatology visit with us. Our dermatologists and advanced practitioners are here to serve you, and we have some tips on how to make sure you get the most from your visit. 1. Tell the scheduler what dermatology concern you have. Our scheduling […]
Melanoma Can Affect Anyone—A Vanguard Patient Story
By Rachel Frederickson, PA-C In the fall of 2021, I met with a patient named Anne (not real name) for a rash on her arms. Towards the end of her appointment, she mentioned that she had some moles on her trunk that were irritated by her clothing. We scheduled a follow-up visit to remove those […]
Dishes, Toilets and Surgeries: A Father’s Day Story By Dr. Vinh Chung
Photo caption: When I graduated Harvard Medical School, I put my cap and gown on my father, because my medical degree was only possible because of his sacrifice. My father’s greatest professional ambition for me was that I could avoid a career of manual labor. He told me to study hard, so that I could […]
Vitamin D and Sun Protection – Can You Have the Best of Both Worlds?
By Dr. Renata Prado Board-Certified Dermatologist and Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon I am frequently asked about vitamin D and my thoughts on the risk of deficiency with our recommended sun protection. We all agree on the importance of vitamin D. It is known to play many important roles in our body, such as calcium and phosphorus […]
How to Find the Best Dermatologist in Colorado
If you are in Colorado and are looking for the best dermatologist in the area, there are plenty to choose from – but how do you know who to turn to? Why see a board-certified dermatologist? A dermatologist specializes in treating the hair, skin, and nails. When looking for the right dermatologist or the best […]