By Joe Cari, PA-C You don’t need a dermatologist to tell you sunscreen is important. All of us hear that message constantly, and we all know that it’s one of the best ways to prevent skin cancer. I have found, however, that not everyone applies sunscreen properly. This summer, I want to share 5 sunscreen […]
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Keratosis Pilaris – Areas that look like “Chicken Skin”
Warmer weather brings short sleeve tops, so this time of year, patients increasingly ask us about keratosis pilaris (KP). KP appears as tiny bumps on the skin. Some people describe it as plucked chicken skin while others think it looks like small pimples. KP can be different colors ranging including white, red, pink, brown, black, […]
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 […]
When a melanoma does not look like a melanoma
By Dr. Renata Prado Board-certified dermatologist & fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon Every day, as a dermatologist who specializes in skin cancer, I educate my patients on the signs of the deadliest skin cancer–melanoma. Dermatologists and our patients learn to memorize the ABCDE signs of melanoma: Asymmetry Border irregularity Color variations Diameter over ¼ inch (6 […]
Women and Acne: When acne doesn’t go away
By Dr. Maria Sheron Board certified dermatologist Are you a woman with stubborn 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 and […]
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 […]
