I am happy to announce that on November 4, I will be discussing these topics with members ofThe Transition Network, NYC Chapter. There are 3 Pillars of Improving your Appearance with Cosmetic Dermatology: 1. Skin Care 2. Improving skin quality and texture 3. Volumizing and contouring with fillers and toxins 1. Skin Care: Skin care […]
Minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures have become the convenient go-to treatments for those wishing to combat signs of aging with minimally invasive, non-surgical options. In its most recent statistics, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported a clear spike in minimally-invasive procedures, stating that in 2014 “facial rejuvenation procedures experienced the most growth.” Of 13.9 million minimally-invasive […]
Summer is here! Hello sunshine and warm weather. With summer in full swing, you’re probably spending a great deal of quality time outdoors, running, biking, hikingor hangouts on the beach. Spending more time in the hot sun can wreak havoc on your skin, even damaging your skin. This summer, fight back against the sun’s harmful […]
Eczema, or Atopic Dermatitis, is a rash that can appear anywhere on the body. It is itchy, red, dry, and, depending on where it appears, often very embarrassing. It is very common among children, and though it frequently abates with age, it is also common among adults, regardless of whether or not they suffered as […]
Rosacea can cause physical and emotional harm. Whether it’s pimples and breakouts, or redness and irritation, patients suffer from many symptoms that may wax and wane and get worse over time. But there is hope. Listed below are the top 5 ways to manage rosace based on my experience of treating thousands of patients with […]
There is a lot of misinformation regarding skin cancer on the internet. This article, by renowned NYC dermatologist and dermatopathologist Dr. Gary Goldenberg, will help you separate fact from fiction, and will provide professional insight into what skin cancer is and is not. Skin Cancer Myth #1: Skin cancer is minor and always curable. Skin […]
Good news for those that suffer from psoriasis – a chronic, inflammatory genetic immune condition. A new biologic COSENTYX was just approved by the FDA for the treatment of moderate to severe psoriasis. This medication works by blocking a specific component of the immune system called IL-17. By doing so, the drug decreases inflammation caused […]
Skin cancer is a real epidemic. The number of cases keeps climbing. Younger and younger patients are getting skin cancer, likely to tanning bed exposure. And there is a shortage of dermatologists in US to take care of this growing problem. Which is why it is so important for patients to be pro-active and perform […]
The fastest growing population of acne is in adult females. Some think this is hormonally mediated. Others point to food and lifestyle. In reality, hormones are probably involved most commonly. A study that we published this year showed clear association of acne flares with menstrual cycles in women we surveyed. The good news is that […]
Psoriasis is a chronic, genetic condition for which there is no cure. Patients with psoriasis suffer from thick, silvery skin lesions that may get red, scale and become very itchy. About a third of the patients also suffer from psoriasis arthritis – a type of joint disease than can destroy joints over time if not […]
