Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world, yet it is also highly treatable when caught early. Regular skin cancer screenings are vital for maintaining your skin health, but certain signs should prompt you to schedule an appointment immediately. Here are the top signs you should watch for. American Dermatology, led by Dr.… Read More »
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes. If not detected early on, it can be life-threatening. The American Academy of Dermatology reports that around 1 in 27 men and 1 in 40 women may get melanoma at some point in their lives. One of the ways that melanoma manages to sneak past many… Read More »
Your skin works as an amazing natural barrier for your body. However, that natural barrier is under attack by UV light from the sun every day. The vast majority of skin cancers are caused by UV exposure to the skin. So what can we do about it? Well, one of the best ways to get… Read More »
There are several reasons to choose Sarasota as a place to call home, even if only for part of the year. As a sunny location, Florida, in general, attracts people who love to be outdoors. They love to be on the water or on a beach with a tasty drink in hand. Every day is… Read More »
Over these past 18 months, we’ve had far greater concerns about health and wellness than most of us have had in our lifetimes. The persistence of the novel coronavirus has us living in the day-to-day to such an extent that, even now that we have vaccines available, many people are still forgetting about the value… Read More »
Skin cancer is one of the most prevalent health concerns of our time. According to statistics, approximately 1 in 5 Americans will develop some form of skin cancer in their lifetime. What is so confounding about the high rates of skin cancer that we see today is that this disease is preventable. Part of our… Read More »
One of the things we love about caring for patients is seeing their skin transform. As much as we enjoy restoring the appearance of youthful skin after sun damage and aging have destroyed it, we also prioritize prevention and maintenance. You may realize that going into the sun without proper protection (such as sunscreen, wide… Read More »
We’re in the midst of summer, which doesn’t mean much has changed in our part of the country. It is important for Floridians to be mindful of their sun-savvy habits throughout the year. However, because the sun’s rays do seem to intensify this time of year, we want to discuss the importance of working your… Read More »
Melanoma is one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer. It usually occurs when ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun damages the DNA of certain skin cells called melanocytes, which produce pigment. Melanoma (MM) is the third most common form of skin cancer affecting almost 200,000 people a year in the US. It kills approximately… Read More »
Spots. Who has time for this common sign of aging! Throughout the years, small discolorations on the skin have been referred to as liver spots, age spots, and more. By any name, they are a cosmetic problem we could do without. They also have very little to do with age, at all, except that they… Read More »