Efudex vs. Cryosurgery: Timing is EverythingNumbers aren’t my thing. Some are more irritating than others. I lost count years ago as to the number of visits I have had with my dermatologist, and I never...reactionscomments
Getting Through a Bad Week After Mohs SurgeryI have had so many Mohs surgeries that, while for the first couple I was nervous, I mostly view them as an inconvenience keeping me from tennis, running, and yoga...reactions3comments
Lifestyle Choices and Skin CancerI grew up lying in the sun, eating cupcakes, and breathing in cigarette smoke, not a great combination. These were poor choices. Refer to nearly every other article I have...reactions1comment
Reflections on a Bad IdeaDid you ever do anything when you were younger that you now look back on and say to yourself, WHAT WAS I THINKING? I can remember more than a few...reactionscomments
A Walk in the Park: My Stage 4 Melanoma JourneyOn Saturday, August 5th, my wife and I participated in our fifth annual Miles for Melanoma 5K held in Memphis, Tennessee. I say participated because I no longer run in...reactions2comments
When People Don't Seem to ListenI’m not going to name names, but not so long ago one of my family members came back from an outing with a bad sunburn. This human was not just...reactionscomments
Smells Like Tanning Addiction to MeTan legs to your left. Golden brown arms to your right. Whether you’re standing in line at the grocery store or walking through a theme park with your family, you...reactionscomments
Do This, Not ThatWhen it comes to skin cancer, there are a few things you can do to make yourself less at risk. These are things that not only allow you to still...reactionscomments
Skin Check Checklist: The Hidden SpotsEven a good dermatologist or PA might forget some key spots! You can always be an advocate for yourself at the derm, and make sure you get all your spots...reactions3comments
Dermatologic Care for LGBTQ+ PatientsProviding adequate and sensitive care to diverse individuals is crucial in every medical specialty, including dermatology. LGBT patients may face certain dermatologic issues that are particularly relevant, and it’s important...reactionscomments
When the Bathroom is an Unsafe Place for Your SkinWe all talk about the dangers posed by the sun, but a dangerous place away from the sun, that is not usually mentioned in skin safety literature, is…drumroll…the bathroom. You...reactionscomments
Sunburn and Sunscreen Myths....Don't Fall For Them!I had someone ask me a great question the other day. She mentioned that she had just gotten a spray tan to help protect her from sunburn, since she was...reactions2comments
Guided MeditationMeditation has been shown to have multiple benefits on a person’s health, both physical and emotional. Regular meditation can help relieve pain, increase positive emotions, and improve memory and concentration...reactionscomments
Sports and SPF Clothing: Too Darn HotOn a hot sunny day, getting dressed for tennis is like getting dressed for a snowstorm: I cover almost every area except for my face. When we were doing drills...reactions2comments
Sunscreen Ingredients, Are They Safe?Is sunscreen safe? That’s a great question. A recent article on this site updated Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations for over the counter (OTC) sunscreens. I suggest that you...reactions5comments
That Friend...You Know the OneWe all have that one friend. No, not the quirky one. I’m not talking about the moody one either. You know the one--that friend who keeps you in check and...reactionscomments
Bruise, or Nail Melanoma?You’ve probably heard of melanoma. But have you heard of subungual melanoma, otherwise known as nail melanoma? Nail melanoma is relatively rare compared to other skin cancers, but it can...reactionscomments
Vacations and Skin CancerI was born across the street from Newport Beach, California at Hoag Memorial Hospital on Pacific Coast Highway. If there ever was a “Beach Baby,” I was it. I grew...reactionscomments
After Skin Cancer, Not Always Feeling So PrettyI’m a little what some would call “over the hill,” but still I feel pretty good about myself. I feel pretty good that I have a nice boyfriend, but sometimes...reactions3comments
Summertime, Sunburn-Time....What Now?Ahh, summertime. The glorious time between Memorial Day and Labor Day marked by summer vacations. Pool days. Lazy days at the lake. The 4th of July holiday, which if we...reactionscomments
