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Medical Dermatology

Top 6 Dermatologist-Recommended Skin Care Resolutions for the New Year

Any day is a great day to launch a new resolution for a fresh start. But tradition puts New Year’s and resolutions going hand-in-hand into a hopeful future. And we’re here for it!
As dermatologists, our thoughts naturally run...read more


Cosmetic Dermatology

A Reason to Be Thankful: Turkey Neck Treatments that Work

“Turkey neck.” It happens to us all. No matter how fresh looking you’re able to keep your face, the neck will divulge your age. As humorous author Nora Ephron put it in her book, I...read more


Medical Dermatology

Why You Need Medical Assist with a Cyst

You’re washing dishes or pouring yourself a cup of coffee when suddenly you see something on your hand that shouldn’t be there — an odd, rounded, fleshy bump. Perhaps it’s on your wrist or a knuckle. It’s too big...read more


Skin Cancer

Reconstructive Surgery After Skin Cancer Removal

Edited by Katharine Ball, MD

Here at California Skin Institute, we specialize in Mohs micrographic surgery — the gold standard for skin cancer treatment. Mohs surgery has become popular for treating skin cancer cancer in cosmetically sensitive areas...read more


Medical Dermatology

Dry Skin? Or Is It Eczema? What You Need to Know Now

October is National Eczema Month. “So, what does that have to do with me?” you may think. Well, you might be one of 30 million Americans with eczema and not even know it! Eczema, by the way, worsens if...read more


Medical Dermatology

8 Common Skin Injuries – How to Remedy Them and When to Call a Doctor

As summer draws to a close, many of us are making the most of the remaining weeks. We’re eager to squeeze in heading to a favorite California beach or biking a new trail or gathering folks for an outdoor...read more