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Dealing with Rosacea

Reviewed by Azita Simoni, MD

Over the years, California Skin Institute practitioners have helped many patients suffering from rosacea. With millions of Americans affected by this condition, it’s surprising that rosacea doesn’t get more media coverage. Perhaps one...read more

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Getting To Know Your Moles

Edited by Julia Kwan, MD

You probably have at least a mole or two, but do you really know much about what they are, and if you should be concerned?

Moles (sometimes called nevi) are normal skin growths. They can...read more

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Are You Doing Enough to Protect Yourself Against Skin Cancer?

Edited by Jack Sharkey, PA-C, MMS

California Skin Institute has helped countless patients effectively treat skin cancer, from basal cell carcinoma to aggressive forms of deadly melanoma. Though our doors are always open to patients dealing with skin cancer,...read more

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How Stress Impacts Your Skin and What You Can Do About It

Reviewed by Javier Molina-Duran, PA-C

Stress even during normal times can take a toll on your skin. But during extraordinary times such as these, it is even more likely that the stress you are feeling can...read more

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How Wildfire Smoke Can Affect Your Skin and What To Do About It

Our California skies may be clearing from the recent regional fires but microscopic particles from wildfire smoke can linger in the atmosphere for days, weeks or even months. The harmful effects of smoke-polluted air on cardiovascular and respiratory health...read more

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Do’s and Don’ts of Skin Healing After Stitches

Reviewed By Rebecca Chen, MD

Whether it’s from surgery or a mishap, at some point, you may need stitches aka sutures. When you do, you can count on your board-certified California Skin Institute dermatologist to provide you with...read more