Patient Buzz

Patient Buzz Series | “Skin Streaming”: Building a Simple Skincare Routine
skin streamingTikTok is known as a hub for skincare advice – good and bad – and the latest trend has dermatologists in agreement. “Skin streaming” means reducing a skincare routine to the essentials. It’s a backlash against complex routines that can be costly and time consuming. HuffPost explained the trend while The New York Times answered a reader’s question about the basics of caring for the face …
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Patient Buzz: Rare Pediatric Skin Conditions | The Expert Weighs In
pediatric skin conditionsParade and other media outlets recently covered the story of actress Mandy Moore's son, who was diagnosed with Gianotti-Crosti syndrome. What should dermatology clinicians know about Gianotti-Crosti syndrome and other rare pediatric skin conditions? What should dermatology clinicians do when they are unsure of how to diagnose a pediatric skin condition?  For expert advice, I reached out to …
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Patient Buzz Series: At-Home Skincare Devices
skincare devicesAt-home skincare devices are now widely available to consumers, from handheld light wands for acne and wrinkles to laser hair removal devices. While no at-home device can fully mimic the benefits of in-office treatments, dermatologists spoke with Everyday Health and HuffPost about which at-home devices are worth consideration. Dermatologist Dr. Rachel Westbay told HuffPost that consumers can us …
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Patient Buzz: World’s Smallest Skin Cancer | The Expert Weighs In
skin cancerABC News and other media outlets recently covered the story of the World's Smallest Skin Cancer – diagnosed by a team at Oregon Health & Science University and noted by Guinness World Records. How is technology changing melanoma detection? What’s the future? For expert advice, I reached out to Mohs surgeon Anthony Rossi, MD, assistant attending dermatologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering …
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Patient Buzz Series: Why and How You Should Clean Your Shower Head
shower headA dermatologist is behind the latest TikTok trend making news in the consumer press. Dr. Scott Walker posted about the importance of regularly cleaning your shower head, and the post received coverage by Yahoo’s In The Know. Dr. Walker recommends monthly cleaning to rid the shower head of dirt and bacteria that can become airborne during a shower. Dr. Walker says the bacteria is linked to skin d …
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