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ASDS Honors the Legacy of Dr. Alastair Carruthers

The Dermatology Digest

Alastair Carruthers, FRCPC, a pioneering physician and esteemed member of the medical community whose contributions left an indelible mark on the field of dermatology, has passed away, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) announced. In 1987, the couple shared medical office space.

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New Study Quantifies High Costs Incurred by Vitiligo Patients

The Dermatology Digest

For this retrospective cohort analysis, the Merative MarketScan Commercial Database, healthcare costs, and health care resource utilization (HCRU) were evaluated for 49,512 patients with vitiligo compared to 99,024 people without vitiligo in the US between January 2007 and December 2021. medical equipment and home healthcare).

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From Facials to Entrepreneurship: The Story Behind The New Age Spa Institute

New Age Spa Institute

This includes the fact that The New Age Spa Institute was opened in 2007. Balancing a full-time high school education with an intensive Nail Technology Program, which included learning medical and dermatology terminology and working with dermatology doctors during countless clinical hours, was challenging.

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Online skin cancer screening: How it works and what to expect

First Derm

Skin cancer is a major medical concern because of its high prevalence. 3 There are numerous risk factors, including exposure to ultraviolet radiation, immune suppression, fair skin, ethnicity, medication and genetic predisposition. People living in rural areas without proper medical care can seek medical opinions via online platforms.

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The Brand Used in This Spa’s #1, Most-Booked Treatment

Lipgloss and Aftershave

She became a licensed esthetician in 2002 from Pivot Point International School of Esthetics and started her career working at Michael Anthony Salon/Spa in Chicago before returning to Wisconsin in 2007. Laura opened Sparkle Spa in 2011 in Wauwatosa and moved it to its current location at the Elm Grove Park and Shop in 2014.

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Verruca Vulgaris (Common Warts)

First Derm

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How to Activate Stem Cells Naturally 2023

Aesthetics Advisor

Avoid Harmful Medications Medications, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs ), antibiotics, corticosteroids, and immune-suppressants, can be harmful to your body. While in certain cases, medications may be appropriate or necessary, in most situations, there are usually better solutions.

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