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Caring4Dermatology Highlights

Considering a Plastic Surgery Procedure?

Use our guide to explore the various types of procedures that can be used to change, restore, or enhance your appearance and find out what to expect.Learn more...

Skin Glossary

Find quick and easy-to-understand definitions for dozens of skin disorders, dermatological treatments, and other related terms.Learn more...

Latest Dermatology News
Heart disease increases with psoriatic arthritis

July 1, 2009 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Patients with psoriatic arthritis have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, according to findings published in the Annals of Rheumatic Diseases.

Psoriasis linked to strokes and death

June 16, 2009 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People with psoriasis, a common scaly skin condition, are at increased risk for strokes, heart disease, and circulatory problems in the legs, new research shows.

Chemotherapy drug may treat skin conditions

June 15, 2009 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A cream version of an intravenous drug used to treat colon cancers and other tumors can be used to fight the skin damage caused by years of sun exposure, according to a new report.

Americans wait weeks for routine doctor visit

May 14, 2009 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Many Americans who need to see a family physician or specialist may have to wait weeks or even months for an appointment, a new survey suggests.

Psoriasis linked to diabetes, hypertension

April 20, 2009 — CHICAGO (Reuters) - Women with psoriasis run a higher risk of diabetes and high blood pressure, perhaps because of the underlying inflammation that causes the skin condition, researchers said on Monday.

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Meet Our Medical Advisors

Arthur L. Weaver, M.D., M.S., F.A.C.P., M.A.C.R.
Clinical Professor of Medicine
University of Nebraska Medical Center


Sergio Schwartzman, MD,
Franchellie M. Cadwell Associate Professor of Medicine,
Weill Medical College
The Hospital for Special Surgery and
New York Presbyterian Hospital
Cornell University, New York, NY

Gary Williams, MD, PhD
Chairman
Department of Medicine
Scripps Clinic Medical Group
La Jolla, California.