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Clinical research leads to better medical care. 　New ideas often start in the laboratory, but eventually must be tested in the real world. 　A “clinical trial” is the name given to research that involves people as the subject of research. 　Our ability to diagnose, treat and prevent disease comes from the knowledge gained from these […]

A simple skin regimen, practiced every day, can help keep your skin healthy and more youthful in appearance. Some basic steps include: Wash your skin twice a day with a gentle non-soap cleanser.　 Use a soft cloth and do not scrub vigorously. Use a moisturizer twice a day. 　This helps your skin appear more youthful […]

As we have mentioned in a previous blogs, the five basic sun defenses that you should keep in mind when you go outdoors should include: Avoiding peak hours of sunlight Using sunscreen and/or sunblock Selecting appropriate clothing Keeping sunglasses handy Seeking shade   In the last post we dealt with avoiding sunlight and sunscreen.  Today […]

We have mentioned previously the five basic sun defenses that you should keep in mind when you go outdoors: Avoiding peak hours of sunlight Using sunscreen Selecting appropriate clothing Keeping sunglasses handy Seeking shade   Having dealt with avoiding the sun, using sunscreen and clothing selection…today, we will discuss the last two defenses. Sunglasses Overexposure […]

As Dr. Shavin mentioned in a previous blog entry, the five basic sun defenses that you should keep in mind when you go outdoors should include: Avoiding peak hours of sunlight Using sunscreen and/or sunblock Selecting appropriate clothing Keeping sunglasses handy Seeking shade The next few posts will address each of these in a little […]

The damaging UV radiation in sunlight can lead to many skin problems, including sunburn, age spots, wrinkles, melasma, freckles, allergic rashes, and precancerous lesions called actinic keratoses.  Most importantly, overexposure to sunlight is the major cause of skin cancer, including melanoma.  It is important for everyone to be aware of the damaging effects of sunlight […]

Dermatologists are physicians who diagnose and treat skin disease, as well as help patients maintain the health and appearance of their skin.  Procedures are an integral part of dermatology.  This article will outline the most commonly performed procedures by dermatologists, many of which will be discussed in further detail in future postings. Most all dermatologists, […]

A dermatologist is a medical doctor (M.D. or D.O.) who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions that affect the skin, hair, and nails.  A dermatologist completes at least three years of specialized dermatology training after graduating from medical school and completing a medical internship. This focused study, research, and training makes a […]

Did our first LAVIV treatment today. All went well. Patient experienced slight discomfort along with some bruising and swelling. She will receive 2 more sessions at monthly intervals. We plan to post a video on our website so you can check it out. Joel S. Shavin, MD

Happy Valentine’s Day!  Roses and romantic dinners can only be topped by a box of chocolates.  While everyone loves candy, chocolate has the most notoriety for causing acne breakouts.  There have been numerous scientific studies that show that acne is not worsened by acne; only a handful have implicated that diet may play a role. […]