What are some common bacterial infections that can affect the skin?

Written by Dr. Daniel Shurman

As Featured in the Reading Eagle: It sounds like the opposite should be true, right? We know exposure to harmful UV rays can cause skin damage

Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects nearly 16 million men and women nationwide. There are triggers that can make the disease worse and they can include extreme heat and cold, alcohol, spicy foods, and stress—to name a few. Avoiding these triggers when possible can help to prevent flares.

Team sports have a long history of fostering alliance, togetherness and a healthy competitive spirit among athletes but the proximity that brings them together can also create an environment of contagious skin infections. Skin diseases are common among athletes for these reasons, including sometimes questionable hygiene practices.

There are many misconceptions about tanning and proper skin care.  So, it’s important that you have the proper education when it comes to taking care of your skin.  Skin cancer is one of the most preventable diseases if you take the necessary precautions to protect yourself from the sun.

Written by Dr. Jennifer David, Board Certified Dermatologist
As Featured in Bucks County Women's Journal: Protecting your skin from the elements during the winter months is just as important as it is in the summer months. 

Written by Dr. Adel Haque, Board Certified Dermatologist, December 22, 2021

As Published in the Pediatric Dermatology Journal: Glistening film on the dorsal hands and feet of a newborn

Did you know that skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States? 1 in 5 Americans will develop a skin cancer in their lifetime. The good news is that skin cancer is highly treatable when detected early.

Men and women possess different biological characteristics, and as a result, have a fundamentally different constitution of the largest organ of the body - their skin. Why is this important?

Moh's micrographic surgery is one of the most effective ways of treating certain skin cancers. What should you do to prepare for surgery? What can you expect?

All children, with very few exceptions, will develop moles during the course of their childhood and adolescence. It is also normal for moles to increase in size as a child grows; darken in the summer and lighten in the winter. Some moles will completely fade away. When should we as parents be concerned about a certain mole? Here are some warning signs that warrant prompt attention by a dermatologist.

Outdoor workers face many potential dangers in their line of work, from machinery injuries to working along the side of a busy road, but one danger they can’t see is the sun’s ultraviolet rays.  It’s easy to overlook sun protection at a busy worksite.  They spend many hours in the mid-day sun, which is a major risk factor for all skin cancers, including the most serious, melanoma. 

Written by Alexis Curreri, MD, FAAD Board Certified Dermatologist

With a change in seasons, many of us experience an unwanted change in our skin. This autumn has been a relatively mild, but it’s important to get ahead of seasonal issues like dry skin before they occur.

Yes, summer is over for us here living in the Southeastern Pennsylvania region and you know what that means…dry, itchy winter skin is upon us.  We know that living in this area, that frigid temperatures can cause havoc on our body’s largest organ, your skin.

A dermatopathologist is a highly trained physician who specializes in diagnosing disorders of the skin under a microscope.  They are a dermatologist or pathologist with extra board certification in evaluating skin, hair and nail diseases. In simpler terms, the dermatopathologist is a “Private Eye” using microscopic observations and information from your dermatologist to explain your skin issues. 

A full body exam, or skin cancer screening, is an evaluation of the skin done to identify suspicious spots for skin cancer. These types of evaluations are critical because they allow us to detect skin cancer earlier, when they are easier to treat.

Sunscreen labels provide consumers with information about whether a sunscreen will protect against skin cancer in addition to sunburn. This is a requirement by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Labels will also indicate whether the product is water-resistant.

Yes, moles are common and almost every adult has a few of them on their body. Adults who have light skin often have more moles but it is normal to have 10 to 40 moles on their skin. Most moles appear on the skin during childhood and adolescence and will grow as the child (or teen) grows. 

Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States. Acne is not limited to teenagers. Adults can develop acne in their 20s, 30s, 40s, and beyond. There are many effective treatments but unfortunately there are many myths about acne that can make it difficult for a person to get the proper care. Treating acne early in its course helps to minimize the risk of scarring and discoloration and improves a person’s self esteem.  

You’ve called to make your appointment with a Dermatologist, and when you arrive for your appointment, it turns out you are seeing a Physician Assistant. Don’t fret! You are in good hands. What follows is a list of common misconceptions about Physician Assistants that will help reassure you about the excellent care you can expect to receive.

Mohs micrographic surgery has set a new standard in skin cancer treatment. An increasing number of physicians are performing Mohs surgery, which is now widely accepted as the most effective treatment for most types of skin cancer. However, not all Mohs surgeons receive the same level of training as Dr. Shurman, a fellowship trained Mohs surgeon.

February 22, 2024

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