The SKIN-ny on Atopic Dermatitis and Eczema: Part IIa: General Care and Hydration of Skin with Atopic Dermatitis and Eczema, A Patient’s Role
How do I manage my AD as a patient? The first and most important part of AD management are hydration techniques to clean the skin of any bacteria and irritants and hydration to help seal in moisture and enhance the skin barrier, protecting from irritants and allergens. Allergies should be tested and avoided in the [...]
New Fall Hours!
Starting October 1st we will be open until 6pm on Thursdays and open at 7am on Fridays Monday 9am-5pm Tuesday 9am-5pm Wednesday 9am-5pm Thursday 9am-6pm Friday 7am-12pm
The SKIN-ny on Atopic Dermatitis: Part 1: What is Atopic Dermatitis and Eczema and What causes it?
With summer here, many patients are noticing their skin conditions worsen. The dry heat can be an irritating factor for many, flaring their rash. In this, part I of our series on Atopic Dermatitis or Allergic Eczema, we examine what atopic dermatitis is and what causes atopic dermatitis. What is Atopic Dermatitis? Atopic dermatitis (AD), [...]
Happy 4th of July!
In celebration of Independence Day, we are closed on July 2nd and 5th to give our amazing staff a well-deserved rest.
Facts and Myths about the COVID-19 Vaccination
As an Allergist & Immunologist, I was recently asked to write a paper about the “Myths of the COVID-19 vaccination.” Therefore, the end of this article contains some of the more common ideas patients have presented to myself or my colleagues with my response. As a physician and having performed research myself, it seemed imperative [...]
Pregnancy, Lactation, and the COVID-19 vaccine
Should the pregnant patient get a COVID-19 vaccine? CDC currently cites this as a personal choice, with incorporation of the obstetrician for assistance in making the decision.1 Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine indicates there is little data but that “A safe vaccine is generally considered one in which the benefits of getting it outweigh the risks. [...]
Vaccine vs Infection: COVID by the Numbers
Many are questioning whether they should receive the COVID-19 vaccination, especially since it is relatively new and mRNA vaccinations, while they have been in use, have not been widely used in the population. Below is an attempt to provide a comparison, as much as possible, to assist in rational decision-making. Medicine is very much an [...]
Relax…It’s Labor Day!
Our Office Will Be Closed in appreciation of our wonderful employees that give so much of themselves every day. Thank you and enjoy!
Love is in the Air!
Stop by and Kiss Mary Beth...Again!....She is Engaged!!! We are so thrilled for our beloved Mary Beth.