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Don't Get Burned
May 24, 2012 8:08 AM by NP Society of the DNA
This blog is brought to you by ADVANCE and DNA. Editor's note: This post was written by Lakshi Aldredge, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, and adult nurse practitioner who specializes in dermatology at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Portland, Ore. Our organization Read More...
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Artificial Tanning Beds and Vitamin D
April 5, 2012 8:17 AM by NP Society of the DNA
This blog is brought to you by ADVANCE and DNA. Editor's Note: This blog post was written by Annette Fonteneau, MSN, RNP, DCNP, who practices at School Street Dermatology in Pawtucket, R.I. I have been asked by patients more times than I can count if Read More...
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When to Refer for Atypical Nevi
March 22, 2012 8:42 AM by NP Society of the DNA
This blog is brought to you by ADVANCE and DNA. Editor's note: This blog post was written by Ellen McCafferty-O'Connell, NP, who practices dermatology at Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates in Boston. Most office appointments include a thorough review Read More...
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Mole Check!
March 15, 2012 7:59 AM by Amy Gouley
Today a patient asked me, "When should I have my moles checked? Every few years?" My favorite answer is: "Check your birthday suit every year during your birthday month." Patients can relate to this fun and easy reminder. A full body exam means a full Read More...
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Helping Patients Manage Dry Skin
February 23, 2012 8:16 AM by NP Society of the DNA
This blog is brought to you by ADVANCE and DNA. Editor's note: This blog post was written by Annette Fonteneau, MSN, RNP, DCNP, who practices at School Street Dermatology in Pawtucket, R.I. Although winter's end is approaching, patients are no doubt asking Read More...
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Dry Skin Care
January 26, 2012 8:25 AM by NP Society of the DNA
Editor's note: This blog post was written by Kathleen Meyer, MSN, NP-C, who practices in the Department of Dermatology at Lahey Clinic in in Burlington, Mass. Hmmmm ... should I buy some bag balm, udder cream, olive oil or Ponds - or should I take cod Read More...
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An Irritating Mystery
January 19, 2012 12:34 PM by Amy Gouley
Lately, I have been seeing a few post-biopsy and post-excision site irritations. After every procedure in our office, I give the patient a handout that describes aftercare, along with a small packet of polysporin. There are always exceptions and modifications Read More...
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Sunscreen Needed All Year Long
January 12, 2012 7:45 AM by NP Society of the DNA
This blog is brought to you by ADVANCE and DNA. Editor's note: This blog post was written by Kathleen Meyer, MSN, NP-C, who practices in the Department of Dermatology at Lahey Clinic in in Burlington, Mass. Even though winter is here, daily use of sunscreen Read More...
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The 'Money Is Tight' Consult
December 15, 2011 8:00 AM by NP Society of the DNA
This blog is brought to you by ADVANCE and DNA. Editor's note: This blog post was written by Bonnie Marting, DNP, ARNP, who practices at Anushka Cosmedical Centre in West Palm Beach, F la. The cash-based aspect of aesthetics intensifies the value of the Read More...
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Dermatology in a Third World Country
December 8, 2011 8:30 AM by Amy Gouley
Sometimes it can be very beneficial to step outside our comfortable office and challenge our practice in a foreign setting. I left my office stocked with pharmaceutical samples, running water, electricity, my assistant, sterile supplies and everything Read More...
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