July is Ultraviolet Safety Month By: Michelle Bate, FNP-C, DCNPNorth Suburban Dermatology Associates July is Ultraviolet Safety Month! Summertime is finally here once again! At North Suburban Dermatology Associates, we’re looking forward to enjoying the sunshine just as much as anyone else. In honor of Ultraviolet Safety Month, I would like to provide you with…
DetailsIncorporating Integrative Medicine into Dermatology By: Stacy McClure, MD, FAADBoard Certified Dermatologist | IDCP Certified Dermatology Associates of La Grange Dr. Stacy McClure is a board-certified dermatologist. Prior to joining Dermatology Associates of La Grange in 2009, she completed a two-year research fellowship at Northwestern University focusing on clinical trials in dermatology. She then began her…
DetailsMay is Skin Cancer & Melanoma Awareness Month!Early detection is key. Have you scheduled your full-body skin exam?Did you know? 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70 Having 5 or more sunburns doubles your risk for melanoma When detected early, the 5-year survival rate for melanoma is 99% What…
DetailsAllergic Contact Dermatitis and Patch Testing Patch testing is the only test for allergic contact dermatitis. It is reliable and safe, and we offer patch testing in our offices. Joy Watson, MMS, PA-C at North Suburban Dermatology Associates, explains. Q&AWhat is allergic contact dermatitis? Allergic contact dermatitis is an allergic skin rash that occurs when…
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