May 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…
DetailsWhat it means to be a physician-driven and employee-owned dermatology practice… In 2022, we became one of the first and few healthcare organizations to adopt this business model in the United States. Our mission is built upon preserving our practices’ long-standing and community-focused care. “It is important to me to always put my patients first.…
DetailsSkin Rashes: When to Seek Treatment By Michelle Bate, FNP-C, DCNP North Suburban Dermatology Associates By adulthood, most people have experienced at least a rash or two. Rashes can be caused by several different underlying conditions, and symptoms can range in severity from mild redness to itchy or painful welts, or even a life-threatening emergency.…
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