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Kevin Berman, MD, PhD

Kevin Berman, MD, PhD

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Dermatologist
posted 06/13/2007, comments (2)

Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy for Skin Cancer

Hi everyone.  Today I want to talk about something I hope none of you have to encounter--the sentinal lymph node biopsy.  This is a procedure done by surgeons in order to identify if high risk tumors have started to spread, or metastasize, in order to determine the prognosis.  I hope to shed some light on this topic so you can... Read moreChevron
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Sue Chung

Sue Chung

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Health and Beauty Expert
posted 04/26/2007, comments (0)

Free Skin Cancer Screening in May, Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Each week, Health and Beauty Expert Sue Chung will discuss skin health topics suggested by members of the HealthCentral community. To ask Sue a question, send an email to feedback@skincancerconnection.com or leave a comment below.Reader's Question: I want to get a skin cancer screening this spring just to make sure everything's OK. Is... Read moreChevron
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Kevin Berman, MD, PhD

Kevin Berman, MD, PhD

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Dermatologist
posted 04/09/2007, comments (0)

Pregnant Women, Kids and Skin Cancer

Hi everyone.  Today I want to talk about new or changing moles in kids and pregnant women as these two groups tend to have moles of concern that bring them into the dermatologist's office.  Overall, dermatologists prefer not to perform procedures on kids or pregnant women but we also do not want to miss a skin cancer on anyone! ... Read moreChevron
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Sue Chung

Sue Chung

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Health and Beauty Expert
posted 03/29/2007, comments (2)

Bob Marley Died of Metastatic Melanoma at Age 36: Skin Cancer Tips

As the warmer spring and summer months approach, it's tempting to make plans for long weekends at the beach or days lying on a picnic blanket in the park. Especially since sunlight has proven benefits on mood, says Dr. Kishwer Nehal, a director of dermatologic surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. However,... Read moreChevron
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Sue Chung

Sue Chung

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Health and Beauty Expert
posted 03/05/2007, comments (0)

Skin Cancer and Darker Skin: Oprah's Comment that "Black Doesn't Crack"

Each week, Health and Beauty Expert Sue Chung will discuss skin health topics suggested by members of the HealthCentral community. To ask Sue a question, send an email to feedback@skincancerconnection.com.Reader's Question: If I have darker skin, do I need to worry about sunscreen? I never burn and I've heard darker skin has natural... Read moreChevron
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Actinic Keratosis is a precancerous skin condition that develops when the skin is exposed to sun.

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