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Dermatology Stories

Lifetime Achievement Award.
August 13, 2018

On April 14th, 2018 the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery presented Neil A. Fenske, MD, Chairman of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at USF Morsani College of Medicine with the Lifetime Achievement Award. This was In recognition of his 41 years of inspired patient care, mentoring of future dermatologists and lasting impact on the field of dermatology.

Excellence in Leadership Award from the National Psoriasis Foundation.
August 13, 2018

    In appreciation to his commitment and dedication to the treatment of psoriasis patients over his long and notable career, Dr. Fenske was presented with theExcellence in Leadership Award from the National Psoriasis Foundation. Dr. Fenske, professor and Chair of the Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery in the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine (MCOM), was presented with […]

What Are Milia—and How Do You Get Rid of Them?
August 13, 2018

Ever notice small white or yellow bumps under or on your eyelids or on your nose or cheeks? Those stubborn bumps are technically called milia, tiny cysts that form under the skin. Treat Your Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Milia develop when bits of dead skin cells “get trapped below the skin and create a really hard, little, white ball,” says Neil Alan […]

Summer is Coming…So Don’t Forget to Refresh and Protect your Skin with Total Defense and Repair SPF with Infrared Protection!
May 3, 2017

For years now you have probably been told that wearing a broad spectrum sunscreen is necessary in protecting your skin from the cancer-causing UVA and UVB rays. But has anyone ever told you about the importance of infrared protection as well?   Infrared rays (IR) come from the sun and have a longer wavelength than the cancer-causing UVA and UVB […]

Product of the Month: Obagi’s Ultra Rich Eye Hydrating Cream
January 10, 2017

Fight the signs of sun damage and premature aging with this nourishing and rejuvenating eye cream. Obagi’s lightweight and ultra hydrating eye cream helps to restore moisture to the delicate eye area all while helping to diminish fine lines and wrinkles, improve the appearance of sun damage, and restore firmness to loose skin. By using this product regularly, your under […]

New research shows some sunscreens better than others
May 25, 2016

http://www.fox13news.com/health/144531122-story    TAMPA (FOX 13) – When it comes to sunscreens, we all know the drill. Use a broad spectrum SPF 30 or greater, and slather on a shot glass full.  New research is helping prove its benefits and show sun bathers what dangers they might face. “It’s the first solid data that we have that is not only prevents […]

Melanoma on the Rise
July 2, 2015

Melanoma on the Rise Years ago, sun protection was nothing but an afterthought for Bob Schultz. After all, he lived in the tropical paradise of Barbados for seven months. But nearly 50 years later, the harsh sunlight in the Caribbean combined with a lifetime of sun exposure caught up with him. Schultz,of the Village De LaVista, has had eight cancerous areas removed from different regions of […]

Research for Children with Psoriasis
July 10, 2014

Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease that affects 3% of the world’s population

– men, women, children and even newborn babies. Psoriasis causes unsightly, uncomfortable red plaques and patches on the skin which scale, and sometimes even crack and bleed.

Warts…Not just caused by kissing frogs
June 26, 2014

Warts…Not just caused by kissing frogs Warts are benign (non-cancerous) skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) infecting the top layers of the skin.  Warts can grow on any part of the body and are contagious.  They are spread by contact with the wart, or something that touched the wart.  It is easier to catch the virus that causes […]

Hello From USF Health Cosmetic and Laser Center
May 23, 2014

Hello From USF Health Cosmetic and Laser Center Click the video link below and learn about what the USF HEalth Cosmetic and Laser Center had to offer. Click Video Link USF Health Cosmetic and Laser Center Services

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