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May 14, 2017
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SSS Montreal 2017: Psoriasis in Darkly Pigmented Skin: Diagnostic & Management Strategies

The visual appearance of psoriasis can be quite different in skin types V and VI, presenting challenges to diagnosis, said New York dermatologist Dr. Andrew F. Alexis. Cultural practices and quality-of-life issues also require a different therapeutic approach in this population, he said. Dr. Alexis is the chair of the Department of Dermatology and the director of Skin of Color Center at Mount Sinai St. Luke’s and Mount Sinai West Hospitals, and an associate professor at the I

SSS Montreal 2017: Cultural and clinical dermatologic nuances in Hispanic, South Asian, East Asian p

DERM.city team

May 14, 2017
3 min

SSS Montreal 2017: Cultural and clinical dermatologic nuances in Hispanic, South Asian, East Asian p

It is important for dermatologists, primary care physicians, and other individuals who treat skin disorders to be “keenly aware” of the cultural and clinical nuances in the growing Hispanic, South Asian, and East Asian populations, according to a presenter at the Skin Spectrum Summit in Montreal on May 13. “There is an overlap between structural and functional differences, culturally variations in skin and hair care practices, as well as, cultural standards in perceptions of

SSS Montreal 2017: Consult skin of colour patients about their use of skin lightening products

DERM.city team

May 14, 2017
2 min

SSS Montreal 2017: Consult skin of colour patients about their use of skin lightening products

During the Skin Spectrum Summit in Montreal on May 13, 2017, a Montreal-based general practitioner, who specializes in aesthetic medicine, recommended that clinicians consult with their skin of colour patients regarding their use of over-the-counter (OTC) skin lightening products, their pigmentation concerns, and prior skin lightening treatments. Dr. Yves Hébert, owner and medical director of Médecine Esthétique Dr. Yves Hébert, said skin lightening products are projected to

SSS 2017: Skin lightening agent complications in Toronto patients

by Emily Innes-Leroux, Associate Editor

Apr 8, 2017
1 min

SSS 2017: Skin lightening agent complications in Toronto patients

Dr, Jonathan Shapero speaks at the third annual Toronto Skin Spectrum Summit// Photo by Emily Innes-Leroux, The Chronicle Patients of skin of colour may be using over-the-counter (OTC) skin lightening products that contain hydroquinone, corticosteroids, and mercury, according to Dr. Jonathan Shapero. He spoke about issues and the potential toxic effects of some skin lightening procedures during the 3rd annual Skin Spectrum Summit in Toronto on Apr. 8, 2017. Dr. Shapero, a Tor

Update: Skin Spectrum Summit Toronto Certification

DERM.city team

Apr 3, 2017
2 min

Update: Skin Spectrum Summit Toronto Certification

Skin Spectrum Summit 2017 – The Canadian Conference on Ethnodermatology Toronto – Liberty Grand (Exhibition Grounds) Sat., April 8, 2017 Certification: This program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Ontario office for up to 4.00 Group Learning credits. DERM.city members are invited to join us at this landmark one-day educational conference of GP/FPs, Nurse Practitioners, and Dermatologists, designed to provide better patient care for o

Derm City

Feb 10, 2017
1 min

Skin Spectrum Summit 2016 Recap

For information or to register for Skin Spectrum Summit 2017 in visit www.skinspectrum.ca #SkinSpectrumSummit #Ethnodermatology #Acne #Therapy #Hyperkeratotic #SkinofColour #LaserTherapy #AndrewAlexis #HeatherWolleryLloyd #AtopicDermatitis

by Emily Innes-Leroux, Associate Editor

Aug 11, 2016
2 min

Cutaneous melanoma survival rates lower in patients with skin of colour

Despite higher incidence of cutaneous melanoma in Caucasians, the survival rate for cutaneous melanoma in patients with skin of colour is significantly lower, according to a study published online in the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology (July 28, 2016). “Everyone is at risk for skin cancer, regardless of race,” said Cleveland-based dermatologist Dr. Jeremy S. Bordeaux, one of the study authors, in a press release. “Patients with skin of color may believe they aren’t

Skin Spectrum Summit Toronto 2016:
Acne Tx for skin of colour patients

By Lynn Bradshaw

Apr 28, 2016
2 min

Skin Spectrum Summit Toronto 2016: Acne Tx for skin of colour patients

The treatment paradigm for the management of acne is similar when treating skin of colour versus Caucasian patients, Dr. Sam Hanna reported during a presentation at the 2nd annual Skin Spectrum Summit in Toronto on Apr. 16. “There are many options available for the management of acne sequelae, but when treating skin of colour patients every single [acne treatment] carries different risks than when we treat patients with lighter skin,” Dr. Hanna, a dermatologist in Toronto, sa

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