Dear Friends, Patients, and Colleagues,
Spring is a time for new growth and we are striving successfully in that direction. As mentioned in our winter newsletter, we have expanded Advanced Dermatology in many directions this year: by adding in more hours of availability; by creating more treatment rooms; and by advancing our research availability by developing a research institute. The new office hours have been successful: we are managing to run on time most often, and patients love our evening and Saturday accessibility. Unfortunately our expansion of treatment rooms has been delayed, but will soon allow for more availability throughout the office with even less wait-time. We are hoping to minimize the disruption from the build-out and hope to be able to serve you in a more timely and efficient manner.
We had also announced our new research institute, now named SKINQRI, to advance our research in dermatology. We are dedicated to helping elucidate the best solutions to dermatologic problems through scientific research.
We are pleased to announce that Susan Trykowski, Licensed Esthetician has joined our staff. Susan is providing aesthetic treatments including the Pan G™ Lift, the VelaSmooth™, and Medical Facials, Chemical Peels and Microdermabrasion. She is also a skincare specialist in skinfo® and a strong addition to our marketing and educational teams. We welcome her to our team of providers.
I was happy to be appointed to the Medical Council of the Skin Cancer Foundation. Their mission is to promote awareness of and help to prevent skin cancer. Advanced Dermatology promotes awareness for skin cancer on all levels, sponsoring the foundation both through donation and events, and moreover, by educating our patients. Previously, we mentioned the increases in melanoma we have been seeing. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month so please remember to follow your ABC’s for skin cancer prevention. A= asymmetry, B=border irregularity, C= color irregularity, D= diameter, E= evolving. Any changing or irregular appearing mole, small or large, should be evaluated by a dermatologist. Please go to www.skincancer.org to learn more.
Finally, I feel truly honored to have been invited to speak at the European Society of Photodynamic Therapy, being held in Bern, Switzerland, on the subject of PDT for acne. By continuing to consult and present on Photodynamic Therapy, I engage in stimulating interaction with world-wide colleagues encouraging more thought-provoking and horizon widening approaches to dermatology! I look forward to taking new information home to share with all of you.
Enjoy the flowers,
Amy Forman Taub, MD
And the Staff of Advanced Dermatology & Skinfo
Seminars/Conferences/Workshops
Dec 2005 and Jan 2006: Suzanne Lombardo was interviewed for Renew Magazine and Salon Today Magazine on aesthetic treatments and product available in a medical setting.
Jan 2006: Advanced Dermatology and skinfo® were interviewed for a Learning About Global Family TV Studios Production on antiaging concerns in dermatology. We want to thank our patients that contributed to this program.
January 2006: Dr. Taub was interviewed for Today’s Health and Wellness Blue Cross Blue Shield Magazine.
January 2006: Dr. Taub wrote an article for Practical Dermatology called “A Patient-Centered Approach to Non-Surgical Skin Cancer Management.”
February 2006: Dr. Taub hosted a Webinar for Cutera on Advanced Procedures in Skin Rejuvenation.
February 2006: Dr. Taub was one of four physicians who wrote a white paper for Cutera called “Multi-Center Clinical Perspectives on Titan™” which was distributed at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).
February 2006: Dr. Taub presented for Cutera called Cutera Aesthetic Workshop.
February 2006: Dr. Taub presented for Syneron called Syneron Medical Aesthetic Conference.
March 2006: Advanced Dermatology was featured in Chicago Health & Beauty profiles section, and also in Beauty Profiles for Titan Tissue Tightening - One Year Perspective and for Zeno™ Acne Treatment device called Zap Away Acne with Zeno.
April 1-2, 2006: Dr. Taub is speaking at the European Society for Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) in Bern, Switzerland on PDT for Acne in the USA.
April 2006: Erin DeVita, CST, CMLSO, CCRC, will be presenting “Photodynamic Therapy for the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris” at the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) Annual Meeting.
June 2006: New Beauty Magazine will be releasing their newest edition featuring Dr. Taub in their featured Midwest Dermatologist section.
Advanced Dermatology Events:
April 1 through May 31, 2006 - Due to popular demand, we have brought back the Aesthetic Special: Buy 3, Get 1 Free!
Buy 3 of any of the aesthetic facials and/or peels and you will receive 1 free. Great gifts for mother’s day, prom, and weddings!
June 1 - August 30, 2006 - Summer Laser Special - 10% off Laser Photorejuvenation, Laser Hair Removal and Laser Leg Veins!
Purchase any individual laser treatment or laser treatment package and you will receive 10% off! This is the best way to kick start your summer by reducing unwanted sun damage, hair, and leg veins. Book your consultation early so that you can enjoy the benefits all summer long!
June 1 and 2, 2006 - Smile- it’s Summer! Fillers Event Day - 10% off each syringe.
Are you looking to correct fine lip lines and smile lines, or maybe you just want to enhance and plump up? Restylane® injectable filler is the perfect treatment for you - and you can benefit from our one day event where all injectable fillers offered at Advanced Dermatology will be discounted 10% off each syringe. Call to book your appointment - space is limited and this special will not be honored on other days!
July 12 and 13, 2006 - BOTOX® Cosmetic Event Day
$11/unit (discounted from $12/unit)! We all want to reduce our brow lines, crow’s feet and forehead lines, but most importantly we all want to prevent more wrinkles from developing! BOTOX® Cosmetic is the perfect answer! If it’s your first time or your tenth, you can always benefit from the lasting rewards from BOTOX® Cosmetic. Call to book your appointment - space is limited and this special will not be honored on other days!
Skinfo Events:
April 10, 2006 - Kinerase® Event 10% off Experience Kinerase® PRO+THERAPY, their elite line of advanced anti-aging products now available only through physicians. In addition to 10% off, receive a deluxe free gift with purchase (over a $75 value) of any 3 Kinerase® products.
May 2, 2006 - skinfo® Event 15% off Celebrate it’s Springtime!
To anniversary our opening, celebrate with us and receive 15% off your purchase on this day only. Spring is the perfect time to boost your antioxidant protection and sun block to prepare for summer sun. Replenish your supply, stock up on your favorites, and try the newest products for your skin care goals. Raffles of free gifts, samples, door prizes and more! Please call to preorder any items.
June 13, 2006 - SkinMedica Event 10% off SkinMedica
Improve skin texture, pigment and tone with SkinMedica’s line of advanced anti-aging skin care including TNS. In addition to 10% off all SkinMedica products, purchase any three TNS products and receive a free gift (value over $75). Raffle of gift set, free samples and skin care consultations.
iPledge
Patients who are currently on Accutane or will be starting a course soon, will notice some changes to the way they receive their prescriptions. As of March 1st all patients on this medication will have to be enrolled in a national registry. The iPledge program has been created to better educate patients on the importance of pregnancy prevention, and to reduce the number of unintended pregnancies while taking this drug. All patients will be registered online and will need to use an identification card to receive their prescription at the pharmacy. Your provider will give you more detailed instructions at your appointment time.
Hidradenitis suppurativa
is a disease of the apocrine glands that are found in the armpits, groin and sometimes under the breasts. It causes cysts and abscesses and is painful and disruptive. Because Levulan is readily absorbed by these abscesses, we have found that Photodynamic Therapy works well for this difficult to treat problem. If you or someone you know suffers from this disease, please let them know that we have a potential solution.
Psoriatic Arthritis
Did you know that your joint pain could be due to your psoriasis? There is a new biologic medication called Humira that was recently FDA approved to treat psoriatic arthritis. It also has the added benefit of only needing an injection every other week.
Studies:
Psoriasis Study
You may qualify for this study if you have been diagnosed with chronic moderate to severe plaque psoriasis by a medical doctor and are currently being treated with Raptiva or another biologic psoriasis treatment. Qualified participants will receive study-related medical evaluations at no cost. No medications will be provided as part of the study - all participants will continue with their current drug therapy. Reimbursement for your participation will be provided.Eczema Study
This study is enrolling patients ages 2-17 years old with atopic dermatitis (eczema) who have used Elidel for at least 6 weeks in the past 6 months (they do not need to currently be using Elidel). Participants will complete a short survey which will be mailed to your home every 6 months for the duration of the study. No office visits are required. Reimbursement for your participation will be provided for every completed survey.Eczema Study
Thermage Upper Arm Study
Do you have eczema or atopic dermatitis? Have you used Protopic (tacrolimus) Ointment before you were 16 years of age to treat your eczema? Would you be interested in participating in a long-term program that will monitor your health? You may be eligible to participate in an observational research study. Please call us if you would like to learn more about this important program.
Rosacea Study
We are conducting a new study to evaluate the treatment of Rosacea with the Aurora laser by Syneron. Participants will receive five monthly treatments at no charge and will be evaluated at one month and three months after their last treatment. To participate you must have moderate to severe rosacea and not have had any laser treatments in the past 1 year. Patients who are currently using oral or topical must have been on the same regimen for the past 3 months or must be off all oral and topical medications for 3 months. Please call the office for more information or to set up a screening visit.
Please call our office for more information.
PDT Acne Study
We completed enrollment in this study. Watch our website and future newsletters for the results!
Tissue Tightening Advancements
New advancements in Tissue Tightening are here! We have been long awaiting the treatment options for tightening skin on the eyes and on the body. Eyes by Thermage™ and Body by Thermage™ treatments for skin laxity and textural irregularities are available beginning this spring season. In addition, Cutera has also released a larger and faster treatment head, the TitanXL™ to improve tightening results and reduce treatment time. Cutera asked Dr. Taub to evaluate this advanced treatment head. Patient feedback shows more even heating and results seem to develop faster. Advanced Dermatology is dedicated to evaluating Tissue Tightening therapies and we are continuing to evaluate new devices as they come to market. Please call to set up a consultation to discuss these treatment options further.
Before and after Restylane™ and Titan™
Product therapy vs treatment therapy:
Not ready to commit to Photorejuvenation treatments? Why not start with a home care regimen to help reduce the signs of solar damage. Regimens are based on individual skin type. As recommended by Dr. Taub, this is an example of a popular antiaging regimen; Cleanse your face twice daily with Cellex-C Betaplex Gentle Foaming Cleanser. In the morning follow with SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic to boost sun protection and repair previously damaged cells. Then apply skinfo® Morning Security Cream for hydration, sun protection, and antioxidant benefits. In the evening after cleansing, apply SkinCeuticals Phyto+ to reduce unwanted hyperpigmenation (sun freckles). Then apply Tx System Afirm to exfoliate and increase healthy cellular and collagen production. Visit www.skinfo.com or skinfo® specialty skincare boutique for more information and other skincare regimens.
gloMinerals Springtime Colors:
Want a great sun-kissed look without the damaging effects that the sun causes? Use gloMinerals powder or gloSheer tint foundation in a few shades darker then your skin tone and apply at the temples, bridge of nose, and above the brow. Highlight your cheekbones with the new Terra Cotta gloBlush duo and you have yourself a great natural faux-tan!We are excited to introduce NECTIFIRM™ by Revision. NECTIFIRM rejuvenates the fragile skin on the neck and décolletage by firming, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, tightening, improving elasticity, increasing moisture and protecting against premature aging. This cream caters to the neck’s specific needs by containing 8 active ingredients that work together to help strengthen the dermal-epidermal junction (DEJ). Please visit www.skinfo.com for more information or stop in for a sample.
- gloBlush duo - Petunia features two hues of pink and Terra Cotta offers two natural peach shades. These duos are the ultimate in convenience and customization giving you endless options.
- gloLip stick - Adding to our hydrating and long lasting mineral lip stick collection, this lip color offers a bold shade of Raspberry. Raspberry is best worn with a subtle eye and cheek makeup to feature your perfect pout.
- gloLiquid lip - Beloved is the perfect rosey pink that enhances all lips. Precious is our liquid lip version of shine lip gloss, a clear HIGH shine formulation. Use alone for a natural lip or layer on top of any lip product for the ultimate shine.
- gloPrecision lip pencil - Two new colors in the water resistant, nutrient packed precision formulation. Cedar offers a bronze hue perfect for creating natural lip contour, while Redwood is a natural red rose to add the perfect amount of warmth to your lips.
Skinfo® has also introduced Calming Masque by SkinMedica for hydrating and soothing benefits on dry, sensitive and post-procedural skin. This masque is composed of chamomile, marshmallow, green tea, oat and alpha bisabolol to help calm irritated and inflamed skin and may be used once or twice a week as needed.
Kinerase® has advanced their product line to include KINERASE® PRO+THERAPY Advanced Repair Serum, KINERASE® PRO+THERAPY Skin Smoothing Cleanser, KINERASE® PRO+THERAPY Ultra Rich Night Repair. These anti-aging products are available only through physicians due to their high concentrated active ingredients. Visit skinfo® for more information on each of these products and learn more direct from Kinerase® on April 10th at our 10% off Kinerase Event.
For additional information,
please check our websites
www.advdermatology.com
and www.skinfo.com.