Press Release - Dr. Amy Taub, MD Presented on “Actinic Keratosis Treatment Options” at the Orlando Dermatology Aesthetic Conference

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June 2008

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Dr. Amy Taub, MD Presented on “Actinic Keratosis Treatment Options” at the Orlando Dermatology Aesthetic Conference

Lincolnshire, IL – June 2008 – Dr. Amy Forman Taub, board-certified dermatologist and Assistant Clinical Professor at Northwestern University Medical School, presented on “Actinic Keratosis Treatment Options” at the 2008 Orlando Dermatology Aesthetic Conference (ODAC). The ODAC focuses on current issues affecting the dermatology practice, including the most advanced methods and cutting-edge techniques. ODAC educates physicians and medical staff in the latest developments and techniques in aesthetic dermatology, therapeutic dermatology, dermatologic surgery, practice management and recent technological advances in the field to ensure continued progress in dermatologic and aesthetic practice. The goal is to provide an unparalleled educational and networking forum that unites science with business strategies by offering state-of-the art educational seminars and numerous networking opportunities to further professional collaborations. (www.orlandoderm.org)

Dr. Taub’s presentation described how actinic keratosis treatment options are limited and none are patient friendly; most are painful, disfiguring and result in significant social downtime or even permanent scarring. She discussed how Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a treatment that treats the entire face or area of the body to not only eradicate pre-skin cancers but also to prevent skin cancer coming in the future in a way that improves the cosmetic appearance of the face. She finds that the biggest barrier to adopting PDT into practice for actinic keratosis is cost and reimbursement. Patients prefer PDT over other therapies due to its convenience (downtime is usually 2-7 days), tolerability and cosmesis. Based on literature reviews, Dr. Taub concludes that PDT is the best therapy for actinic keratosis.

Dr. Amy Forman Taub is a board-certified dermatologist who founded Advanced Dermatology, Skinfo® Specialty Skincare Boutique and SKINQRI in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Advanced Dermatology is a state-of-the-art medical and cosmetic dermatology practice nationally recognized for excellence in dermatologic care. Skinfo and skinfo.com, a professional skincare website, offer physician-dispensed and cosmeceutical-grade skincare products and product information to the public. In 2006, Dr. Taub founded SKINQRI, Advanced Research in Dermatology. SKINQRI collaborates with pharmaceutical and laser companies to test the safety and efficacy of new treatments and evaluate new protocols for current treatments. Dr. Taub's practice philosophy is one of active collaboration with her patients. While she likes being on the cutting edge of technological and medical innovations, Dr. Taub carefully evaluates the scientific principles and safety of new treatments and procedures she makes available to her patients.
Born and raised in the Chicago area, Dr. Taub graduated from Northwestern University Medical School in 1985 and completed her internal medicine internship and dermatology residency at its affiliated hospital, Northwestern Memorial, in 1989. Prior to opening Advanced Dermatology, Dr. Taub was the Medical Director for the Division of Dermatology of Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group.
 
As a consultant to leading laser and drug companies, Dr. Taub also educates and trains physicians from all over the country to provide cosmetic and laser procedures. Dr. Taub is a member (Fellow) of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), the American Society for Laser Surgery and Medicine (ASLMS), the Chicago Dermatologic Society, and the Illinois State Dermatologic Society. Dr. Taub is also a Charter Board of Director for the American Society of Photodynamic Therapy (ASPDT), a member of the Leaders Society to the Dermatology Foundation, on the Advisory Council of the Skin Cancer Foundation, and on the Research Committee for the ASDS.
 
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