Skin Care

Vishal Patel, MD, (GW) Cancer Center and GW MFA, breaks down what you need to know about skin cancer, how it is treated, and what you can do to protect yourself now.

​During hot summer months, sunburns, skin damage, and possible skin cancers can be painful and the effects long-lasting. Here, Pooja Sodha, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and director of the Center for Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology at the George Washington University Medical Faculty…

As summer heat hits its peak, more people are headed out to the beach or the pool to bask in the sun. Adam Friedman, MD, professor and chair of dermatology at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, verifies with WUSA9 whether or not going above an SPF 30 is…

Pooja Sodha, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and director of the Center for Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology, explains the anatomical and age-related changes that occur over time.

We are resuming our blog posts, and what better way than with the first step to any skincare regimen? In this dry winter season, choosing the right cleanser is vital!

Adam Friedman, MD, professor and chair of the Department of Dermatology at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, shares how essential oils boast different health and lifestyle benefits.

Makeup sponges, like Beautyblenders, are super-prone to bacterial overgrowth, which is why it's incredibly important to clean them often, and well.

Dr. Michael Olding, Cosmetic Surgeon, comments on why it’s a bad idea to pop your pimples. See full article here.