Most of us know that Vitamin C boosts our immune system, promotes growth, helps us absorb iron, keeps our cartilage, bones and teeth healthy,  and increases our collagen production. It’s the last benefit, though, that also makes topical Vitamin C for skin so useful. Even if you’re taking vitamin C supplements, it may not be making its way to your skin. Topical vitamin C is a great weapon in any anti-aging arsenal and also improves complexion, so it’s a good idea to add a Vitamin C serum to your skincare regimen. Here are nine things to know about Vitamin C and your skin: Vitamin C for sk ..read more

Dermatology Consultants participated in the 2021 CMS Quality Payment Program, the nation’s foremost quality of care measurement program, and was rated in the top tier of U.S. healthcare providers. The Quality Payment Program is part of Medicare’s Merit-based Incentive Payment System which ensures healthcare payments are tied to care that is both high quality and cost-efficient. The Quality Payment Program rewards healthcare providers for quality and value of care, as well as providing empowerment to patients to actively participate in their healthcare. Organizations like Dermatology Consultant ..read more

We’re proud to announce Dermatology Consultants has been named a mspWellness Champion by mspWellness. mspWellness Champions are chosen based on their dedication to workplace wellness and are selected based on their commitment to creating, executing, and promoting workplace wellness as part of their organizational culture. mspWellness, a partnership between the Minneapolis Regional Chamber and the Minneapolis Health Department, created the mspWellness Champion designation to celebrate businesses that make and support a healthy work environment and have a positive impact on the health and wellbe ..read more

We are proud to announce that Dermatology Consultants has been named one of the Top Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune for the third year in a row. 2022 marks the first year Dermatology Consultants has made the top 200. Our practice was ranked #67 on the list of midsize businesses. Top Workplaces recognizes the most progressive companies in Minnesota based on employee opinions measuring engagement, organizational health, and satisfaction. The analysis included responses from over 79,000 employees at Minnesota public, private and nonprofit organizations. The results of the Star Tribune ..read more

As we head into the warmest months of the year, we’ll be wearing lighter gear, which means more skin could be exposed to the sun’s harmful rays. This can put all of us at a higher risk of skin damage and skin cancer, and with so much time spent outside, runners can be particularly vulnerable. “Running is great exercise, but you have to take extra precautions in the summer,” says Dr. Phil Keith, a board-certified dermatologist with Dermatology Consultants. “Develop a good skin protection plan and stick to it every time you go outside. Also, remember to check your own skin often, and schedule an ..read more

We’re so pleased to announce that estheticians Lindsey Tracey and Becca Elia have joined the Dermatology Consultants team! Lindsay will see patients at our St. Paul team, and Becca Elia will see patients at our Vadnais Heights office. Both are Advanced Practice Estheticians, an advanced license in Minnesota focused on estheticians working in medical settings. Lindsey Tracy Lindsey Tracy has over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Esthetician. Lindsey is available for skin care consultations, facials, microneedling, dermaplaning, clinical peel treatments, and facial waxing. Learn more about ..read more

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and in recognition, we’re offering 20% off all sunscreen purchases at any of our four locations through May 31st. There are 3.5 million cases of skin cancer in more than 2 million people diagnosed annually, making skin cancer the most common form of cancer in the United States. The good news is skin cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer, too. Sunscreen is your primary weapon against skin cancer. Listen as Dr. Jozef Lazar talks about the importance of annual skin exams! With summer around the bend, now’s a great time to stock up on sunscreen ..read more

Skin biopsies can look scary, as depending on how deep the biopsy needs to be, they can leave a wound of varying depths and sizes. Dr. Tanya Sale has tips for wound care following biopsy to help your skin heal faster and leave fewer scars. Clean the Area The dermatologist conducting the biopsy will begin the process of wound care for you, starting with cleaning the area. Any time your skin is broken or otherwise injured and the wound is simple enough to treat yourself, you should always make sure the wound and surrounding area are clean to prevent infection. In some cases of simple wounds, soa ..read more

If your skin is showing visible signs of aging, or if you want to put into practice an anti-aging regimen to prevent signs, Dr. Tanya Sale has three vital anti-aging tips to help. Avoid Sun Damage The #1 weapon in your anti-aging arsenal is sunscreen. You should apply it on exposed skin and your face when you go outside every day of the year, regardless of weather. Even if it’s cloudy, the sun’s UV rays can still reach you. Sun damage can cause wrinkles and dark spots associated with aging skin, as well as risk of skin cancer. Choose a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30. There are s ..read more

We’re Collecting Toys! We’re excited to announce that we will be collecting toys at our four clinic locations for Toys for Tots Twin Cities 2021! Toys for Tots is a wonderful way to connect with the community and help out families during the holidays. We will be accepting new, unwrapped toys at our four Twin Cities locations during our normal hours Monday, December 6th to Friday, December 13th. Click here for a list of clinic locations and addresses.  All donations will be delivered to KARE11, an official drop-off site for Toys for Tots Twin Cities.  Watch for our appearance live on ..read more