Skin Cancer Bulletin
We publish a newsletter designed especially for patients and the public. It features real patients, expert advice, and the latest in skin cancer prevention and treatment. See our latest Skin Cancer Bulletin, Winter 2022.
Read MoreThe Role of Physician Assistants in a Skin Cancer Practice
“I have always viewed each of my colleagues as playing an integral part in the healthcare team. In my opinion, the best healthcare teams have a flat hierarchy. This organizational structure avoids medical errors, improves patient experience, and fosters team member collaboration. Integration of Physician Assistants (PAs) follows this model,” says Dr. Simon Madorsky. As…
Read MoreTopical Skin Cancer Treatments
The treatment of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) includes many options depending on the type of pathology, a few of which are: Mohs surgery, electrodessication and curettage, Imiquimod, Efedux, etc. Topical treatments have become increasingly popular due to their non-invasive nature and good aesthetic outcomes. Standard topical treatments for superficial BCCs used in the United States…
Read MoreThe Skin Cancer Bulletin, our first newsletter for the local community
The Skin Cancer Bulletin marks our first effort to directly reach members of our local community to inform them about skin cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Download a copy here.
Read MoreThis was a chapter, but it’s not my story
If working towards a PhD at UC Irvine was not enough, Klebea was also planning her wedding in Brazil. Wedding photos would be memories for the rest of her life. She was hoping to improve the unsightly scar on her cheek, a painful reminder of a past skin cancer removal. She was referred to Dr.…
Read MoreA Cosmetic Procedure Reveals Skin Cancer
A former teacher in her sixties came to Dr. Steven Daines for a CO2 laser treatment to diminish her fine lines and brown spots. She had no idea how important this visit would become. While prepping her for the laser procedure, Dr. Daines noticed a tiny black mark on her cheek. “I thought it was…
Read MorePreserving Natural Lip Appearance After Skin Cancer Treatment
Changing the standards in lip reconstruction, our center has produced yet another major publication in a peer-reviewed journal. Dr. Simon Madorsky’s technique has been published in Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine, the official journal of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. This paper introduces an innovative reconstruction technique for small to…
Read MoreIntroducing our Research Team: Over the Years
With the support of the SCARS Foundation, SCARS Center has established its very own research team. This team handles clinical research, publishing scientific articles, medical conferences, and creating educational videos. An Former Medical and Research Assistant, Tumor Conference Coordinator She is graduating as a PA in 2020. Anthony Former Medical and Research Assistant His expected…
Read MoreA Game Changer in Nasal Reconstruction
Blazing the way in nasal reconstruction, our center has produced yet another major publication in a peer-reviewed journal. Dr. Simon Madorsky’s technique has been published in Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine, the official journal of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. This paper introduces a new way to reconstruct medium to…
Read MorePodcast: Getting Medical Care in 2020 during COVID-19
Show-Notes from our fourth podcast: Getting Medical Care in 2020 during COVID-19, from our new series “Coronavirus: Science and Prevention” Watch the episode on YouTube and subscribe to our podcast series on iTunes, Google Podcasts, and Spotify. Social isolation is great for home, but how do we continue to get medical care as patients and provide medical care as physicians and not fall…
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