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What doctors wish patients knew about cosmetic dermatology

Jun 27, 2025 | 11 Min Read
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What doctors wish patients knew about cosmetic dermatology

Cosmetic skin procedures can offer natural-looking results with little downtime. William Waller, MD, a dermatologist at Hattiesburg Clinic, shares more. 

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What doctors wish patients knew about tendinitis

Tendinitis can sideline anyone—athletes or not. George Umeh, MD, of Bayhealth, shares how to prevent, treat and stay ahead of this common condition.

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What doctors wish patients knew about myocarditis

Inflammation of the heart sounds scary—and it can be. Lauren Weber, MD, a cardiologist at Confluence Health, discusses what to know about myocarditis. 

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What doctors wish patients knew about wearing sunscreen

Most people do not wear sunscreen properly. Two dermatologists explain what to look for and how to properly apply sunscreen, no matter the season.

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What doctors wish patients knew about e-cigarettes

Also known as vapes, e-cigarettes may seem safe to use, but they are not. Bilal Bangash, MD, of Bayhealth, shares more about vaping. 

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What doctors wish patients knew about improving eye health

Good vision is essential for our daily lives, yet many people overlook eye health. An ophthalmologist shares how patients can keep their eyes healthy.

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What doctors wish patients knew about “summer finger bumps”

The blisters, a symptom of dyshidrotic eczema, can happen year-round. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health dermatologist Robert Bai, MD, shares more.

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What doctors wish patients knew about lung cancer screening

By the time lung cancer signs and symptoms develop, it’s harder to treat. But screening and prevention can reduce the risk of dying from lung cancer.

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What doctors wish patients knew about getting a cesarean section

Often called a C-section, this is the most common major surgery performed in the U.S. Cindy Celnik, MD, an ob-gyn at HCA Healthcare, shares more.

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