Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

An increasing number of studies are showing that a diet rich in carotenoids that are pro-Vitamin A (like Carrots) is associated with a reduced risk of Squamous Cell Carcinoma.  There Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

 Red tide hits Sarasota and Manatee Counties causing Rashes - Elsa may have contributed to this red tide presence and there is an increase in skin irritations and eye irritations Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

Some Highlights from the Annual Meeting of the Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology this Weekend held in New Castle, NH Changing moles in pregnancy should not be ignored! At the annual Massachusetts Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

New study in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that a new medicine Ligelizumab may be better than antihistamines and xolair in controlling chronic urticaria. In the post it Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

The nails take a lot of abuse. From gardening and dishes to regular wear and tear, harsh chemicals and hard work can really take a toll on the condition of Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

Acne is the most common of all skin disorders, affecting almost everyone at some point in their lives. While most people outgrow acne in their late teens or early twenties, Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

You may be concerned about the safety of sunscreen products as there has been recent news on active ingredients in sunscreen being found in measurable quantities in peoples’ bloodstreams.Our recommendations Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

Have you heard of Toxicodendron radicans? No? Well, you have likely heard of their colloquial name—poison ivy. Sporting leaves filled with Urushiol, an oily resin that can cause a painful Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

Warts are small, harmless growths that develop on the skin. You may notice only one or they may grow in clusters. While they are usually painless, sometimes they can develop Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

Thinking about fillers? Dermal filler injections can give you a more youthful look for a fraction of what a facelift costs. Dermal fillers are soft tissue fillers injected into the Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

The telltale signs of aging skin—wrinkles, puffy eyes, age spots—may start to appear as we grow older. We can’t fight the aging process, but we can take steps now to Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. Fortunately, it rarely develops without warning, and the number of fatalities caused by melanoma could be greatly reduced if people were aware Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

Stinging Nettle still around!! Despite the cold, stinging nettle is still around! Beware of this plant called Stinging Nettle found along hiking trails and streams with its characteristic green tapered Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

Psoriasis doesn’t just impact someone’s appearance but it can also affect someone’s quality of life. Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that leads to itching, burning patches of skin known Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

A new pill for eczema is in final trials and showing great promise!  Abrocitinib is a JAK inhibitor that is in phase three trials and seems to be effective and Read more

Author: Dr. Nadia Satya Urato, MD, FAAD

The American Contact Dermatitis Society has named a new allergen of the year: Acetophenone Azine which can be found in the foam used to make shin guards, flip flops, and Read more