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How DermSurgery Associates is keeping patients safe with telemedicine appointments.

COVID-19: How We’re Keeping Our Dermatology Patients Safe With Telemedicine and New Safety Protocols

Keeping Texas residents safe and healthy has always been our greatest priority at DermSurgery Associates. In light of the COVID-19 virus, we're taking extra measures to provide exceptional care while limiting your potential exposure. Now, you don't have to leave your home to meet with a board-certified dermatologist in the Houston area. Telemedicine makes it …

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Tips for skin care during COVID-19

6 Dermatologist-Approved Tips for Skin Care During COVID-19

Any disruption to your daily routine can bring about changes to your skin. So it’s no surprise the COVID-19 social distancing recommendations have many people searching for the best ways to care for their skin, especially between in-person visits to the dermatologist. Our Houston-area professionals compiled a few helpful tips for giving your skin the …

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DermSurgery Associates

TELEMEDICINE: News you can use

Access to Medicare telehealth services has been broadened so that beneficiaries can receive certain services without having to travel. This benefit is temporary in response to the threat of Coronavirus. Patients who are at a high-risk of complications from the virus are encouraged to use these services with our participating dermatologists and PA’s. Telemedicine generally …

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DermSurgery Associates

COVID19

DermSurgery Associates offices are open during regular business hours. We have put safeguards in place and are rescheduling patients who are actively ill or patients have potential exposure to COVID19. Please remember to practice good hygiene. Some of our Physicians & PA’s will be able to host a virtual telemedicine visit for you. Please contact …

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DermSurgery Associates – Houston Dermatologist | What Is Alopecia and What Is the Best Way to Treat It?

What Is Alopecia & What Is the Best Way to Treat It?

Affecting nearly 7 million Americans, alopecia is a frustrating condition. What is alopecia? The short answer is “hair loss,” but the longer answer takes into account the various types of alopecia. Alopecia areata, for instance, is a condition that causes hair to fall out in small, often unnoticed patches. The condition can worsen into alopecia universalis, …

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DermSurgery Associates – Houston Dermatologist | 5 Spring Skin-Care Tips

5 Spring Skin-Care Tips

Spring means it’s time to renovate your skin-care routine New baby-green leaves on the trees, blooming wildflowers, warmer weather. The signs of spring are everywhere. The change in the season affects our bodies, just as it affects the natural world around us. As the environment shifts, so should your skin care routine. Here are the …

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What Triggers Eczema? Tips for Relief and Prevention

Winter weather can be tough on your skin, especially if you’re prone to eczema. The cold air, low humidity, and indoor heating can strip your skin of essential moisture, leading to dryness, itching, and irritation. At DermSurgery Associates, we understand the challenges eczema sufferers face during the colder months. If your eczema tends to flare …

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Empower yourself: be an educated and informed patient.

As a patient, you are constantly being marketed to. Arm yourself with knowledge and know how to find the appropriate provider for your issues. 1. Only see a board-certified Dermatologist for your skin conditions! Some providers will market themselves or their practice as “Dermatology”; however, they have never received ANY formal training in dermatology! Anybody …

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Woman with red, itchy forearm.

Psoriasis and You

Psoriasis is a common skin condition where increased inflammation causes skin rashes that are thick and scaly. Dr. Riahi wants to educate you about some other associations. 1. Increased risk of heart attack: patients with psoriasis have an increased risk of heart attack. Make sure you have a PCP or Cardiologist who is monitoring your …

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