Yale Dermatology

Associate Professor of Dermatology Sara Perkins, MD, and other experts report a correlation between common GLP-1 medications and hair loss. Learn more about why this side effect may occur and how you can take action. allure.com/story/glp-1-ha…

#MohsSurgery is a technique for treating certain types of skin #cancer where thin layers of tissue are removed and examined one at a time until no cancer cells remain. “Mohs surgery allows us to be as precise as possible,” Sean Christensen, MD says. youtube.com/watch?v=dZZTBf…

This week's Staff Spotlight features Associate Director of Clinical Operations Ilsa Otero. She is committed to optimizing operations within our clinical practices, thereby facilitating the work of providers and staff and enhancing access to care. medicine.yale.edu/dermatology/ne…

Associate Professor of Dermatology Christopher Bunick, MD, PhD, offers a guide to preserving skin health during the frigid winter months, including supplementing with vitamin D, applying sunscreen, and considering a new treatment for chronic hand eczema. wtnh.com/news/health/ho…

Cold, dry winter weather can be tough on skin, especially for those with eczema. Here are some tips to help soothe those dry, itchy patches: yalemedicine.org/news/kids-ecze… #WinterSkinCare #eczema #DrySkin #Winter #SkinCare #dermatology

The 2025 Yale Faculty Innovation Awards honor academic founders whose startups—rooted in Yale research—are advancing breakthroughs in health, sustainability, and engineering. Meet the awardees: ventures.yale.edu/news/lab-launc…

There’s no need to “fix” young, healthy skin—but many kids want elaborate routines and products that could do more harm than good. Read more here: yalemedicine.org/news/when-kids… #skincare @yalederm

In the latest Staff Spotlight, meet Data Control Assistant Daelyn Yasgar, who supports the diagnostic work and research of the Dermatopathology Division and is motivated to help her team make a difference. medicine.yale.edu/dermatology/ne…

A new #vaccine developed by YSM researchers at Yale Cancer Center could be an effective tool for treating merkel cell #carcinoma, a rare and aggressive #SkinCancer. Learn more: medicine.yale.edu/news-article/y…

We are pleased to announce that Lieping Chen, MD, PhD, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine! medicine.yale.edu/dermatology/ne…

We are proud to announce that Jennifer McNiff, MD, professor of dermatology and pathology and medical director of Yale Dermatopathology, is the recipient of the Yale Medicine Distinguished Clinical Career Award! medicine.yale.edu/dermatology/ne…

“Social media is having such a huge influence on what we’re using in our #skin and every individual is acting like their own clinician and trying to diagnose their own skin type and experiment with different regimens,” said Dr. Suozzi of @YaleMed. apnews.com/article/skin-c…

According to Associate Professor of Dermatology Jeffrey Cohen, MD, MPH, and other experts, the shingles vaccine could do more than prevent a painful, blistering rash. It could also ward off other health complications, from stroke to cognitive decline. nationalgeographic.com/health/article…

Psoriasis is one of the most common skin conditions in the world. The condition, characterized by raised plaques of inflamed, red skin and white scales that can “flake off,” affects people of all ages—even infants. yalemedicine.org/conditions/pso… #psoriasis #psoriasisawarenessmonth

Many people are surprised to learn that areas like the scalp + tops of feet can get significant sun exposure, says @suozziskindoc. “While UV radiation is the leading cause of most #skincancers, it’s not the only factor.” time.com/7300863/what-t… @YaleCancer @yalederm @TIME

Although it is not the most common form of skin cancer, melanoma is responsible for the most cancer deaths. Here, a Yale Medicine dermatologist discusses ways to screen yourself for the most dangerous type of skin cancer. bit.ly/3GZpHiI #melanoma #skincancer @yalederm

Congratulations to Dr. Michael Girardi, recipient of the 2025 Translational Research Program Award from @LLSusa to support his research developing new treatments for T-cell #lymphoma. #CTCL yalecancercenter.org/news-article/d… @SmilowCancer @YaleMed @YNHH @yalederm

Is a mineral or chemical sunscreen best? Can you make your own natural sunscreen? Is spray or lotion better? Get answers to your sunscreen questions from Yale Medicine dermatologists: bit.ly/3Gog255 #skincancer #skincancerawareness #sunscreen #safesummer

We are thrilled to announce our 2025 Pilot Project Program Awards! Learn more about studies to better diagnose and treat blood flow problems in the brain, heart, and hands of women here: medicine.yale.edu/whr/news-artic… 🎉@YaleMed @NeurologyYale @YaleCardiology @YaleDerm #womenshealth

The @US_FDA's recent recall of six #acne products is a "victory for patient safety," says @yalederm's Chris Bunick, MD, PhD, after researchers discovered they were contaminated with #cancer-causing #benzene: medicine.yale.edu/news-article/w…