Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Blog
Breast Cancer Awareness – Dermatologists have a role
The following is a cursory review of some of the excerpts reported by Naseem Miller of Skin & Allergy News about a talk I gave on September 19th at the annual meeting of the Florida Society of Dermatologic Surgeons. We are grateful and honored that she would report on this most important topic. Dr. Dave […]
DI is moving – We have a new address in LaGrange!
Dermatology Institute has moved! Our new address is 380 South Davis Road, Lagrange Georgia. This new location is directly across from JC Penney’s and in the same complex as Mama Goldberg’s Deli. We will be having office hours in LaGrange on Tuesdays from 8:45 am -5 pm. Call our office at 770-400-8400. Thanks and we […]
Sunscreen Use- What you need to know
David T. Harvey, MD, FAAD, FACMS Mohs Surgeon & Cosmetic Dermatologist I happened upon a recent update on sunscreen use by a respected colleague and teacher Henry Lim and was quite impressed by the data presented in his article “Current Sun Protection Recommendations: A Clinical Update”. This article is a must read for all medical […]
New Topical Nail Fungus Treatment On The Market- Jublia™
David T. Harvey, MD, FAAD, FACMS Mohs Surgeon & Cosmetic Dermatologist Nail fungus is also referred to medically as onychomycosis. This is the most common nail disease and represents half of all nail disorders. Toenails are afflicted with nail fungus more often than fingernails. It affects just under 10 percent of the adult population. There […]
Skin Tightening and Lifting- a New Approach with Thermi RF
David T. Harvey, MD, FAAD, FACMS Mohs Surgeon & Cosmetic Dermatologist Thermi RF is a minimally-invasive treatment to both remove excess fat and tighten the skin. It uses radiofrequency energy to selectively heat the skin and improve contours in the neck, arms, abdomen and leg areas. Thermi RF has been recently cleared by the FDA. […]
Malignant Melanoma- Spot it and save a life!
David T. Harvey, MD Mohs Surgeon & Cosmetic Dermatologist Malignant Melanoma is known as one of the most aggressive types of skin malignancy. Melanoma accounts for less than 5% of skin cancer cases but causes a large majority of skin cancer deaths. In fact, it is estimated that about 9,480 people will die of melanoma […]
Welcome to Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology, PC, office of Dr. David Harvey
Welcome to Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology, PC, office of Dr. David Harvey He completed medical school training at Harvard Medical School and the Washington University School of Medicine. Subsequently, Dr. Harvey completed a primary care internal medicine residency at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry followed by a dermatology residency at the […]
Focus on Aesthetics, This Month’s Feature Laser Resurfacing
David T. Harvey, MD Mohs Surgeon & Cosmetic Dermatologist Laser resurfacing refers to a laser treatment that targets water in the skin. This procedure is the gold standard for skin rejuvenation. Damaged skin cells and wrinkles are replaced by healthy skin cells and newly stimulated collagen fibers. This procedure improves skin texture, wrinkles, and color […]
New Approaches to Dermal Fillers
David T. Harvey, MD, FAAD, FACMS Mohs Surgeon & Cosmetic Dermatologist I am happy to be posting live from Denver with an update on dermal fillers and neurotoxins. At the AAD meeting, we are learning that the latest buzz is surrounding Allergan’s newest filler –Juvederm Voluma for cheek augmentation. This filler is a naturally […]
Sun Protection Tips
David T. Harvey, MD Mohs Surgeon & Cosmetic Dermatologist The following is a list of commonly suggested recommendations by Dr. Harvey to help minimize excessive sun exposure and the risk of associated skin cancer development. The American Academy of Dermatology and American Cancer Society have come up with certain recommendations to follow. Remember that every […]
