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Winter Eczema Flare-Ups
January 29, 2025
Winter often brings more than just chilly weather; it can also lead to uncomfortable issues like winter eczema flare-ups. If your skin is red, swollen, itchy, or develops bumps and flaky patches,... Read More
Winter Holiday Skincare
December 21, 2024
Whether you’re a snow bird enjoying mild winters here or a full-time resident of Central Florida, it’s important to understand winter skincare in warmer climates. Although temperatures... Read More
Rise in Skin Cancer Rate for Veterans
November 6, 2024
U.S. military members experience unique challenges both during and after their tour of duty. Unfortunately, these can be associated with greater morbidity across different diseases. A recent... Read More
Ozempic Face: Managing Skin Sag
October 14, 2024
A novel term recently coined by the media is “ozempic face.” It refers to a noticeable effect of using semaglutide, a medication commonly prescribed under the brand name Ozempic for... Read More
Weathering Acne in Central Florida
August 26, 2024
A very common skin condition that arises when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells is called acne. This clogging can be triggered by various factors, including hormonal... Read More
Florida 'Live Healthy' Bill Signed Into Law
July 1, 2024
With a clear aim to improve access to health care and boost the number of doctors and healthcare providers available throughout Florida communities, Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed a package... Read More
Melanoma & Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May 24, 2024
In observance of Melanoma & Skin Cancer Awareness Month, May is designated to shed light on the growing prevalence of skin cancer in the United States. The disease now ranks as the most common... Read More
Associates in Dermatology Celebrates 35 Years this Summer
April 29, 2024
In the sunny realms of Central Florida, members of our community have unparalleled access to the great outdoors. It is, however, a blessing that comes with its own set of challenges. With... Read More
Tragic Death of Bob Marley from Toe-Nail Melanoma
February 29, 2024
Released on Valentine’s Day 2024, the movie One Love received mixed reviews from critics. But, on its opening day in the U.S., the film about Bob Marley’s life broke records by earning... Read More
Season Greetings from Associates in Dermatology
December 15, 2023
Dr. Michael Steppie and the entire team at Associates in Dermatology want to wish you Happy Holidays and a healthy New Year. This is a joyous time and the time for you to indulge yourself in... Read More