Posts by Aglow Dermatology:
Dr. Strachan speaking at Hair + 2019!
If you are in Atlanta September 22-24, 2019, come learning from a variety of industry professionals about solutions for hair loss. Aglow Dermatology’s own Dr. Dina Strachan will be speaking on Sunday as part of the Phyto USA team. Details here: www.hairplussummit.com
- Posted on: Sep 19 2019
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Got hair loss? Get a proper diagnosis.
One of my pet peeves when a new patient comes to me for a second opinion about hair loss is to discover that the person has been under treatment by another doctor who has not taken the step of establishing a diagnosis. I realize that sometimes patients have been told a diagnosis that they did..Read More »
- Posted on: Sep 15 2019
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Modern Salon interview on hair loss with Dr. Strachan!
As an internationally-recognized hair loss expert, Dr. Strachan loves to share her expertise with professional in other industries. Check out her interview and video in one of the hair styling industries leading publications– Modern Salon!
- Posted on: Jul 14 2019
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Your heart and you…hair?
Androgentic alopecia, or male/female pattern hair loss, is the most common cause of hair loss. Its cause is usually genetic, but it can also occur as a result of hormonal problems. Although many regard the problem as merely cosmetic, onset of this type of hair loss before age 36 years old is associated with an..Read More »
- Posted on: Jun 22 2019
5 reasons patients should care about the credentials of their physicians
The world has changed tremendously since I started my journey to become a board-certified dermatologist. It shouldn’t be a surprise. The journey was long: 1. College (Harvard) – four years2. Medical school (Yale) – four years3. Internal medicine internship (spending every 3rd night in the hospital- University of California, San Francisco) – one year4. Dermatology..Read More »
- Posted on: Jun 5 2019
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Hacking social media’s blurred lines- guest interview on The Culture Soup podcast
Credentials matter– especially in healthcare. Do you know whether your doctor is a physician? Check out Dr. Strachan’s interview on the popular podcast, The Culture Soup, with L. Michelle Smith https://www.spreaker.com/user/10917884/ep-28-hacking-social-medias-blurred-line
- Posted on: May 16 2019
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$52 for 52 weeks- Stoneman Douglas Victims’ Fund- Musings of an NYC Dermatologist
There are no words to describe the tragic school shooting that recent took place at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida–nor the 17 others that had already taken place this year by mid February. But perhaps there are, in fact, words– never again. Gun violence is more than a political issue– it’s a..Read More »
- Posted on: Feb 24 2018
$52 for 52 weeks – Literacy Partners – Musings of an NYC Dermatologist
Without being able to read, I would not have the life that I have. Literacy Partners changes lives through the power of reading. Either in kindergarten or first grade, my parents gifted me with a book club subscription. It was exciting to wait for my book every month. The books started out with a lot..Read More »
- Posted on: Feb 14 2018
$52 for 52 weeks- Edward and Musicians on Call
Although our blogging has been off schedule for the last two weeks (due to sinus challenges), our giving has not. Last week, pondering to whom we should give as I was about the get on the subway, I found myself standing behind a homeless man begging for coffee money–and I had cash. “My office makes..Read More »
- Posted on: Feb 7 2018
Concierge Service- Musings of an NYC Dermatologist
Although Aglow Dermatology prides itself on providing excellent service with efficiency while participating in a variety of health insurance plans some of our patients have needs outside of the customary. That’s diversity. Personality research shows that whereas some people prefer limited, concise communication, others are more comfortable with much longer explanations. Others simply are so..Read More »
- Posted on: Jan 25 2018