Las Vegas Dermatology - Las Vegas Dermatology - For a healthier and more beautiful life

While a resident at Scott & White of the Texas A&M University Health System, Dr. Greenberg's interest in drug reactions and alternative treatments to skin cancers blossomed. A series of patients with severe clinical reactions to imiquimod, but wonderful outcomes was recognized by Dr.'s Greenberg, Cohen, Orengo & Rosen. An article was written about these patients- and a presentation based on these patients earned Dr. Greenberg an award at the Texas Dermatological Society meeting of May 2006.

Greenberg HL, Cohen JL, Orengo I, Rosen T. Severe reaction to 5% imiquimod cream with excellent clinical and cosmetic outcomes, Journal of Drugs in Dermatology Vol 6, Issue 4; April, 2007 pgs 452-458.

While on a dermatology elective at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Dr. Greenberg worked with Dr.'s David Fivenson & Tor Schwayder on an article regarding the use of Lotrisone (betamethasone/clotrimazole) in pediatric patients. Lotrisone is a combination product that many physicians use to treat disorders of the skin when the diagnosis is in question. The major problems with Lotrisone are identified within the article- but are related to the high potency steroid component of the product: striae, thinning of the skin and blood vessels being brought to the surface were all seen as complications from long term drug use. The article suggests that Lotrisone should not be used in children, especially for extended periods of time because of the side effect profile.

Greenberg, H.L., Shwayder, T.A., Biezck, N., Fivenson, D.: Clotrimazole/ Betamethasone Diproprionate: A Review of Costs and Complications in the Treatment of Common Cutaneous Fungal Infections. Pediatric Dermatology Volume 19 (1), p.78-81, January/February 2002.

 

At Sun City Summerlin, Dr. Greenberg lectured on Psoriatic Arthritis and Psoriasis on behalf of the Southern Nevada Branch of the Arthritis Foundation.

Caridee English- National Spokesperson for the National Psoriasis Foundation with Dr. Greenberg- Speaker at the National Psoriasis Foundation annual meeting at the Flamingo Hilton-Las Vegas, NV- August 17th, 2007.

In 2009, Las Vegas Dermatology and Dr. Greenberg continued to provide complimentary safe sun screenings at local casino pools at the Venetian and Mirage hotels. These services were provided in combination with Xania Woodman of the Las Vegas Weekly for skin cancer awareness month (the month of May).

In 2008, Las Vegas Dermatology in combination with Skin Cancer Survivor/Model Denise Pernula and Xania Woodman of the Las Vegas Weekly/The Circuit provided complimentary skin cancer screenings poolside at local casino venues for skin cancer awareness month (the month of May).

 

May is skin cancer awareness month. Olay & the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery along with Las Vegas Dermatology asked the public to get screened through the, "Skin Cancer Takes Friends" campaign. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world. In the U.S., there are 1 million new cases of non-melanoma skin cancer per year & 1/3 of all cancers of all types are skin cancers- the numbers are greater than for any other cancer- breast, GI, prostate, etc.

Las Vegas Dermatology is proud to annouce that we are now able to provide laser therapies for our patients using the most effective and well-researched lasers in the industry. Dr. Greenberg has had a special interest in the use of lasers since he was an Internal Medicine Resident at Georgetown University Hospital. While there, Dr. Greenberg co-authored a book chapter on lasers and their use in the treatment of scars and striae.

Since that time, Dr. Greenberg has evaluated mutliple laser systems in a variety of teaching institutions, private offices and numerous dermatology and cosmetic dermatology conferences. The lasers chosen for use at Las Vegas Dermatology are at the forefront of laser technology.

We're often asked, "what is the Best sunscreen". There are many answers to this question: The 1st answer is one you will use.  Even when using sunscreen, most people do not use enough product.  It is important to reapply it every 2 hours while outdoors, or after coming out of a swimming pool or sweating.

The 2nd answer to which sunscreen is the best- is one with both UVA & UVB Protection- there are physical and chemical blockers in sunscreen. Physical blockers include zinc and titanium dioxide- they physically block the UV rays from your body. Chemical blockers include Parsol 1789 & will chemically affect changes from the UV rays.  Over time, the chemicals in these chemical blockers will break down, emphasizing the importance of re-application.

Many of the products out there are equivalent, but there are definitely differences between products. We offer a number of different sunscreens including Solbar and Vivite.  Additionally, we have many sunscreen samples from Aveeno, Eucerin, Neutrogena and Cetaphil for our patients to try.

Tanning can be hazardous to your skin's health.

There is no such thing as a, "Healthy Tan". There are many debates and myths regarding tanning, the need for a tan, tanning booths, and vitamin D insufficiency. Like drinking alcohol or smoking cigarettes, certain behaviors may not be healthy and may be even worse in excess. As a dermatology practice, we deal with a segment of society that has skin problems, many of which are related to a lifetime of sun exposure, sun burn or other skin insult. Preventing sun damage in the first place is a lot easier than treating damage after the fact.

Watch this video from the American Academy of Dermatology on the dangers of tanning

Enjoy this music video on tanning and skin care from the American Academy of Dermatology.