By Michael Leslie, MD, PhD As May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, I would like to take this opportunity to encourage each and every one of you to take a moment for self-care. With our hectic lifestyles and numerous obligations, it is easy to overlook the importance of a routine skin exam or push it […]
Dermatology
Sunscreens That Vanguard Dermatologists Use
As the weather continues to warm and more and more people begin setting plans for spring and summer getaways, it’s important to find a sunscreen that suits your lifestyle and your skin type. Picking that perfect sunscreen can be difficult, but with unprotected sun exposure accounting for millions of new skin cancer diagnoses each year […]
Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons with 9 Locations – Why Vanguard Skin Specialists continues to grow.
All too often, the fields of dermatology and plastic surgery are lumped wholly in the category of elective medicine, procedures performed solely for the benefit of one’s appearance or services that are not medically necessary. While general health practices and dental care are made widely available to communities throughout the United States, we believe that […]
Dedicated to Providing the Best Dermatology Care in Parker and Castle Rock
Recently, Vanguard Skin Specialists has been fortunate to extend its services to the communities of Parker and Castle Rock. As part of our commitment to our patients, Dermatology care is now available at both locations, provided in part by two dedicated Vanguard team members, dermatologist Dr. Adam Vaudreuil and dermatology physician assistant Rachel Frederickson, PA-C. […]
Top Tips for Strong, Healthy Nails
By Rachel Frederickson, PA-C During the last two years, you may have noticed that your nails have been more likely to split and peel. In fact, I have had an increased number of patients bring up concerns about brittle nails since the pandemic started. While this may be surprising, there is good reason for it. […]
The Season for Itchy Skin – Advice from Your Dermatologist
By Dr. Adam Vaudreuil The winter is upon us, bringing us snow capped mountains, hot cocoa, and our favorite winter sports. However, with shorter and colder days, many Coloradans may also notice their skin becoming drier. The combination of cold weather and indoor heating tends to dry out our skin in the winter months, and […]
Topical Chemotherapy for Skin Cancer: What is it and When is it the Right Treatment Option?
One of our greatest responsibilities at Vanguard Skin Specialists is the detection and treatment of skin cancer. While all skin cancers should be taken seriously, treatment options do vary depending on their type and severity. For many cases, Mohs Micrographic Surgery offers the best cure rate. For others, liquid nitrogen may be applied as a […]