Goldman Dermatology

02/27/2026

Pillows are an underated part of the medical exam. At , We choose the finest pillows that enhance the exam and the experience. All I know is when you put your chin up for the eye exam, you don’t dare move. As a dermatologist, I am a little jealous of my ophthalmologist.

02/23/2026

An infected finger aka paronychia is an infection of the skin surrounding the fingernail or toenail. It is usually caused by something sliding underneath the nail plate though I have seen it after manicures or in people who bite their nails. It can get quite painful as the skin can only swell so much. In this case, the patient was moving and the edge of cardboard box got under the nail. This person grew group B strep which can be aggressive. Sometimes the best treatment is surgical.

02/19/2026

New rule bottles cannot be larger than the person carrying them.

02/13/2026

These nearly invisible patches provide sun protection on the delicate cheek skin near the eye. I am such a fan of UPF; think thin lightweight shirts that cover your arms and back. Something you could wear for 12 hours. Applying sunscreen every 2 hours doesnt always happen in the real world.

Dont forget the sunscreen patches are not solo devices but work in tandem of SPF all over your face.

Pros:
12 hour UVA/UVB proections (claimed)
SPF 50
peptides/hyaluronic acid serums are bonus

Cons
Does not wash off. It must be peeled.
Must be used in combination with sunscreen

02/06/2026

No patient wants to end up in the . The most innocuous symptom turns out to be stage 4. It keeps me up at night.

01/29/2026

01/27/2026

tetracycline, doxycycline and minocycline are widely used for acne but are typically avoided for patients under age 12 by dermatologists although some pediatricians say avoid under age 8. The tetracyclines can bind teeth causing enamel hypoplasia and teeth staining which can be permanent. The beauty is streaming on and Hats off to the and for getting it right.

01/18/2026

We all know that guy who wont use any moisturizer during the coldest winter we’ve had in years. Note, a guy who is already reluctant is not going to want anything with fragrance. When they say they dont like the way it feels, tell them “Feeling is Healing”

Some favorite lightweight recommendations:

Hydroboost gel cream by
Aveeno lotion
lotion
lotion

01/16/2026

Vaseline Rosy Lips is by every duane reade check out. Who doesnt want rosy lips👄 Most people will be fine with it. Potential allergens include linalool, tocopheryl (vitamine E) and flavor. Texture a lot better than vaseline though so if want to try something new, have at it.