Doctor’s Day is an annual observance celebrated on March 30th in the United States. It is a day to recognize and appreciate the contributions of physicians who serve their communities. The day was first observed in 1933 by Eudora Brown Almond, wife of Dr. Charles B. Almond.
Uderm would like to thank Dr. Jonathan Miller and Dr. Brittanya Limone for providing quality dermatology care as well as demonstrating love, humility, and faith to both patients and their families. We appreciate their commitment to their staff by showing respect, and encouraging both open communication and teamwork.
If so, you may have heard of PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy. It is a relatively new treatment for hair loss that is gaining popularity due to its effectiveness.
So, what is PRP, and how does it work to help with hair loss? PRP is a procedure that harnesses the healing properties of your own blood plasma. A sample of your blood is taken and processed in a centrifuge to separate the plasma from the other components. The plasma is then injected into the scalp to promote hair growth.
How does PRP work? Platelets are tiny cells found in your blood that contain important proteins and growth factors. When injected into the scalp, these growth factors stimulate the dormant hair follicles, encouraging them to start producing thicker, healthier hair. In addition, the platelets also stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, which can help to strengthen and rejuvenate the scalp.
PRP has been found to be extremely effective for certain types of hair loss. It is especially helpful for those suffering from androgenic alopecia, also known as female or male pattern baldness. Recently, new studies are also showing PRP as an effective adjunct to treatment for scarring types of hair loss such as lichen planopilaris, frontal fibrosing alopecia, and central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA). Studies have show that PRP treatments can help to reduce shedding and increase the thickness of existing hairs.
Dr. Limone is a board-certified dermatologist with extensive training in medical, pediatric, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology. She received her medical doctorate, along with academic and leadership scholarships and coursework honors, from the Loma Linda University School of Medicine in Loma Linda, CA. She then completed her internal medicine internship at the University of California in Riverside prior to completing her dermatology residency at the Loma Linda University Medical Center.
Dr. Limone has been active in research with over 15 peer-reviewed publications in journals such as JAAD Case Reports, Dermatitis, Pediatric Dermatology, and the Federal Practitioner. She has presented at national conferences and has been actively involved in medical student education and mentorship.
Dr. Limone is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology and maintains membership at the American Academy of Dermatology, the Society of Pediatric Dermatology, and the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society.
Prior to medicine, Dr. Limone obtained an undergraduate degree in business administration from Southern Adventist University and a masters degree in bioethics at Loma Linda University. Outside of medicine, Dr. Limone enjoys spending time with her husband, son, and dog as well as writing, hiking, hobby photography, and home décor/DIYs.
Known as the gold standard in treating skin cancers, micrographic Mohs surgery is a highly effective treatment for the removal of the most common types of skin cancers. It is actually named for the medical student who perfected it back in the 1930s, but has since been modified to today’s standards. If your dermatologist has recommended this procedure to treat your skin cancer, here is what to expect with Mohs surgery.
You’re an adult now, mature, have a good job, and have let go of all your youthful indiscretions. So why are you getting acne like you did as a teenager? It doesn’t seem fair. Let’s take a deep dive at understanding adult acne causes and treatments.
We all worry about moles, skin tags, and other strange looking lesions. Are they the beginning of cancer or are they harmless? There are those who think it is safe to remove these unwanted skin growths themselves.
Everyone should be wary of the sun, and other factors, regardless of the time of year. Let’s learn how family and personal history affects your skin cancer risk.
Whether you have “not so fond” memories of acne breakouts as a teen, you continue to have blemish problems even as an adult, or you have a teen suffering with it now, acne is embarrassing and can be painful. Understanding the different types of acne will help you know how to treat it as an adult or with your own teen, and when to see Uderm.
Most of us turn to our primary care doctor for skin irritations, simple rashes, and bug bites. Sometimes, cases arise which require the assistance of a specialist in skin care like a dermatologist, but how do we know the difference? The bigger question is how to tell when you need to see a dermatologist.
There was a time when moles were known as “beauty marks.” Honestly. When they are on your face, they are pretty distinctive, but moles can develop anywhere on your body. If you are born with one or several, when they appear, and what they look like are all important factors. So exactly when should you worry about a mole?
We’re thrilled to announce that starting Monday, March 10, our Hixson location will be seeing patients in our upgraded office just down the street:
2835 Northpoint Blvd, Suite 101, Hixson, TN 37343.
Please make a note of this new address for your upcoming appointments. Any previously-scheduled times remain unchanged. We look forward to welcoming you to our new facility!
