April is Rosacea Awareness Month

This month, we bring light to a skin condition that affects over 16 million people in the U.S. commonly found in adults over 30.

Symptoms are:

Facial redness. Rosacea usually causes a persistent redness in the central portion of your face. Small blood vessels on your nose and cheeks often swell and become visible.

Swollen red bumps. Many people who have rosacea also develop bumps on their face that resemble acne. These bumps sometimes contain pus. Your skin may feel hot and tender.

Eye problems. About half of the people with rosacea also experience eye dryness, irritation and swollen, reddened eyelids. In some people, rosacea eye symptoms precede the skin symptoms.

Enlarged nose. Rarely, rosacea can thicken the skin on the nose, causing the nose to appear bulbous (maraschino). This occurs more often in men than in women.

Since treatment is different for every patient, it is recommended that you visit a dermatologist for a tailored treatment plan.

Treatments for rosacea include oral and topical medications, lifestyle modifications, laser and light therapies and surgical procedures (used mostly for advanced cases). These treatments are often combined for better results.

The good news is that rosacea can be controlled and manageable with the right treatments and lifestyle.

For more information on rosacea visit The National Rosacea Society website.

If you are having any signs of this disease, schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates.

Creator of Visha Skin Care Line, Dr. Purvisha Patel visits Local Memphis Live

Dr. Patel visits WAN-TV's "Local Memphis Live" with Amy Speropoulos February 24th.

Discover a world of luxurious corrective skin care products that are affordable, saves time and will have you glowing with beautiful skin. These groundbreaking formulations are for all skin types, men and women, as well as pregnant women too!

Visha Skin Care saves time in which one product is used twice a day to reduce fine lines, eliminates dark spots, treats hyperpigmentation and fades acne scars.

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For more information visit www.vishaskincare.com

Employee Spotlight: Dr. Craig Gordon

Dr. Craig Gordon was raised in Sharon, Tennessee. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from The University of Tennessee in Knoxville and studied medicine at The University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center in Memphis. He completed a one-year study of internal medicine at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville before moving to Jacksonville, Florida to complete a dermatology residency at The Mayo Clinic. During his residency, Dr. Gordon worked and trained with dermatologists at all Mayo campuses including Rochester, Minnesota, and Scottsdale, Arizona. He served as a resident board member of the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery from 2014 to 2015 and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery.

What led you to your career

I chose dermatology because it was the specialty that appealed most to me. I like how it incorporates multiple medical disciplines including surgery, advanced medical cases, and pathology in an outpatient setting.

What are some of your goals in working in this field?

My first goal while working in this field is to provide excellent patient care. After all, I’m here for patients and they are the reason why I wanted to be a doctor in the first place. Another goal I have is to be the doctor who brings relief for patients with the difficult medical cases that other doctors haven’t been able to diagnose and treat.  

What do you like most about your job?

There are many aspects of my job that I enjoy, but if I had to decide on the number one thing, I would have to say interacting with patients and learning about their life stories. You can learn so much from listening to another person’s walk through life.

What are three career lessons you've learned thus far?

Three career lessons I have learned so far would be to always listen to your patients, appreciate and respect those you work with, and try to start everyday on the best foot possible.

Tell us three things most people don't know about you.

A few things most people don’t know about me would be that I grew up on a farm in rural northwest Tennessee, I love working on crossword puzzles in my free time, and The Commissary is my favorite restaurant in town.

What kinds of hobbies and interests do you have outside of work?

My favorite hobby outside of work is gardening tropical plants. I have a large collection of bromeliads I tend to daily.

Where is the best place you traveled to and why?

The best place I have traveled to is Arizona. I love how the landscape ranges from the majestic desert to the high mountains. I’ve camped at the Grand Canyon and explored many of the modern and progressive cities out there.

What is your favorite book?

Although it is considered Young Adult Literature, my favorite book is Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.

What is your personal philosophy?

My personal philosophy can be summed up in one phrase: Learn from every day.

March Exclusive Specials and Events

Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates, Visha MediSpa and Visha Skin Care are offering an amazing March with exclusive specials, a Bellafill happy hour event at Napa Cafe on March 29 and an appearance at the Southern Women’s Show on March 11-13!

“We are excited to offer 10% off all spa services and to be a part of this year’s Southern Women’s Show and Bellafill event offering new and existing clients special pricing on services and on the Visha Skin Care line,” said Dr. Patel, owner of Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates, Visha MediSpa, and creator of Visha Skin Care. 

With spring around the corner, March is the perfect time to begin taking care of your skin. Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates and Visha MediSpa are offering 10% off of all spa and cosmetic services (excluding Ultherapy). Choose from a selection of services from cosmetic to spa services such as a facials, laser skin rejuvenation, Kybella, CoolSculpting, and more. For a complete list of spa services visit http://www.advanceddermatologymemphis.com/

It’s that time of the year again where thousands of people come together for a weekend of beauty, fashion and food at the Southern Women’s Show on March 11^th – 13^th at the Agricenter in Memphis, Tennessee. Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates and Visha Skin Care will be offering exclusive discounts to attendees. Stop by the booth and take advantage of these specials. For tickets to the Southern Women’s Show visit https://southernshows.com/wme

Join Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates for an evening of beauty and happy hour at the Bellafill event on March 29^th from 4 – 7 p.m. at Napa Café, 5101 Sanderlin Ave., Memphis, TN 38117. Learn all things skin care and treatments including diminishing smile lines and acne scars. 

Spaces are limited, so save the last minute rush and RSVP at (901) 759 – 2322.

For more information, visit www.vishaskincare.com  and http://www.advanceddermatologymemphis.com/