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Dr. Roy Geronemus listed amongst New York Magazine's Best Doctors for 2010.
Dr. Geronemus has been selected for the 15th time.
Get Your Fill in the Hamptons
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The physicians at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York were a tour de force at the recent American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery meeting in Phoenix, Arizona on April 14-18, 2010
17 presentations by the LSSCNY physicians included the meeting's "best clinical paper" which was delivered by Dr. Elliot Weiss
Our other presentations include:"New Concepts in Rejuvenation of Photodamaged Skin"
"Update Non-Invasive Facial and Body Shaping"
"Updates and New Emerging Body Shaping Technology"
"Our Approach to Ablative Fractional Resurfacing"
"Our Approach to Pediatric Laser Procedures"
"Challenging Cases and Complications of Vascular Lesions"
"Fractional Complications"
"Improvement in Saddlebag Subcutaneous Fat Deposits and Cellulite Using a Bipolar Radiofrequency, Infrared, Vacuum and Mechanical Massage Device"
"Radiofrequency Assisted Liposuction for Contouring and Tightening of the Upper Arms"
"LED Photomodulation II: Effect of Energy Fluence on Procollagen Products of Human Skin Fibroblasts"
"LED Photomodulation III: Effect of Wavelengths and Ratio of Wavelengths on Gene Expressions in Human Skin Fibroblasts"
"Cancer Margin Detection"
"LED Photomodulation: Effects of Different Wavelengths and Delivery Modes on Selected Human Cell Types In Vitro"
"3-Dimensional Surface Imaging for Measuring Skin Tightening and Body Circumference"
"Finally! A Well-Tolerated and Effective Treatment for Actinic Keratoses on the Face"
"Ablative Fractional Resurfacing Plus Q-Switched Laser Therapy for the Treatment of Unwanted Tattoos"
Dr. Roy Geronemus and the physicians at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York will be hosting the annual Vascular Birthmark Foundation conference.
The Vascular Birthmark Foundation along with Dr. Roy Geronemus and The Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York Present The 2010 Vascular Birthmark Conference on October 9, 2010 at the NYU Medical Center and the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York.A presentation by the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York
"3-Dimensional Surface Imaging for Measuring Skin Tightening and Body Circumference" has been selected for the Best Overall Clinical Science award at the 30th American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery Annual Conference.Recent developments from our physicians at LSSCNY have been featured in the January and February issues of the prestigious Archives of Dermatology journal
. A major advancement in the treatment of surgical and traumatic scars utilizing the Fraxel Repair laser was reported in the study titled (need title here). The study has led to a significantly improved outcome in the appearance of a variety of scars. A simple but extraordinarily effective treatment of a common condition---bruising-- was described in (need title). This treatment can be used for bruises from fillers, botox, surgery or traumatic injury. The treatment is quite simple with a very quick response with improvement notes within hours.Allergan, Inc. Announces FDA Approval of JUVÉDERM(R) XC Dermal Filler Formulated with Lidocaine
First and Only Hyaluronic Acid Filler Approved to Last up to One Year from Initial Treatment Now Available with Lidocaine Providing Patients a More Comfortable Injection Experience
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The physicians at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New Year reached an agreement with McGraw-Hill to publish a book
The physicians at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York reached an agreement with McGraw-Hill to publish a book entitled “Laser and Light Treatments from the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York.” This book will be a up to date textbook for physicians covering the field of lasers, lights and related technologies. Publication is anticipated in 2011.
Opening at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York in February 2010
First Location in the United States!
Microskin International has assisted people from all over the world with skin related conditions such as, Vitiligo, Birthmarks, Burns, Eczema, Lupus, Keloid Scarring and all sun – sensitive skin conditions. Microskin offers a far superior color correction system, individually formulated for each client, allowing the user to feel confident in their own skin. Microskin International has since been nominated for and won numerous awards including the National Business Telstra Innovation Award, The Australian Government Business Innovation Award, The Commonwealth Small Business Champion Award and The Sensis Business Ideas Award. www.microskincenter.com for more information.FDA Approves Dysport
Our physicians at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York participated in the clinical trials to obtain FDA approval.Click here to read the announcement
New Treatment for Bruising
New Treatment for BruisingWe have just completed a study using one of our lasers for the treatment of bruising. Our patients have found this to be a very valuable approach towards clearing up bruises that occur following injections, surgery, and injury. The procedure is quick and relatively painless.Call the office for more information!(Only side "A" treated.)
The Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York ® physicians present new data at ASLMS meeting
The physicians at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York ® presented multiple papers at the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery annual meeting in Maryland, April 2009.Dr. Roy Geronemus presented on "Ablative Fractional Resurfacing”, “Complications of Fractional Resurfacing”, “Complications of Vascular Lesions”, “Lasers for Pediatric Lesions”. Dr. Anne Chapas presented on “Update Non-invasive Body Shaping and Cellulite Treatment.” and Dr. Lori Brightman presented on "Blephoplasty like results with periorbital fractional CO2 laser" and "Updates on Body Contouring"
Dr. Geronemus receives Presidential Citation from ASLMS
Dr. Roy Geronemus received a Presidential Citation from the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery on April 2, 2009 in recognition of his contributions to the field of laser medicine.New Laser Procedure for Leg Veins
CoolTouch (CTEV™) endovenous laser procedure is a minimally invasive, virtually painless, image-guided procedure that utilizes laser energy to close abnormally enlarged or dysfunctional veins in the legs. Incompetent leg veins can lead to varicose veins or extensive telangiectasia (unsightly spider veins). Additionally, patients with faulty or incompetent leg veins often suffer from swelling, aching pain, fatigue, cramping, burning, skin irritation or ulceration, or phlebitis (inflammation of the vein). Traditionally, the only way to treat reflux of the leg veins and associated symptoms was to surgically remove the faulty vein(s). Now, successful treatment can be achieved with a simple laser procedure, CoolTouch (CTEV™).CoolTouch (CTEV™) is performed on an outpatient basis using local anesthesia. A thin laser fiber is inserted through a tiny incision in the skin and positioned within the abnormal vein. As the fiber is slowly withdrawn, laser energy is delivered along the length of the damaged vein, causing it to close. The procedure is essentially painless, other than a slight needlestick with infiltration of local anesthesia. Compression stockings must be worn for several days following the procedure. Normal activity, including light exercise, may be resumed immediately following the procedure. Several weeks following the procedure, ultrasound is used to confirm closure of the treated vein. Subsequently, sclerotherapy (leg vein injections) may be used to clear remaining associated superficial veins.
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Coming Soon!! Reloxin
Studies performed in part at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York® have helped prove the effectiveness of a new alternative to Botox for facial lines and excess sweating. Reloxin will be available at our center once FDA clearance is obtained, which should be within a few months.Allergan to Introduce New Eyelash-Enhancing Drug
Following a New York Times story, the UK's Telegraph (1/15, Leonard) reports that Allergan, the pharmaceutical "company that smoothed out wrinkles with Botox (botulinum toxin type A) has made another beauty-enhancing breakthrough with" a product "that grows longer, thicker eyelashes." The company "plans to introduce Latisse (bimatoprost), the first US government-approved prescription drug for eyelash lengthening, at the end of the month." The drug is intended to treat "a condition known as hyptorichosis of the eyelashes, in which a sufferer does not have enough of them." As was the case "with Botox, which was originally developed to deal with eyelid and neck spasms by paralyzing the muscles, the cosmetic potential of Latisse was an unintended side effect of a drug created to deal with glaucoma.""Side-effects might include itchiness of the eyes and a gradual change in color of the iris," the UK's Independent (1/15, Usborne) notes. "And, aside from persuading their doctors to give them the necessary prescription, patients can expect to pay roughly $120 (£80) for a monthly dose."
According to AHN (1/14), "Allergan chief executive David Pyott estimates Latisse may bring in for the company $500 million in long-term sales." Pyott "believes many women would not mind spending $120 for a three milliliter dose of Latisse, which is just equivalent to a cup of coffee daily."
Tara Parker-Pope wrote in the New York Times (1/14) Well Blog that Latisse "has the same formula as Allergan's eye drops for glaucoma, called Lumigan (bimatoprost ophthalmic)," which "is one of several drugs in a category known as prostaglandin analogs, which are meant to reduce dangerous pressure in the eyeball." But, "unlike the version for glaucoma, Latisse isn't used as a drop, but instead is applied once daily to the base of the upper eyelashes with a disposable applicator."
Solta Medical Introduces Advanced Thermage Body Tip 16.0 for Faster Body Shaping and Contouring Treatments
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Dr. Elizabeth K. Hale
Dr. Hale has been promoted to Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at the New York University Medical Center.The Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York ® Welcomes Dr. Lori A. Brightman
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Lori Brightman has joined the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York ®. Dr. Lori Brightman is a Board Certified Dermatologist. She specializes in Mohs micrographic surgery, dermatologic surgery, cosmetic dermatology, and laser surgery. After graduating cum laude from Boston College, Dr. Brightman received her masters in medical science and medical degree from Boston University Medical School where she was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the national medical honors society. She was also the recipient of the Bertha Curtis Humanitarian Award. Dr. Brightman completed her residency training at Boston University /Tufts New England Medical Center combined program. Dr. Brightman continued her training in Skin Oncology at Boston University as well as Mohs micrographic surgery and procedural dermatology at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York ®. Dr. Brightman regularly lectures nationally and publishes widely about advances in cutaneous oncology, laser surgery and cosmetic dermatology. Her current research involves the use of laser and light devices in the treatment of medical and cosmetic conditions. Her service to the community includes lectures and skin cancer screenings for many community based programs as well as major corporations. Dr. Brightman is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Lasers in Medicine & Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Medical Association.The Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York ® Welcomes Dr. Julie K. Karen
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Julie K. Karen has joined the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York ®. Julie K. Karen, MD is a board certified dermatologist who specializes in Mohs micrographic surgery, dermatologic and laser surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Karen graduated summa cum laude from Princeton University, where she also was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. Dr. Karen received her medical degree from the Weill Medical College of Cornell University where she was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the national medical honors society, and graduated first her in class. Dr. Karen received the Clarence C. Coryell Prize for highest achievement in medicine, the John Metcalf Polk Prize for top scholastic performance, and the Janet M. Glasgow Memorial Award given to the top female graduate. Dr. Karen completed her residency training at the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology at New York University (NYU) Medical Center where she served as Chief Resident and received the Morris Leider Award for Excellence in Dermatology. Dr. Karen completed a Procedural Dermatology Fellowship at NYU and Memorial Sloan-Kettering. Dr. Karen is a member of the faculty of the NYU School of Medicine and teaches dermatologic surgery to the NYU Dermatology residents. She has published several articles and chapters in the field of dermatology, including recent publications in the New England Journal of Medicine and the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.Fraxel - No More Blue!
There have been significant improvements in the new Fraxel laser over the past year. Most recently, the physicians at the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of New York have introduced a new “tip” to the Fraxel laser which does not require the application of blue dye. This has allowed for an easier treatment process for our patients and more uniform treatment outcomes.The laser has also been modified to allow for high energy treatments which can be more helpful for deeper lines and wrinkles as well as acne scars.
The Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York ® physicians present new clinical data at ASLMS
The physicians at the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York ® presented multiple papers at the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery annual meeting in Boston in April, 2006.Dr. Roy Geronemus presented on fractional photothermolysis (Fraxel laser), “a Perspective on the Laser Treatment of Vascular Lesions,” “Cutaneous Laser Surgery 2006, Where do we go from here?”. Dr. Leonard Bernstein presented research on use of the Fraxel laser for stretch marks while Dr. Karen Kim discussed the use of the new plasma skin resurfacing technology for facial rejuvenation. Dr. Anne Chapas presented data on the use of a dual wavelength treatment of port wine stain birthmarks (Cynergy laser) as well as photodynamic therapy treatment of non-melanoma skin cancer. One of our laser nurses, Tracy Muhlenforth, R.N. presented on anesthesia and laser safety in the pediatric population.
