Dermatology

The Dermatology Training Program at Washington University School of Medicine is a unified program organized by Barnes-Jewish and St. Louis Children's hospitals which form the Washington University Medical Center. The program is recognized both nationally and internationally for its long tradition of excellence in dermatologic care and teaching and for its outstanding contributions to biomedical science. Former residents successfully practice dermatology nationwide, and many hold prominent academic positions. Our goal is to ensure that all residents, whether planning careers in clinical practice or in academic dermatology, receive outstanding clinical training.

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Beneath the surface Researchers uncover new genetic links to psoriasis April 3, 2008 -- In the first comprehensive study of the genetic basis of psoriasis, researchers at the School of Medicine have discovered seven new sites of common DNA variation that increase the risk of the troublesome skin condition.

Treating bug bites Dealing with bug bites July 17, 2007 -- During the summer months many of us will be bitten by bugs. Dr. Julia Graves and Dr. Ann Martin at the School of Medicine have some advice about how to prevent and treat many types of bug bites. Most bug bites are harmless, but others need prompt medical treatment.

A better way to tan Safer alternatives to sunbathing may help prevent skin cancer March 29, 2006 -- Today's tanning beds emit only UVA rays, but in much larger quantities than people normally receive from the sun. Spring has barely begun, but millions of Americans are already working on that summer tan. While tanning bed owners claim their rays are safer these days, scientific studies say otherwise. WUSM physician Lynn Cornelius provides safe alternatives to sunbathing in the following story from WFTV in Florida.

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Vitamin K can lighten dark circles under eyes Wall Street Journal June 8, 2005 -- Several independent medical studies in 2001 found that using vitamin K can lighten the shade of dark circles in the eye's orbital area. There are other treatments available. Roberta Sengelmann, director of WUSTL's Center for Dermatologic and Cosmetic Surgery, says she would need more data on vitamin K before prescribing it. Side effects of using vitamin K are unknown.

Study of acne drug finds no suicide link St. Louis Post-Dispatch and 16 others May 17, 2005 -- Front page story — the acne drug Accutane does not increase symptoms of depression in teenagers, a study from St. Louis University concludes. Other studies have also discounted a link between Accutane and depression and suicide, said WUSTL dermatology and pediatrics professor Susan Mallory.

Sweat. We all do it Maryland Gazette and 5 others July 22, 2004 -- A world without sweat is less pleasant than it might seem. "Sweating is the body's own version of air conditioning," says Michael Heffernan, School of Medicine dermatologist.