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Understanding Skin Health and Advanced Dermatology: Murad Alam, MD
Today we focus on the skin, with a wide ranging conversation featuring Northwestern Department of Dermatology’s, Murad Alam, MD. Dr. Alam discusses aging, the role of UV exposure, skin cancer types and treatments, including Mohs surgery, and the latest in skin tightening and fillers. We also cover recent advancements in AI for skin cancer detection, the safety of sunscreen ingredients, and the potential of laser therapy and noninvasive procedures in aesthetic medicine.
Dr. Alam is Vice Chair, Chief of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, and a professor in the Department of Dermatology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine. He graduated from Yale for both undergrad and medical school and did his residency at Columbia University. He has also earned an MSCI from Northwestern and an MBA from their Kellogg School of Management.
Dr. Alam has served as president of the Dermatologic Surgery Society, the American Society of Laser Medicine, and on the editorial board of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. He is an accomplished author, with over 400 peer-reviewed scientific publications.
- (00:41) Introducing Dr. Murad Alam
- (03:20) Understanding Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery
- (04:18) Types and Causes of Skin Cancer
- (11:46) Treatment Options for Skin Cancer
- (18:27) Advancements in Skin Cancer Treatment
- (22:10) Artificial Intelligence in Dermatology
- (26:33) When to See a Dermatologist
- (28:26) Improving Surgical and Traumatic Scars
- (32:42) Skin Tightening Procedures: Ultrasound, Radio Frequency, and Infrared
- (37:55) Fillers: Types, Techniques, and Safety
- (48:30) Low Light Therapy: Benefits and Home Devices
- (54:17) Sunscreen Safety and FDA Recommendations
- (56:30) Stem Cell Treatments
If there are topics that you are interested in learning more about, please visit MichaelJLeeMD.com.
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The information from this podcast does not constitute medical advice and is meant for basic informational purposes only. If you're interested in pursuing any of the therapies, supplements, or medications discussed here, please consult with your physician.
Podcast episode production by Dante32.
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Today we focus on the skin, with a wide ranging conversation featuring Northwestern Department of Dermatology’s, Murad Alam, MD. Dr. Alam discusses aging, the role of UV exposure, skin cancer types and treatments, including Mohs surgery, and the latest in skin tightening and fillers. We also cover recent advancements in AI for skin cancer detection, the safety of sunscreen ingredients, and the potential of laser therapy and noninvasive procedures in aesthetic medicine.
Dr. Alam is Vice Chair, Chief of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, and a professor in the Department of Dermatology at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine. He graduated from Yale for both undergrad and medical school and did his residency at Columbia University. He has also earned an MSCI from Northwestern and an MBA from their Kellogg School of Management.
Dr. Alam has served as president of the Dermatologic Surgery Society, the American Society of Laser Medicine, and on the editorial board of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. He is an accomplished author, with over 400 peer-reviewed scientific publications.
- (00:41) Introducing Dr. Murad Alam
- (03:20) Understanding Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery
- (04:18) Types and Causes of Skin Cancer
- (11:46) Treatment Options for Skin Cancer
- (18:27) Advancements in Skin Cancer Treatment
- (22:10) Artificial Intelligence in Dermatology
- (26:33) When to See a Dermatologist
- (28:26) Improving Surgical and Traumatic Scars
- (32:42) Skin Tightening Procedures: Ultrasound, Radio Frequency, and Infrared
- (37:55) Fillers: Types, Techniques, and Safety
- (48:30) Low Light Therapy: Benefits and Home Devices
- (54:17) Sunscreen Safety and FDA Recommendations
- (56:30) Stem Cell Treatments
If there are topics that you are interested in learning more about, please visit MichaelJLeeMD.com.
If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please follow I’d Love to Know in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It really helps others find the show.
The information from this podcast does not constitute medical advice and is meant for basic informational purposes only. If you're interested in pursuing any of the therapies, supplements, or medications discussed here, please consult with your physician.
Podcast episode production by Dante32.