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UMass Chan Dermatology Blog: Where Research Meets Healthy Skin

Welcome to our blog! Our department is home to a team of researchers and board-certified dermatologists with expertise in a wide range of skin conditions. We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality of care, using the latest advances in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.

In addition to clinical care, our department is also dedicated to research and education. We are actively involved in cutting-edge research aimed at improving the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases.

We invite you to explore our blog to learn more about skin health, the latest dermatology treatments, and the research we are conducted. We hope you will find our blog to be a valuable resource for all your skin care needs!

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  • Interview with Dr. Ramirez-Ortiz

    Interview with Dr. Zaida Ramirez-Ortiz

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    Lupus Chick Interview

    Lupus Chick Interview

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  • What causes lupus?

  • Famous Faces with Lupus

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    Does Having Lupus Increase Cancer Risk?

    Having lupus can lead to an increased risk of some cancers but not others.

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  • What are ANAs

    lupus; ANA; antinuclear antibody; autoimmunity

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  • Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: Why we study skin

    Did you know that 80% of patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE, multiple organs) have skin involvement, but only 10-20% of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE, skin) patients are at risk of developing lupus?

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