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Jordana S. Gilman

Bio

Dr. Jordana S. Gilman is assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Mt. Sinai Medical Center and has a private practice in New York, NY specializing in medical, aesthetic, and laser dermatology.  Dr. Gilman is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and a member of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery.  Dr. Gilman is often consulted by local and national print and television media for her expert opinion on medical advancements in dermatology and new aesthetic trends and procedures.   



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  • dermatology

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  • Private Practice

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    Sharecare News posted a story about Dermatology:
    Revised Sunscreen Labels Should Help Consumers Make Wiser Choices

    MONDAY, May 20 (HealthDay News) -- Dermatologists are saying that new federally mandated labeling laws for sunscreens should help Americans make smarter choices when it comes to products that provide the best sun protection.

    The new labels required by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration...Full Article

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    Look for New, Improved Sunscreen Labels

    FRIDAY, May 10 (HealthDay News) -- New labeling laws for sunscreen will help American consumers choose the product that provides the best sun protection, experts say.

    The new labels must provide information about whether a sunscreen will protect against skin cancer in addition to sunburn,...Full Article

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    Dog DNA May Yield Clues to Human Eczema

    FRIDAY, May 10 (HealthDay News) -- A gene associated with eczema in dogs has been identified, and that might one day lead to better treatments for people with the skin disease, a new study contends.

    The skin of patients with eczema -- whether canine or human -- ...Full Article

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    Red Hair Pigment Might Raise Melanoma Risk: Study

    THURSDAY, May 9 (HealthDay News) -- The red in redheads' hair is thought to put them at increased risk of the dangerous skin cancer melanoma, even if they don't spend a lot of time in the sun, according to a new study.

    Study co-author Dr. David Fisher and his research team first uncovered...Full Article

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    Temporary Tattoos May Leave Permanent Damage

    TUESDAY, March 26 (HealthDay News) -- As thousands of college students head to sunny spots for spring break, getting temporary tattoos may seem like a fun thing to do. But the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns that they can cause blisters and permanent scarring.

    While the ink used ...Full Article

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    With Acne, Bacteria Strain on Your Skin May Be Culprit

    THURSDAY, Feb. 28 (HealthDay News) -- Your odds of having acne may depend on whether the "good" strain of a particular type of bacteria lives on your skin, a new study suggests.

    "People never think of wanting to have good bacteria on their skin," said lead author Huiying Li, an assistan...Full Article

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    Fans of Reality Beauty Shows Twice as Likely to Tan: Study

    THURSDAY, Jan. 10 (HealthDay News) -- People who tune in to reality beauty shows on television are much more likely to use tanning lamps and to tan outdoors than those who don't watch such shows, a new study finds.

    Indoor and outdoor tanning increase the risk of skin cancer, experts note....Full Article

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    Synthetic Skin Heals Itself With a Touch, Study Shows

    WEDNESDAY, Nov. 14 (HealthDay News) -- Scientists say they have created a touch-sensitive plastic "skin" that can heal itself when torn or cut.

    The synthetic skin includes a plastic polymer with molecules that can reorganize themselves and restore the structure of the material after it is...Full Article

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    Redheads May Face Higher Risk of Melanoma, Even Without Sun Exposure

    WEDNESDAY, Oct. 31 (HealthDay News) -- New research in mice suggests that redheaded people may be more susceptible to the dangerous type of skin cancer known as melanoma, even if they don't spend a lot of time in the sun.

    The findings haven't been confirmed in humans. Still, researchers d...Full Article

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    Why do I get sun spots?

    Sun spots are often called age spots, but you don't have to be old to get them, says dermatologist Dr. Jordana Gilman. To find out why even young people might see spots -- and how to prevent them -- watch this video.


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    How can I reduce the appearance of brown spots on my skin?

    There are two effective ways to banish brown spots on skin --  and one of them has added benefits you'll want to know about, says dermatologist Dr. Jordana Gilman. Watch this video to find out more about spot treatments for skin.


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    Jordana S. Gilman answered:
    Is there any way to prevent age spots?

    One key to preventing age spot lies in a product you should already be using every day, says dermatologist Dr. Jordana Gilman. To find out what it is, watch this video.


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  • Jordana S. Gilman
    Jordana S. Gilman answered:
    What is the best treatment for lines around my eyes (crows feet)?

    Eye creams can help erase crows feet -- if they contain the right ingredients. Find out what to look for on the label, plus an important rule for applying an eye cream, by watching this video featuring dermatologist Dr. Jordana Gilman.


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    Jordana S. Gilman answered:
    How can I improve my sun-damaged skin?

    Dermatologist Dr. Jordana Gilman says one kind of treatment for sun-damaged skin can make you look twenty years younger. Watch this video to find out what it is.


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