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Dr. Nathan W. Hanson

Dr. Nathan W. Hanson

Dermatology, Intermountain Healthcare

Bio:

Dr. Nathan Hanson is a dermatologist at the Intermountain Budge Clinic in Logan, Utah. He received his medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine and interned at LDS Hospital. He completed his dermatology residency at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.


Dr. Hanson has received many scholastic honors and volunteered at the Familial Melanoma

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Credentials:

Education

  • MD, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, 2004

Board Certifications

  • Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology

Answers (12)

Does the reduction of inflammation reduce rosacea outbreaks?

Yes, reduction of inflammation can reduce rosacea outbreaks. In fact, may of the treatments used... More >

Why did my dermatologist say that I have comedones?

Comedones are a type of acne lesion, commonly referred to as blackheads and whiteheads. Blackheads... More >

Can topical corticosteroids cause side effects?

Topical corticosteroids can have side effects.  The side effects of chronic topical steroid

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In people who have vitiligo, does the hair turn white?

Yes, the hair can turn white in areas where there is affected skin underlying the hair. The same... More >

What are the most common types of skin cancer?

The most common type of skin cancer diagnosed in humans and the most common cancer diagnosed in

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Can tanning salons increase my risk for skin cancer?

Tanning salon use will absolutely increase an individual’s risk for skin cancer.

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If skin cancer is found, when should treatment start?

Treatment for skin cancer should be pursued as soon as possible after diagnosis, particularly

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If I have albinism, will I get skin cancer?

Albinism, in its many forms, is the lack of production of certain components of melanin, a

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Is skin cancer a growing threat?

Skin cancer continues to grow in epic proportions. All types of skin cancer, including melanoma,... More >

How is skin cancer treated?

There are a variety of ways that skin cancer can be treated, depending often on the type of skin

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Could my daughter’s acne cause depression?

There are many factors that play a role in the development of depression. Although acne in and

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Did drinking colas cause my son’s acne?

Although diet has often been implicated in acne development, no definitive studies have linked

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