News

2011
DateDescription
NOV. 14Tattoo here today gone tomorrw "Tattoo Remorse Spawns New Business"
NOV. 07CMS to cut MD reimbursement by 27% Jan 2012
OCT. 10California SB746 out laws Tanning Bed usage for under 18
SEPT. 29UC generates $46.3 billion in annual economic activity in California
SEPT. 12You must keep a lookout for Melanoma. How to examine your Skin: The ABCDEs
AUG. 30Prom Tanning in the '90s Behind Current Spike in Melanoma
JUL. 07FDA announces new requirements for over-the-counter sunscreen products marketed in the U.S.; changes will go into effect summer, 2012.
JUN. 22Childhood cancer survivors are at higher risk for melanoma, a new study has found.
JUN. 06Yervoy combined with chemotherapy improves survival for patients with advanced melanoma.
JUN. 05Two new drug therapies targeting advanced melanoma are unveiled at American Society of Clinical Oncology
May. Dr. Sergei Grando receives "Doctor of the year award by the International Pemphigus and Pemphigoid Foundation
MAY. Dr. Kristen Kelly Recieves distinguished faculty mentor-mentee award from UC Irvine's Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS)
MAY. 27Dont FRY DAY: Friday before Memorial Day weekend.
MAY. Melanoma Awareness Month: Dear 16-year-old Me--We encourage you to watch this short You Tube video by David Cornfield Melanoma Fund
APR. 30Gov. Jerry Brown's basal cell carcinoma is the least dangerous form of skin cancer, says Dr. Christopher Zachary, chair of UC Irvine's Department of Dermatology.
APR. 08Elf-ear surgery may be "close to malpractice," says Dr. Christopher Zachary, UC Irvine dermatology chair, about the odd new trend.
APR. 05UC Irvine dermatologist Dr. Janellen Smith to be honored at an April 18 golf tournament that will benefit the university’s work on a cure for melanoma.
MAR. 29UC Irvine melanoma specialist Dr. Janellen Smith says the newly FDA-approved drug Yervoy pushes the body's immune system to attack skin tumors.
MAR. 23Puncturing the skin to deliver hormones and other chemicals should be regulated by the FDA, says Dr. Christopher Zachary, chair of UC Irvine's Department of Dermatology.
MAR. 22The profusion of skin-rejuvenating treatments and procedures is confusing to the lay public, says Dr. Christopher Zachary, chair of UC Irvine's Department of Dermatology.
2010
DateDescription
NOV. 08Create a calm environment for a child facing dermatologic surgery, UC Irvine pediatric dermatologist Dr. Brandie Metz recommended in a seminar sponsored by the Skin Disease Education Foundation.
OCT. 08Expect to see burn patients regenerating new skin and remote control cosmetic procedures in the next decade, predicts Dr. Christopher Zachary, UC Irvine's chair of Dermatology.
SEP. 13Advances in tissue copying, remodeling and regeneration are highlighted at the 3rd international conference on laser and aesthetic surgery.
JUL. 06Dr. Christopher Zachary: Eyebrow transplantation may alleviate embarrassment and social stigmatization for patients who have suffered trauma or burns.
JUL. 02Dr. Brandie Metz: Best Sunscreen for Kids
JUN. 10The American Acne & Rosacea Society (AARS) : June “National Acne Awareness Month.”
MAY. 19Dr. Kristen Kelly: Improvement sought in laser treatment of Port Wine Stains (PWS)
MAY. 18Dr. Brandie Metz: Treatments Minimize Infantile Hemangiomas
MAY. 14Dr. Margaret Mann: Curing venous disease lies in looking beyond visible and treating root of the problem
MAY. 13Dr. Brandie Metz: Speaks at Cosmetic Dermatology Seminar 2010
APR. 27Dr. Brandie Metz: Parents of a Corona boy with fatal genetic disorder have new hope
MAY. 01Dr. Anand Ganesan: Uncovering the Molecular Regulators of Human Pigment Variation: From Skin Color Differences to Human Disease
APR. 07Dr. Christopher Zachary: Sun's Harmful Effects on Skin - UC Irvine
APR. 01Dr. Janellen Smith: Saving your skin: New pigmented lesion program monitors people at high risk of dermatological cance
2009
DateDescription
DEC. 17Dr. Christopher Zachary: Cryolipolysis as delivered by ZELTIQ
DEC. 09Dr. Christopher Zachary: Cryolipolysis and Zeltiq
JUL. 25How to get rid of brown spots on the skin.
JUL. Dr. Margaret Mann: Laser's role limited in spider vein treatment.
JUL. 24Helen Mirren, wrinkly role model?
JUL. 22Dermatology expert Dr. Christopher Zachary discusses popular skin-care topics, including eye-lash lengthener, Latisse, on the OC Register’s chat “In Your Face.” View transcript.
JUN. 01Dr. Anand Ganesan: Classifying Patients with Melasma, Vitiligo Keys Successful Treatmen
MAY. Dr. Brandie Metz: Zinc deficiency in infants can be inherited
APR. 29Dark eye circles can be treated with lasers for excess and hyaluronic acid fillers, UC Irvine’s Dr. Christopher Zachary tells the OC Register’s chat “In Your Face.” View transcript.
APR. 01Dr. Christopher Zachary receives ASLMS 2009 Leon Goldman Award
MAR. 06Sturge-Weber Foundation Recognizes Dr. Christopher Zachary
2008
DateDescription
FEB. 18Dr. Christopher Zachary: Fraxel Re:pair on NBC's Today Show
FEB. 02A new laser technology that can significantly reduce wrinkles, fine lines and other irregularities is a “breakthrough” in skin care, UC Irvine’s Dr. Christopher Zachary tells NBC’s Today Show.
JUN. 18Frontiers in Bilogical Devices Confrence and Exhibition