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Dr. Edidiong Kaminska's Melanoma Treatment Strategy
In this MD Newsline exclusive interview with dermatologist Dr. Edidiong Kaminska, we discuss Dr. Kaminska’s melanoma treatment strategy. MD Newsline: How do you manage melanoma? Dr. Edidiong Kaminska: “Melanoma management depends on the stage of the melanoma. Usually, at the dermatological level, after a biopsy when the diagnosis is confirmed, if it is a stage...
Addressing Implicit Bias in Dermatology
In this MD Newsline exclusive interview with dermatologist Dr. Edidiong Kaminska, we discuss how to address implicit bias in dermatology. MD Newsline: How can dermatologists address implicit bias in their practice? How might their doing so improve healthcare for underserved communities? Dr. Edidiong Kaminska: “Dermatologists can address implicit bias in many ways. For example, they can...
Dr. Edidiong Kaminska: Melanoma Disparities
In this MD Newsline exclusive interview with dermatologist Dr. Edidiong Kaminska, we discuss disparities in diagnosing and treating melanoma before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. MD Newsline: What disparities in diagnosing and treating melanoma have you observed in your clinical practice? Dr. Edidiong Kaminska: “Primary care providers are the first line when it comes to...
Dr. Edidiong Kaminska: Melanoma
In this MD Newsline exclusive interview with dermatologist Dr. Edidiong Kaminska, we discuss why melanoma is an important health issue. We also discuss why patients of all skin types need a skin check and sunscreen. MD Newsline: Can you explain why melanoma is an important health issue? Dr. Edidiong Kaminska: “Melanoma is a skin cancer...
A Guide to ADHD and Dental Care
By Dr. Greg Grillo Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common mental health condition characterized by a short attention span, hyperactivity, and difficulty controlling impulsive behaviors. It is one of the most commonly diagnosed childhood neurodevelopmental disorders and often lasts into adolescence and adulthood. Since people with ADHD often have trouble sitting still for...
Mental Illness Among Blacks With Sickle Cell Disease
Prior research has established the relationship between sickle cell disease (SCD) and several other health problems. This study, published in the British Journal of Haematology, compares the rate of mental health disorders among Black Americans with SCD, Black Americans with other non-heritable health conditions, and Black Americans with no medical conditions at all. Data were gathered...
Quantifying Social Disadvantage in Sickle Cell Disease
Patients with sickle cell disease (SCD) experience socioeconomic disadvantages and utilize healthcare services at a markedly higher rate. The area deprivation index (ADI), a method for quantifying socioeconomic disadvantage, has been correlated with increased hospital readmission in adults and children with chronic disease. This retrospective study, published in Blood, analyzes the role of ADI in pediatric...
Sickle Cell Anemia, Race, and Maternal Morbidity
Although the effects of sickle cell anemia (SCA) on pregnancy have been outlined in past studies, this study, published in the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, describes the impact that race has on severe maternal morbidity during delivery in individuals with SCA. The study relied on National Inpatient Sample data from 2007 to 2013. The...
Sickle Cell Disease and Cognitive Deficits
Cognitive impairment is a complication of sickle cell disease (SCD) that can severely impact patients’ lives. However, research in this area is lacking. This study, published in Blood, compared the cognitive function of patients with SCD to that of a healthy control group. Patients with mild to severe SCD were recruited from the University of Pittsburgh Medical...