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From the prestigious Toronto Dermatology Centre, dermatologist Dr. Anatoli Freiman speaks about Botox, answering questions about truths and myths about this controversial treatment for taking years off the appearance of individuals….

Plastic surgeons, dermatologists, and medical specialists making up the RealSelf 100 are claiming their position as leading social media influencers. Our very own Dr. Benjamin Barankin has been recognized with the prestigious RealSelf 100 Award. You can check out the list of 100 doctors that received this award on their website. To find out more about RealSelf Awards, click here.

Our very own Dr. Benjamin Barankin’s expertise was quoted in the recent issue of The Chronicle of Skin & Allergy. Dr. Barankin was quoted discussing the treatment of rosacea, and in particular the new subantimicrobial dose antibiotic therapy known as Apprilon. Experience has shown that this medication has far fewer side effects (e.g. less stomach upset, less yeast infections in women) than regular dose antibiotics for this chronic and stubborn skin condition….

I just finished watching the terrific investigative show Market Watch, and they were highlighting the group buying website phenomenon which these days appears to be fizzling out and likely most of these companies will be out of business fairly soon. The show investigated numerous complaints…

A patient of mine, knowing I write weekly blogs, came in the other day with a suggestion. He felt an important topic is the time and effort an esthetician puts into each and every patient. He related his story to me, and I had to agree that I have heard similar stories over the years….

Dr. Anatoli Freiman co-chaired the Canadian Dermatology Association Skin Cancer Symposium recently held in Toronto. Over 300 participants, mostly family physicians, from across Canada attended the event. It is important to be aware that skin cancer is the most common type of cancer – one in six Canadians will develop skin cancer in their lifetime….

As I sit here gorging myself on stolen chocolate from my 4 year olds Easter basket I am reminded of a question that comes up regularly at our clinic. Does what I eat have any bearing on my skin? If I eat sweets, fried foods or drink a lot of coffee, will it affect how I look?…