Dr. Zamir - SkiNovative

14/05/2022

💛🎗️ is the time to speak up about the dangers of skin cancer, share the facts and help save lives.
World's most common strikes one in five people by age 70. More people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year in the U.S. than all other cancers combined. The good news is that 99% of all cases are curable if they are diagnosed and treated early enough. In order to stop skin cancer, we have to spot it on time.

09/02/2022

This year is about "Closing the Gaps in Care". In a recently published study, researchers found that since the beginning of COVID-19 pandemic patients visit dermatologist's office less frequently. This “waiting behavior“ leads to a substantial delay in diagnosis and actual increase in tumor thickness - which significantly worsens patients’ prognosis.
is curable when diagnosed early. Schedule an appointment to see a dermatologist 👩🏻‍⚕️. Be Proactive, Reduce Your Risk.

31/12/2021

🔎 refers to examination of the skin using skin surface microscopy. In experienced hands it can make it easier to diagnose skin rashes, benign skin lesions and especially different skin cancer types and melanoma.
Computer software can be used to archive dermoscopy images and allow expert diagnosis and reporting ( ). Smart computer programs using AI aid in diagnosis by comparing the new image with a previous one of the same lesion or with stored cases with typical features of benign and malignant conditions.
In . Zamir-SkiNovative clinic is being routinely used as standard of care.

28/11/2021

📸 Photographic skin surveillance refers to an individualized screening program for those at high risk of . It might include different steps and it is personalized accordingly to patient’s background, skin cancer risk and needs:

• Risk evaluation: age, medical and family history, skin typing, sun exposure
• Clinical skin examination and to identify and evaluate lesions of concern
• Whole body photography
• Close up and dermoscopic photographs of melanocytic nevi and other skin lesions
• Detection of new or changed lesions at follow-up visits
• Expert diagnosis and management recommendations.
• Patient education regarding sun protection and skin self-examination

Dr. Zamir - SkiNovative clinic is specialized in personalized skin surveillance and provides high quality care based on holistic approach.

📸 מעקב עור מצולם / ממוחשב הינו תכנית בהתאמה אישית עבור אנשים בסיכון גבוה ל #סרטןעור בעלת מרכיבים שונים:

• הערכת סיכונים: גיל ומין, סוג עור, היסטוריה רפואית ומשפחתית, צורה ומשך חשיפה לשמש
• בדיקת עור קלינית מקיפה ויסודית והערכה דרמוסקופית לזיהוי נגעי עור חשודים
• צילום כל הגוף #סרטןהעור #מיפוישומות
• תצלומי תקריב דיגיטליים איכותיים ותמונות דרמוסקופיות של שומות ונגעים נוספים
• איתור נגעים חדשים / משתנים בביקורי מעקב
• הדרכה על הגנה מהשמש ומעקב עצמי

מרפאת Dr. Zamir - SkiNovative מתמחה במעקב עור מותאם אישית ומעניקה טיפול איכותי המבוסס על גישה הוליסטית למטופל.

12/11/2021

🔎 Cancer worry about developing melanoma in at-risk patients may affect one’s quality of life and adherence to screening. Study found that and is an useful tool to decrease worry in patients with multiple nevi and personal or family history of melanoma.

24/10/2021

🔅 5 skin cancer myths

5️⃣ Overcast days are safe for sun exposure, there is no need for .

Harmful UV rays are present year-round and can reach the skin even under cloud cover. It is still possible for the sun to affect the skin and the eyes on overcast and cold days, to cause long-term damage and to increase one’s skin cancer risk. It is important to always be aware of the UV index for the day and protect the skin and eyes by practicing behaviors.

01/10/2021

👩🏻‍⚕️ Dr. Mariana Zamir was included in the prestigious list of "Best Doctors in Israel" by Forbes magazine, for the second year in a row - as a specialist and as a surgeon!!! Well deserved!!!

שמונה שנים של סקירת אלפי רופאים מתחומים שונים הובילו לגיבוש הרשימה הגדולה והנרחבת ביותר של פורבס ישראל, הכוללת 37 התמחויות, 177 תתי התמחוית ו-48 מוסדות רפואיים

27/08/2021

🔎 A is a special type of mole that looks different from a common mole - it is usually more than 5 millimeters wide, can have a mixture of several colors, from pink to dark brown and has an irregular edge that may fade into the surrounding skin. Dysplastic nevi may occur anywhere on the body and some persons have more than 10 of them. Although most dysplastic nevi remain stable over time, dysplastic nevus can turn into . It is estimated that the chance of melanoma is about ten times greater for someone with more than five dysplastic nevi than for someone who has none, and the more dysplastic nevi a person has, the greater the chance of developing melanoma.

The best way to follow dysplastic nevi and to detect early any suspicious change is by digital dermoscopy and .

25/07/2021

🔎 Preventing exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a basic measure to lower individual’s skin cancer risk. Since UV exposure is likely to be greatest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., it is important to avoid being outdoors during midday hours.
Another easy way to determine when to stay out of the sun is by following the . It determines indirectly the sun's altitude by observing the length of a person's shadow during the course of the day. When a person's shadow is shorter than the person is tall, the intensity of the UV rays is strong and more likely to cause sunburn. Thus, according to - "Short Shadow- Seek Shade.”
Nonetheless, UV protection should be practiced throughout the year. UV rays can be as strong on cloudy, hazy days as well as on bright, sunny ones.
Be sun smart. Reduce your risk by protecting your skin.

27/06/2021

🔅 5 skin cancer myths
4️⃣Only sun exposure causes skin cancer

is the most significant risk factor for skin cancer development, but there are other causes as well:
• Family history of skin cancer and other genetic factors such as fair skin and freckles, and multiple or unusual moles
• A weakened immune system, caused by health condition or medical treatment
• Ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure from tanning beds and occupational equipment
• Increasing age

To get professional evaluation of your personal skin cancer risk – make an appointment to see a dermatologist 👩‍⚕️

31/05/2021