How to Pick the Right Laser (and Laser Provider)

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Thinking about getting a laser treatment? Wondering which laser is right for your skin? In this video, Dr. Mina and Dr. Nicole Salame break down the basics of laser treatments in dermatology in a way that’s easy to understand.

They talk about the different types of lasers used for skin, how to choose the right one for your skin type, and why it’s so important to see a trained and experienced provider. You'll also learn about laser safety, what to ask before your treatment, and how lasers are even being used to help treat medical conditions like skin cancer.

Whether you're thinking about laser resurfacing, treating acne scars, or just want to understand your options, this episode is packed with tips from two board-certified dermatologists!

KEY POINTS FROM THIS EPISODE

03:58 Reassessing Life Choices in Midlife
06:00 Aging and Self-Perception
08:57 The Role of Perspective in Self-Image
12:02 Fact vs. Story: Understanding Our Emotions
14:48 Reframing Our Thoughts and Choices
18:04 The Power of Choice in Life
20:58 Lessons from Holocaust Survivors
23:58 Finding Balance in External and Internal Validation
27:08 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Acceptance
31:00 The Evolution of Self-Image
32:59 Reframing Menopause and Aging
35:57 Understanding Hormonal Changes
37:59 The Role of Coaching in Personal Growth
45:03 Mainstream Acceptance of Coaching

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ABOUT DR. NICOLE SALAME

Nicole Salame, MD, FAAD is a double board-certified and fellowship-trained cosmetic dermatologist and Mohs micrographic surgeon. She attended college at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) on numerous scholarships, graduating Cum Laude. She earned her MD from the University of California, Irvine (UCI) School of Medicine with induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA). She completed her dermatology residency at Emory University where she served as Chief Resident. Dr. Salame then completed an American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS)-accredited fellowship in Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery at the prestigious SkinCare Physicians under the exceptional mentorship of innovators in the field.

Dr. Salame is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), serves on several committees for the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), and is an active member of the ASDS and Women’s Dermatology Society (WDS). She has been a sub-investigator for numerous clinical trials and serves as a peer reviewer for Dermatologic Surgery and JAMA Dermatology. Her scholarly work has culminated in the authorship of over 30 peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters and more than 40 presentations at national conferences. Her expertise includes medical, procedural, and cosmetic dermatology with specialized-training in lasers, energy-based devices, injectables, regenerative dermatology, rejuvenation, and pre-juvenation.

Find Dr. Salame here:

Instagram: @dr.nicolesalame

Website: drnicolesalame.com