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September is National Skin Care Awareness Month, and whether it’s finding a good moisturizer or removing an unsightly wart, the health of your skin is important. As summer comes to an end, it’s also critical to do self-checks on your skin to make sure any sun spots are not a sign of something more…
Dermatology patients at The GW Medical Faculty Associates (GW MFA) now have access to cutting-edge laser treatment with the addition of Pooja Sodha, MD, FAAD. Sodha, a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist, joined GW MFA in August 2020 to serve as the director of the Center for Laser and Cosmetic…
The GW Medical Faculty Associates (GW MFA) earned a score of 99.5% on the 2019 Medicare MACRA/MIPS quality payment program. This score drives Medicare reimbursement, and the GW MFA earned an exceptional performance bonus and an increased reimbursement rate of 1.75% on all 2021 Medicare provider…
Patients discharged from the George Washington University (GW) Hospital Emergency Department can now receive follow-up care from the comfort of their home with GW ER Virtual Health. “ER Virtual Health visits are just another way The GW Medical Faculty Associates (GW MFA) is committed to expanding…
If you're struggling to balance pandemic hand-washing and skin conditions, Dr. Jonathan Silverberg, a dermatologist at George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., offers some advice. Read the full article on healthday.com.
Athletes are all too familiar with knee problems. For those who are starting to train again, or are increasing their training intensity, knee pain may become an issue.
Dr. Adam Friedman, a professor of dermatology and the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, provides helpful information on the importance of Psoriasis Awareness Month and how patients and physicians can benefit from advanced awareness and action. Read the full…
Dr. Adam Friedman, a professor of dermatology and the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, comments on how to treat a Brown Recluse bite. Read the full article here.
Physicians may be able to quickly and more accurately identify signs for millions at risk of having a heart attack using a new approach that in early stages offers not only provide a better “picture” of someone’s heart, but also uses artificial intelligence (AI) to detect whether someone is…
From playing golf or tennis to poor posture while working, shoulder or elbow pain are common musculoskeletal conditions. What at first may seem like a simple sprain, could be a more serious injury. Zachary Zimmer, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon at The GW Medical Faculty Associates who specializes in…