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Archive for October, 2015

Understanding Sunscreen

Living in Bend, Oregon, with the combo of high altitude and a ton of sunny days, we’re all exposed to a lot of sun. The sun’s ultraviolet rays are the stinkers, penetrating the skin and damaged its cells, leading to skin aging and wrinkling, and various skin cancers. We all know that the best thing …

Dealing with Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is the most common form of human cancer. Why? Because it is mainly caused by exposure to the sun’s untraviolet rays. And, unless you’re a vampire, humans spend lots of time out in the sun. Three types of skin cancer Melanoma — The M word of skin cancer, melanoma forms in the melanocytes …

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Dr. Carter is now offering telemedicine virtual visits

Because the safety of our patients is our highest priority, we are closed during the coronavirus outbreak. We remain available for most routine appointments via telemedicine videoconferencing and will assess established patients in person if there is an urgent need. Thank you for your understanding during this difficult time.

For more information, please call the office at 541-330-0900.