The Latest Varicose Vein Treatments
News ArticlesBy Dr. Girish S. Munavalli, MHS Charlotte HEALTH&FITNESS magazine, January, 2006 More than half of the adult population ultimately develops a weakness in the circulatory system, which leads to varicose and spider veins. So… next question – what to do about it? No one knows the exact reason why the valves that push the…
The Power of 3
News ArticlesBy Linda W. Lewis MedEsthetics, APRIL 2014 Physicians compare the merits of Botox Cosmetic, Dysport and Xeomin, as a new wave of toxins vies for approval. IS THREE THE MAGIC NUMBERwhen it comes to neurotoxins? It has been three years since the FDA approved Xeomin (Merz Aesthetics, xeomin.com), the third injectable neurotoxin to enter…
Excessive Sweating
Cosmetic Concerns & Conditions We Treat Excessive Sweating / HyperhidrosisExcessive sweating, known as hyperhidrosis, is an extremely common but highly underreported disorder that is classified as axillary (underarms), palmar (palms of hands), or plantar (soles of feet). Adolescents & adults with hyperhidrosis rarely seek treatment, often struggling with social insecurities and feeling that they have no…
Clinical Trials
Current Clinical Trials in Charlotte The physicians and staff at Dermatology, Laser & Vein Specialists of the Carolinas are committed to actively participating in medical research and development…now all we need is you! We’re always recruiting subjects to participate in several clinical studies. Did you know that clinical trial sponsors often compensate subjects for their involvement in…
Skin Cancer Information
Skin Cancer in Charlotte Seeing new spots? It may be time to have your skin checked. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, estimated to occur during the lifetime of one in five Americans. If you have a new or changing spot on your skin, we encourage you to make an appointment for an…
Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Charlotte Mohs Surgery & Skin Cancer TreatmentMohs Micrographic Surgery is an advanced removal technique commonly used for treating complex skin cancers. Fellowship-trained Charlotte Mohs surgeons Dr. Gilly Munavalli and Dr. Amit Om perform this highly specialized procedure, both serving as dermatologic surgeons, pathologists and reconstructive surgeons simultaneously. Dr. Munavalli completed his Mohs Micrographic Surgery fellowship…