On Demand Library

2009-05-14

 
 

David M. Pariser, MD, FAAD

Skin Cancer

May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month. This spring, the American Academy of Dermatology’s annual message about the importance of prevention and early detection of skin cancer has new urgency. Often thought of as a disease of older, fair-skinned adults, skin cancer is showing up in people who may think they are not at risk for this disease. Dr. David Pariser joins Dr. DeSilva to provide important tips for prevention and early detection.

David M. Pariser, MD, FAAD , is a professor in the department of dermatology at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Va., and president of the American Academy of Dermatology, the world’s largest dermatologic society, representing more than 15,000 physicians specializing in the diagnosis and medical, surgical and cosmetic treatment of skin, hair and nail conditions.

In addition to his current role with the Academy, Dr. Pariser is a founder and the secretary of the International Hyperhidrosis Society and is president of the Eastern Virginia Dermatology Foundation. He has authored more than 160 publications, including three books. Dr. Pariser received his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia and completed a residency in dermatology at the University of Miami . He is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

Dr. Derrick DeSilva