About Dr. Scott Karlene, MD
Certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Dr. Scott B. Karlene is a medical dermatologist who specializes in the treatment of all aspects of the skin with an emphasis on skin malignancies and genetic skin disorders.
Dr. Karlene trained at Dartmouth Medical School, Harvard University, and Wayne State University. He is a staff physician at the Detroit Medical Center, Hurley Medical Center, McLaren Regional Medical Center, and Genesys Medical Center. He is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Michigan State Medical Society, Michigan Dermatological Society, American Medical Association, and the Oakland County Medical Society.
Dr. Karlene is also an avid researcher, specializing in animal and plant viruses and their relationships to autoimmune diseases and malignancy.
Patient Education Resources
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
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