If you have psoriasis, you may already see your dermatologist every so often to manage symptoms or deal with flares. Even if your psoriasis is well managed, it’s still important to see your dermatologist and primary care doctor regularly, according to Braden Candela, MD, Dermatologist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Braden Candela, MD, is a dermatologist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
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