In recognition of National Healthy Skin Month in November, the American Academy of Dermatology hosted an academy in New York City.

Leading dermatologists from across the country shared facts and tips on helping people of all ages keep skin healthy from head to toe. Topics and speakers included:

*More Than Skin Deep: Unique Care and Treatment for Skin of Color, Eliot
F. Battle, M.D., assistant professor, clinical dermatology, Howard University, Washington, DC.

*A Delicate Balance: Skin Care Tips for the New Mother and Baby, Andrea
Lynn Cambio, M.D., New York City

*From Hair Loss to Shaving: Dispelling the Myths of Men's Skin Care, Bruce E. Katz, M.D., clinical professor of dermatology, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York City

*Unclogged Pores: What's New in the Treatment of Acne, Wendy E.
Roberts, M.D., assistant clinical professor of dermatology, Loma Linda
University Medical Center, Loma Linda, Calif.

*Beyond the Face: Cosmetic Dermatology Offers Treatment Options from Head to Toe, Susan H. Weinkle, M.D., assistant clinical professor of
dermatology, University of South Florida, Tampa, Fla.