The Millstone Times June 2019

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Local Dermatologist Rides Towards A Cure for Psoriasis Dr. Brian Keegan of Windsor Dermatology, which is home of the Psoriasis & Eczema Treatment Centers of Central New Jersey, is going the extra mile this summer to spread awareness for psoriatic disease. He is teaming with the National Psoriasis Foundation in the Team NPF Cycle campaign. Dr. Keegan will be taking time away from the office to educate fellow physicians and seeing pa- tients, to ride over 400 miles and climb over 14,000 ft. on a bike ride from Council Bluff to Keokuk, Iowa in the annual RAGBRAI (Des Moines Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa). While making this trek, his commitment is to raise awareness and funding for people with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Dr. Keegan is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in psoriasis and eczema. He has been involved in over 100 clinical trials and is dedicated to advancing the treatment of psoriatic disease. He joined Windsor Dermatology in 2010 after receiving his M.D., Ph.D. from New York University School of Medicine and completing a residency program at University of Miami School of Medicine.

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Windsor Dermatology continues to support the efforts of the National Psoriasis Foundation, which is the largest non-profit organization for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. The NPF is an advocacy group that pro- vides education, services, support and funding for patients and research. Windsor Dermatology asks that our neighbors, friends, and fellow community consider donating to this great cause and to check in our social media and get updates on Dr. Keegan’s progress. All money raised by Team NPF Cycle provides people with psoriatic disease the services they need to live well, while funding research for a cure. Follow Windsor Dermatology on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter, or visit our website. facebook.com/WindsorDerm • @windsordermatology • @WindsorDerm www.windsordermatology.com QUESTION: Why should I choose early orthodontic treatment for my child with a palate expander? A s Palatal expanders are often placed while a child

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The Millstone Times

June 2019