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Happy Holidays! However you’re celebrating, we hope you’re able to find time to connect with friends, family, and loved ones. To accompany you through the season, we’re re-running one of our most popular episodes from 2024, the future of skin longevity with Professor Zakia Rahman. As an expert in dermatology, Professor Rahman explains that our skin is our most photographed organ, and taking care of it is not about vanity but rather vitality. Tune in to hear our conversation about everything from laser therapies to sun protection.

Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your quest. You can send questions to [email protected].

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Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

Host Russ Altman introduces guest Zakia Rahman, a professor of dermatology at Stanford University.

(00:02:05) The Impact of Digital Technologies

How digital technologies and image exposure affect dermatology and self-perception.

(00:03:20) Effects of Self-Image on Dermatology

Balancing vanity and vitality in modern skincare trends.

(00:04:46) The Role of Lasers in Dermatology

The use of laser technology in dermatology, including types and applications.

(00:08:25) Lasers in Skin Cancer Treatment

How laser technology aids in the treatment and prevention of skin cancer.

(00:09:52) Progress in Skin Cancer

Skin cancer prevention and the effectiveness of sun protection measures.

(00:13:10) Effectiveness of Physical Sun Protection

The protective benefits of everyday clothing versus specialized sun-protective gear.

(00:18:35) Ethnic Differences in Skin Health

The differences in skin health and sun exposure across various ethnic groups.

(00:23:24) Aesthetic and Cultural Implications in Skin Care

How cultural perceptions of beauty intersect with skincare and overall health.

(00:25:46) Therapeutic Effects of Light

The potential skincare benefits of red light therapy and its popularity.

(00:28:33) Conclusion

Connect With Us:

Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website

Connect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / Mastodon

Connect with School of Engineering >>>Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook

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Manage episode 457786338 series 2712286
Content provided by Stanford Engineering & Russ Altman and Stanford Engineering. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Stanford Engineering & Russ Altman and Stanford Engineering or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Happy Holidays! However you’re celebrating, we hope you’re able to find time to connect with friends, family, and loved ones. To accompany you through the season, we’re re-running one of our most popular episodes from 2024, the future of skin longevity with Professor Zakia Rahman. As an expert in dermatology, Professor Rahman explains that our skin is our most photographed organ, and taking care of it is not about vanity but rather vitality. Tune in to hear our conversation about everything from laser therapies to sun protection.

Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your quest. You can send questions to [email protected].

Episode Reference Links:

Connect With Us:

Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

Host Russ Altman introduces guest Zakia Rahman, a professor of dermatology at Stanford University.

(00:02:05) The Impact of Digital Technologies

How digital technologies and image exposure affect dermatology and self-perception.

(00:03:20) Effects of Self-Image on Dermatology

Balancing vanity and vitality in modern skincare trends.

(00:04:46) The Role of Lasers in Dermatology

The use of laser technology in dermatology, including types and applications.

(00:08:25) Lasers in Skin Cancer Treatment

How laser technology aids in the treatment and prevention of skin cancer.

(00:09:52) Progress in Skin Cancer

Skin cancer prevention and the effectiveness of sun protection measures.

(00:13:10) Effectiveness of Physical Sun Protection

The protective benefits of everyday clothing versus specialized sun-protective gear.

(00:18:35) Ethnic Differences in Skin Health

The differences in skin health and sun exposure across various ethnic groups.

(00:23:24) Aesthetic and Cultural Implications in Skin Care

How cultural perceptions of beauty intersect with skincare and overall health.

(00:25:46) Therapeutic Effects of Light

The potential skincare benefits of red light therapy and its popularity.

(00:28:33) Conclusion

Connect With Us:

Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website

Connect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / Mastodon

Connect with School of Engineering >>>Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook

  continue reading

326 episodes

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