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1Ms. Cohen is with Jay L. Cohen, MD, PC in Needham, Massachusetts.
Abstract:
Preventive medicine has become the foundation of modern healthcare, emphasizing early intervention and lifestyle modification to avert disease and promote longevity. Despite this paradigm shift, dermatology remains largely episodic, focused on treating visible pathology rather than conditioning the skin for resilience and disease prevention. This article introduces the concept of skin fitness, a structured, proactive model that applies the principles of physical training-progression, consistency, and recovery-to dermatologic health. By integrating evidence-based topical agents, procedures, and assessment metrics, skin fitness aims to extend "skin span," enhance patient adherence, and position dermatology within the broader preventive and performance-based healthcare framework.
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