Patient Education

We're passionate about helping people achieve their healthiest, happiest skin. Whether you're struggling with acne, eczema, rosacea, or any other skin concern, we're here to offer support, information, and inspiration.

Are Fever Blisters Contagious? Yes — Here's How They Spread

Are fever blisters contagious? Yes, even without visible sores. Learn how they spread and when to see a dermatology provider in St. Pete or Bradenton. ...more

Infections and Infestations

September 07, 2026•4 min read

Lip Fillers in Bradenton, FL | Natural Lip Enhancement | My Skin

Lip filler treatment in Bradenton, FL. My Skin offers Restylane Kysse and Versa with a board-certified injector — no referral needed. ...more

Cosmetics

September 02, 2026•3 min read

HRT and Hair Loss: Can Hormone Therapy Help Thinning Hair?

Is hormonal imbalance behind your hair thinning? Learn how perimenopause, menopause, and low testosterone affect hair, and how BHRT may help. ...more

Cosmetics

August 26, 2026•7 min read

Best Botox Treatment in St. Pete, FL | My Skin by Leah Michel

Looking for the best Botox in St. Petersburg? See what to look for in a provider and why My Skin's board-certified injector delivers natural results. ...more

Cosmetics

August 16, 2026•5 min read

How Often Should Florida Residents Get Skin Cancer Screenings?

Florida's UV exposure raises skin cancer risk. Learn how often St. Pete & Bradenton residents should get screened, and who needs checks more often. ...more

Precancers and Skin Cancers ,Skin Care

August 10, 2026•5 min read

Can Pimples Turn into Moles? | My Skin St Pete & Bradenton

Can a pimple become a mole? A St. Pete & Bradenton dermatology provider explains the difference — and the warning signs worth a skin check. ...more

Skin Growth

July 24, 2026•6 min read

Does Cellulitis Go Away on Its Own? | My Skin St. Pete

Cellulitis rarely resolves without treatment and can become serious if untreated. Leah Michel, APRN explains symptoms and when to seek care in St. Pete & Bradenton, FL. ...more

Infections and Infestations

July 20, 2026•4 min read

Skin Sarcoidosis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment | My Skin

Cutaneous sarcoidosis can mimic other skin conditions. Leah Michel, APRN explains symptoms, causes, and treatment options in St. Pete & Bradenton, FL. ...more

Skin Conditions

July 15, 2026•5 min read

Furuncle vs. Pimple: How to Tell the Difference | My Skin

Is it a furuncle or just a pimple? Learn the key differences in causes, symptoms, and when to see a dermatologist in St. Petersburg or Bradenton, FL. ...more

Skin Conditions ,Infections and Infestations

July 13, 2026•4 min read

What Sets My Skin Bradenton Apart | My Skin l Dermatology

Discover why Bradenton patients choose My Skin by Leah Michel for dermatology and aesthetics. 9 years of experience, no referral needed, most insurances accepted. ...more

Skin Care

July 06, 2026•3 min read

If you have any questions or concerns about your skin & would like to schedule an appointment at our St. Pete dermatology office or Brandenton dermatology office, please call us today!