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Richard Eisen, M.D. and Ramzi Saad, M.D.

Dr. Richard Eisen is the founding physician and Director of South Shore Skin Center.  Dr. Eisen is a Board Certified Dermatologist and Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.  He is a recognized expert in laser therapy and is a fellow of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery and American Society of Lasers in Medicine and Surgery.


Dr. Ramzi Saad is a Board Certified Dermatologist at South Shore Skin Center.  Dr. Saad has published numerous Dermatology papers and has held teaching positions throughout the U.S.  He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.


Founded in 1984, South Shore Skin Center is one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services to thousands of clients south of Boston. 


South Shore Skin Center offices are located at 223 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Suite 202 in Cohasset, Mass. (781) 383-3340, and 45 Resnik Road, Suite 102 in Plymouth, Mass., (508) 747-0711.  For more information, visit their website at www.southshoreskincenter.com.


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Acne Scarring

Health & Wellness

By Richard Eisen, M.D. and Ramzi Saad, M.D.


Most acne sufferers’ breakouts are not serious and do not result in scarring, but at least 40 percent of all acne cases need to be treated by a physician.  Acne is caused by the overproduction of sebum (oil), which is regulated by hormones, coupled with the obstruction of the pores. 

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Are Kids Getting Enough Vitamin D?

Health & Wellness

By Richard Eisen, M.D. and Ramzi Saad, M.D.


One of the ways children get their Vitamin D requirement is simply by being outdoors.  Solar UV exposure produces Vitamin D in the body, an important vitamin that may help to prevent colon, breast and other cancers.  But, now, there is controversy among physicians and scientists as to whether children who wear sunscreen are absorbing enough Vitamin D.

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