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Your Essential Guide to Atopic Dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis (AD), the most common form of eczema, is the most common inflammatory skin disease of man. It affects approximately 20% of children and 10% of adults. In comparison, psoriasis affects 2-3% of the US population. Everyone from newborns to senior citizens can suffer from AD. Infants commonly show the red rash on the […]

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Dr. Creswell Presents at the 28th Annual Practical Pediatrics for Primary Care

Hosted by Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota, the Practical Pediatrics for Primary Care conference presents practical information to help healthcare professionals stay current on relevant topics and recent advances important to their practices. Dr. Creswell was invited to speak as a pediatric dermatology expert and gave a presentation on atypical nevi and birthmarks. We […]

2018 MN Monthly Top Doc

2018 Minnesota Monthly Top Doctors

Mitchell E. Bender, MD and Jennifer M. Lee, MD have been awarded Top Doctors by Minnesota Monthly for 2018. This list of top doctors features medical professionals nominated by their peers in the Minneapolis, St. Paul metro area. Congratulations to Dr. Bender and Dr. Lee!  

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What is Polypodium Leucotomos?

Patients sometimes ask us, “Is there a sunscreen that I can take in a pill form?” So far, nothing beats the topical application of sunscreens/sunblocks as well as sun protective clothing and sun avoidance. However, oral supplementation with various plant extracts are emerging as potential boosters of sun protection. Some of the greatest interest surrounds […]

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Sun Safety Advice for Hunters & Fishermen

I have been a fisherman for 70 years and a hunter for nearly as long. I’d like to be able to say that I have been sun safe for all of that time, but like everyone else in the 1950’s, I didn’t give it much thought during those years. However, I think in 40 years […]

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