Jose W. Ricardo, MD

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Enhancing Cosmetic and Functional Improvement of Recalcitrant Nail Lichen Planus With Resin Nail

Author:: Jose W. Ricardo, MD

Publish date: April 8, 2024

We describe application of a resin nail for recalcitrant lichen planus of the fingernail for improved cosmesis and functionality.

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Minimally Invasive Nail Surgery: Techniques to Improve the Patient Experience

Author:: Jose W. Ricardo, MD

Publish date: August 7, 2023

A minimally invasive nail surgery technique is essential to alleviating dermatologist and patient apprehension, which may lead to greater adoption ...

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Dermatology Author Gender Trends During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Author:: Jose W. Ricardo, MD

Publish date: June 28, 2023

The academic productivity of female dermatologists as last authors in dermatology clinical journals has potentially been impacted by the COVID-19 p...

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Utilizing a Sleep Mask to Reduce Patient Anxiety During Nail Surgery

Author:: Jose W. Ricardo, MD

Publish date: July 14, 2021

Patients undergoing nail surgery frequently experience anxiety. Wearing a sleep mask diverts attention from the surgical field, thus reducing perio...

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Recommendations for Pregnant Members of Dermatology Health Care Teams During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Author:: Jose W. Ricardo, MD

Publish date: May 11, 2021

Pregnant women are at an increased risk for severe illness due to COVID-19 compared with nonpregnant women; therefore, it is important to protect p...

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Utilization of a Stress Ball to Diminish Anxiety During Nail Surgery

Author:: Jose W. Ricardo, MD

Publish date: June 3, 2020

Anxiety is commonly encountered by patients undergoing nail surgery. Squeezing a stress ball with the free hand does not interfere with the surgica...