Scott J. M. Lim, DO

Treating Vitiligo
posted: Dec. 09, 2019.

Vitiligo is a skin condition that affects more than 200,000 men and women in the United States each year, with half of those affected noticing symptoms before age 20. Although Read more
How Botox Can Help You
posted: Nov. 20, 2019.

We all would like to find that magical solution that would keep us looking young forever. Of course, while we certainly haven’t found the Fountain of Youth just yet, advancements Read more
Dealing With Psoriasis
posted: Nov. 06, 2019.

Psoriasis doesn’t just impact someone’s appearance but it can also affect someone’s quality of life. Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that leads to itching, burning patches of skin known Read more
Detecting Melanoma
posted: Oct. 28, 2019.

Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. Fortunately, it rarely develops without warning, and the number of fatalities caused by melanoma could be greatly reduced if people were aware Read more
Dealing with Adult Acne
posted: Oct. 17, 2019.

Acne is the most common of all skin disorders, affecting almost everyone at some point in their lives. While most people outgrow acne in their late teens or early twenties, Read more
Keeping Your Nails Healthy
posted: Oct. 03, 2019.

The nails take a lot of abuse. From gardening and dishes to regular wear and tear, harsh chemicals and hard work can really take a toll on the condition of Read more
How Chemical Peels Can Help You
posted: Sep. 16, 2019.

If you’re bothered by fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring or an uneven skin tone, or if you are looking for a simple way to rejuvenate your skin, chemical peels may Read more
A message from Dr. Lim regarding the AADA Legislative Conference
posted: Sep. 11, 2019.

Missed two days of work in order to be in Washington, D.C. to be part of the AADA Legislative Conference. A record of 205 dermatologists from all over the country Read more
Dr. Lim heading to Washington, D.C. for Leadership Summit and AADA Legislative Conference
posted: Sep. 05, 2019.

As Dr. Lim goes into his last quarter of 2019 as President of the Pennsylvania Academy of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery (PAD), he is proud to announce he will represent Read more
Preventing Wrinkles
posted: Sep. 03, 2019.

The telltale signs of aging skin—wrinkles, puffy eyes, age spots—may start to appear as we grow older. We can’t fight the aging process, but we can take steps now to Read more
Thank you Senator Laughlin for your support
posted: Sep. 02, 2019.

Dr. Lim would like to thank Senator Dan Laughlin for supporting the PAD initiative of raising the legal tanning age to 18 in Pennsylvania. We look forward to the house Read more
Protecting Yourself from the Sun
posted: Aug. 15, 2019.

Too much exposure to sunlight can be harmful to your skin. Dangerous ultraviolet B (UVB) and ultraviolet A (UVA) rays damage skin, which leads to premature wrinkles, skin cancer and Read more
Time to stop insurers’ meddling in patient care: Letters to the editor
posted: Aug. 01, 2019.

The following letter to the editor, written by Dr. Lim, was published this week. Please see attached & consider supporting House Bill 1194 by contacting your local representative or clinking Read more
Are Fillers Right for You?
posted: Jul. 29, 2019.

Thinking about fillers? Dermal filler injections can give you a more youthful look for a fraction of what a facelift costs. Dermal fillers are soft tissue fillers injected into the Read more
Dealing With Poison Ivy
posted: Jul. 12, 2019.

Have you heard of Toxicodendron radicans? No? Well, you have likely heard of their colloquial name—poison ivy. Sporting leaves filled with Urushiol, an oily resin that can cause a painful Read more
Treating Your Warts
posted: Jun. 27, 2019.

Warts are small, harmless growths that develop on the skin. You may notice only one or they may grow in clusters. While they are usually painless, sometimes they can develop Read more