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UCSF Doctor Launches Trail-Blazing Skin Clinic

A first-of-its-kind clinic in San Francisco aims to address a long-standing problem related to skin care and, more specifically, the color of that skin.

The UCSF physician behind the idea, Dr. Jenna Lester, launched the Skin of Color Clinic, a novel program that just opened last November. She sees everyone, regardless of background. Her mission is simple: Create a space where patients, especially patients of color, know thereโ€™s someone who understands their skin and can feel comfortable.

"I could be bringing someone to care, who hasnโ€™t been to the doctor in a long time," Lester said.

NBC Bay Area's Sam Brock has the full story in the video above.

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