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TMC Medical Minutes: Laser Treatment for Fungal Nails

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Posted: Tue 3:45 PM, Oct 07, 2008

Does a toenail infection make you feel self-conscious about putting on open toed shoes or going barefoot? You’re not alone. Fungal toenail infections affect at least 2.5 million people annually. Podiatrist, Dr. Matthew Jackman joins us today to discuss a new treatment option using laser technology.


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