Medical Treatments

A comprehensive and thorough full skin check and skin cancer screening by a board certified dermatologist is one of our greatest offerings. We offer this for all ages. During your full skin check we check you from head to toe and even magnify every “mole” or growth on your body with dermoscopy. We answer your questions about birthmarks, or existing moles you may have, monitor them as well as screen you for suspicious moles, melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, pre cancers called actinic keratosis, and anything else worrisome. A patient’s prognosis is greatly related to how quickly and early skin cancer is detected. Prompt diagnosis is key.

Acne is very common and can be challenging to treat. It commonly presents with red bumps with or without pustules, painful cysts, black heads and white heads ranging from mild to moderate in severity. We consider the many forms that exist, acne “look-alikes”, and tailor therapy to your specific skin needs, your skin’s tolerance, your age group, and concomitant health conditions.

Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin state that has many presentations. Traditionally it affects fairer skin types but can affect all ethnicities. Presentations range from sensitive facial skin that’s dry and “stingy” and easily made red with flushing, acne like papules and pustules, to the end stage over grown very oily textured skin. Rosacea related issues such as perioral/periorifical dermatitis that have similar treatments sometimes can be grouped in this category. Learn how to avoid flares with the right skin care routine, diet, and holistic approach as we optimize medical management with the right prescriptions and cosmetic treatments.

Psoriasis is a chronic relapsing inflammatory disease that usually presents with scaly silvery plaques most often seen on scalp, elbows, knees. It affects 2% of the world’s population. There are many forms and all ages can be affected. Chronic and potentially destructive joint involvement is possibly associated and so is increased risk of metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease. Treating psoriasis involves a multipronged approach with many options. This disease affects beyond just the skin. Let us help you clear your skin and keep you healthy in many ways beyond your skin.

Pigment changes in the skin can be from many causes (acne scarring, melasma, hormonal abnormalities, sun damage, side effects of medicines, vascular insufficiency). We help you identify the cause and help you choose the best interventions specific to you.

Eczema is an umbrella term for hypersensitive itchy inflamed skin. A very common cause of eczema is atopic dermatitis. This can affect all ages and treatment starts with thorough patient education. Learn how to avoid triggers, nourish your skin’s barrier with the right products, avoid complications like super-infections, get better quickly and stay better with a treatment and maintenance plan. There are many safe options for you or your family.