Our Services
We are dedicated to providing our patients with the highest quality of comprehensive medical and surgical dermatology services for a wide range of conditions. Your health and well-being are our top priority. Our team of skilled and experienced dermatologists and providers specializes in diagnosing and treating a full range of dermatologic conditions including acne, melasma, psoriasis, rashes, and skin growths. Our Mohs surgery center provides treatment of skin cancers using the highest standard of care. Whether you are seeking medical dermatology treatments or to enhance the appearance and health of your skin, our goal is to deliver quality treatment to optimize your skin health. Your journey to healthier skin begins here.
Acne
What to Know About Noticing & Treating AcneWHAT’S THE CAUSE? Acne is a disorder of the sebaceous glands ("oil glands"). It typically starts when rising hormone levels (especially in teenagers) over-stimulate these...
Actinic Keratosis
What to Know About Actinic KeratosisYou have surely seen an actinic keratosis. The name may be unfamiliar, but the appearance is commonplace. Anyone who spends time in the sun runs a high risk of developing one or more. An...
Alopecia (Hair Loss)
What to Know About Alopecia (Hair Loss)The word alopecia means hair loss. Alopecia develops when there are more hairs being lost as compared to the number of hairs growing in. A large portion of the person's scalp hair is...
Boils
What to Know About BoilsWHAT’S THE CAUSE? A boil is a skin infection that begins in a hair follicle or oil gland, often through a germ that enters through a small nick or cut in the skin. They most commonly appear on the...
Contact Dermatitis
What to Know About Contact DermatitisDermatitis and eczema are terms that are often used interchangeably. These conditions can be classified as acute or chronic. Dermatitis is often acute and refers to an area of irritation...
Cysts
What to Know About CystsWHAT’S THE CAUSE? A cyst is a closed sac under the skin filled with material. That material may be liquid, soft or hard (calcified and scarred). They can be found anywhere on the body. They are...
Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)
What to Know About Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)Treating Excessive Sweating Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is a disorder in which the body produces an excessive amount of sweat. This can be idiopathic (i.e. no...
Fungal Infections
What to Know About Fungal InfectionsFungal infections are caused by fungi. Fungi are widespread in our environment and come from spore bearing plants that have no chlorophyll. They are commonly known as mold, mildew, and...
Herpes
What to Know About HerpesTreating Herpes Herpes is an umbrella term for a group of several contagious viral infections. The most common types are known as herpes simplex Type 1 and herpes simplex Type 2. Type 1 is usually...
Herpes Zoster (Shingles)
What to Know About Herpes Zoster (Shingles)TREATING HERPES ZOSTER (SHINGLES) The same virus that causes chickenpox causes herpes zoster or shingles. Once the virus is contracted, it remains in the nerve cells in what is...
Hives
What to Know About HivesWHAT’S THE CAUSE? Hives are also known as urticaria, welts, or wheals. Hives are characterized by a red, raised, itchy skin rash. Hives can be caused by many things, including medications, allergic...
Mohs Micrographic Surgery
What to Know About Mohs Micrographic SurgeryThe Mohs Micrographic Surgery technique is the gold standard of skin cancer treatment, allowing the physician to remove as little tissue as possible with the highest cure rate....
Moles
What to Know About MolesEvaluating and Treating Moles Moles, or nevi, are growths on the skin that develop when pigment cells (melanocytes) grow in clusters. Most adults have between 10 and 40 common moles. A common mole is...
Nail Abnormalities
What to Know About Nail AbnormalitiesNail changes can be caused by a variety of conditions, including psoriasis, fungal infections, trauma, tumors, and ingrown nails. Dermatologists specialize in the diagnosis of nail...
Psoriasis
What to Know About PsoriasisPsoriasis is a complicated and persistent skin disease that got its name from the Greek word for "itch." The skin can become inflamed, with thickened red, areas with shiny scales. The scalp,...
Rosacea
What to Know About RosaceaRosacea is a widespread but poorly understood chronic (long-term) skin disorder that affects more than 16 million Americans. There is no cure for Rosacea, but it can be controlled. Symptoms may...
Rashes
What to Know About RashesHealthy skin provides a barrier between the outside environment and the inside of your body. Rashes are often caused by contact with an allergen or a substance that irritates the skin. Poisonous...
Skin Cancer Overview
What to Know About Skin CancerTreating Skin Cancer One in five Americans will develop some type of skin cancer over the course of their lifetimes. With early detection and treatment, however, most skin cancers are...
Skin Tags
What to Know About Skin TagsTreating Skin Tags A skin tag is a small flap of tissue that hangs off the skin by a connecting stalk. Skin tags are not dangerous. They are usually found on the neck, armpits, under the breasts,...
Sun Damage
What to Know About Sun DamageSun damage can lead to a number of serious skin diseases. If you notice signs of sun damage, make an appointment today to learn how to protect your skin.Was this helpful? We would love to meet...
Surgical Excisions
What to Know About Surgical ExcisionsMany benign and malignant skin growths may need to be removed. The most common reason for a surgical procedure to be performed is for the removal of skin cancers such as basal cell...
Treatment of Pigmented Spots
What to Expect from a Laser Therapy AppointmentWith this effective laser treatment, the skin rapidly absorbs the laser’s light energy, vaporizing the unwanted melanin and lightening pigment. Patients can expect crusting of...
Vitiligo
What to Know About VitiligoVitiligo is a skin condition whereby the skin loses its natural pigmentation, causing white spots to appear. Some people develop only a few spots but in other cases it can be more extensive. The...
Warts
What to Know About WartsTREATING WARTS AND MOLLUSCUM Warts are a common skin infection. They are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). This virus gains entry to the skin through tiny breaks in the skin and lives in the...
Wrinkle Reduction
What to Expect from a Wrinkle ReductionWhether you’re 35 and beginning to see the first signs of aging, or 55 and seeking treatment for deeper lines, many of us are interested in reducing wrinkles on our skin. Fortunately,...