Medical Services
Our physicians are specialists trained in dieases of the hair, skin and nails, as well as some of the most chronic and complicated skin disorders. Among the most frequent problems we treat are acne, warts, eczema, psoriasis and skin cancers. For many of the diseases we treat there are different treatment options, some of which include surgical services.
Surgery
Our physicians will decide which medical or surgical approach is best for you. Most surgical procedures can be performed in our outpatient office setting.
- Cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen) – A commonly used procedure to treat warts, precancerous lesions, and some types of skin cancers. The freezing temperature results in the destruction of the affected tissue.
- Electrosurgery – a frequently used form of surgery for the removal of benign and malignant skin lesions. Heat generated by the heated electrosurgical apparatus destroys the affected tissue.
- Excisional surgery – This procedure results in the complete removal of benign and malignant lesions when indicated. This also allows for microscopic analysis of the affected tissue. A certified dermatopathologist is on staff to provide expert pathologic diagnoses.
Cosmetic Services
Cosmetic services are generally not medically necessary in nature and therefore not filed with your insurance carrier. Payment in full will be required at the time the services are provided in our office.
- Sclerotherapy – Is a procedure in which Sodium Tetradecyl Sulfate is injected into the small vessels of the lower legs to destroy and eliminate these unsightly superficial veins.
- Chemical Peel – Is a technique used to improve the appearance of the skin. A chemical solution is applied to the skin which causes it to peel off, and allows new skin to regenerate.
- Removal or destruction of benign asymptomatic growths.
Phototherapy
Our practice offers different ultraviolet light sources which include UVA, PUVA and narrowband UVB for the treatment of a number of skin diseases such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and vitiligo. Services are provided at our Patterson office only. Home light therapy units are also available. Some insurance carriers may require prior authorization for this service.
Cosmetic Skin Care Line
Available for purchase from any of our office locations, both skin care lines can help improve the look and feel of the skin.
MD Forte
www.mdforte.com
MD Forte is a skin care system that contains alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) to normalize the exfoliation process and increase moisturization of your skin. AHA sheds, or exfoliates, dead cells of the outer layer of the epidermis. As the dry outer layer is exfoliated by AHA, younger, healthier, smoother-looking skin is revealed.
Neostrata
www.neostrata.com
Neostrata Professional products are uniquely formulated with alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) and poly-hydroxy acids (PHA) to enhance the therapeutic treatments and skin care recommended by physicians. These products are beneficial in improving the visible signs of aging or sun damaged skin.