Frequently Asked Questions

Dermatologists are physicians devoted to the medical and surgical treatment of diseases pertaining to the skin, hair and nails. In order to be designated a specialist in dermatology, the doctor must complete at least four years in a certified residency program, after completing an initial four years of medical school and several years of undergraduate studies.

People with a personal or family history of skin cancer should be seen on a regular basis (at least yearly). Anyone with a new or changing skin lesion should be seen without delay.

Dermatologists diagnose and treat many different conditions of the skin, hair, and nails. The following list includes some of the most common reasons for a patient to see a dermatologist.

• Skins cancer
• Acne
• Birth marks
• Rashes
• Skin Growths
• SKin Infections
• Psoriasis
• Eczema
• Rosacea
• Hair loss
• Nail fungus
• Cosmetic treatments

Clean daily with mild soap and water and apply vaseline or polysporin at least 2-3 times daily.

The general recommendations are to apply a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or greater and one that is stated to protect againt ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation. This should be applied 30 minutes prior to going outside. Sunscreen wears off and is broken down by exposure to the sun and should be reapplied at least every 2 hours, and more often if sweating or swimming as this washes the sunscreen off.

We take Medicare and Medicaid as well as almost all private insurances. Please call to confirm your insurance acceptance. Some insurances also require a referral and the referral must be on hand in order to confirm your appointment.