Medical Dermatology

Acne is the most common skin condition that we see in our office. Even though the majority of our patients are in their teens and early twenties, we see and successfully treat patients of all ages with this condition. The cause of acne is multifactorial and is thought to reflect a combination of genetics, diet, environment as well as hormones.…

Psoriasis is a chronic immune mediated disease affecting approximately 8 million Americans at any age. The exact cause is still poorly understood but is thought to be influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Red, thick, white scaly plaques can be found on the elbows, knees, scalp and face for everyone to see creating a huge psychological impact on quality…

Rosacea is a very common condition that can affect men and women of all ages and skin types. However, it typically affects fair middle age females and the condition tends to be chronic for those that are affected. The cause is not well known but certain triggers can make the condition flare such as stress, spicy food, chocolate, alcohol, sun…