Dermatology
The largest and most exposed organ of the body is your skin. At SSM Health, our dermatologists recognize the importance of your skin and value the need to keep it strong and healthy.
From the most basic of services to those that take on a bit of complexity, our doctors treat your dermatological needs with the sensitivity they deserve. We take the worry out of skin health by offering a complete range of dermatology services for adults and children alike.
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Cosmetic Services
We offers a range of cosmetic services to improve the color, texture, and volume of your skin.
Skin Cancer Screening
Skin cancer is preventable and easy to treat when found early - that's why regular screening is so important.
Conditions SSM Health Dermatology Treats
Our providers are specialists in diseases affecting the skin, hair and nails. Here is a list of common medical conditions that we treat:
- Acne
- Actinic keratosis (precancers)
- Birthmarks
- Cold sores
- Contact & irritant dermatitis
- Dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis)
- Dry skin
- Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
- Excessive hair growth
- Excessive sweating
- Fungal infection of the skin & nails
- Hair disorders
- Herpes infections
- Hives (urticaria)
- Melanoma
- Melasma
- Moles
- Nail disorders
- Precancerous sun damage
- Psoriasis
- Rashes in general
- Rosacea
- Skin cancer
- Skin infections
- Skin tags
- Warts
When needed, our dermatologists may also perform skin reaction tests (patch and photo patch tests), sunlight sensitivity assessments, testing and treatment of fungal and viral diseases, as well as skin cancer evaluations and management.
In some cases, patients may need surgical treatment for benign and malignant tumors, including moles, cysts and sun induced skin cancers. Our dermatologists are specially trained to handle these cases and are here to help you with all of your dermatological needs.
If you’re concerned about a dermatological issue, call your primary care doctor;and discuss the symptoms you’re experiencing. They’ll provide you the necessary guidance on your next steps. And remember: when in doubt, check it out!
