Medical Dermatology
We are dedicated to providing outstanding, patient-centered care for disorders affecting the skin, hair, and nails. Our professional staff treats patients of all ages to give them the self-confidence they deserve!
Dr. Desjarlais, a board-certified dermatologist, personally sees all new patients. Follow-up appointments may be seen by our Physician Assistant, and revisits with Dr. Desjarlais are always available. We provide advanced treatments for psoriasis and eczema and have many treatment options for all grades of acne.
Acne
Acne affects 85 percent of all teenagers and 20 percent of adults. It most commonly occurs on the face in teenagers and young adults, but can affect other areas such as the neck, trunk, arms and buttocks.
Eczema
Eczema affects 1 in 18 people and causes the skin to become inflamed, red, dry, and itchy. In some cases of eczema, a rash might develop in one area or over the entire body.
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a non-contagious, lifelong skin disorder affecting nearly 3 percent of the world’s population. It appears as a red, thickened area with silvery scales that form most often on the scalp, elbows, knees or lower back.
Rashes
Rashes are areas of redness and inflammation that can appear on the skin after exposure to certain substances. Many different conditions cause rashes.
Rosacea
Rosacea is common. It appears as a redness across your nose and cheek area and comes and goes. There are individuals who are more prone to this condition however, anyone can get this skin disease.
Skin Cancers
Skin cancer is the most prevalent of all cancers, affecting more than 1 million Americans every year. Most people receive between 50 and 80 percent of their lifetime exposure to the sun by the age of 18.
Veins
Leg “spider veins” appear as wavy, thin, reddish-purple lines and affect as many as 80 percent of all women as they age, and a large percentage of men, too.
Warts
Warts are non-cancerous skin growths caused by a viral infection in the top layer of the skin. They are usually skin colored and feel rough to the touch, but they can be dark, flat, and smooth.
