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The Penn State Health Approach to Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery

Penn State Health provides complete multidisciplinary care for skin conditions, from acne and rashes to skin cancer. Our dermatologists and skin care specialists are the trusted choice of families throughout central Pennsylvania. 

We’re committed to using the latest medical advancements to diagnose your condition and create the best care plan for you. As an academic medical center, we’re continually seeking new ways to find and treat skin disorders. We also educate our patients and the community about sun protection and skin cancer prevention. We offer free skin cancer screenings annually, hold a monthly clinic dedicated to serving the health needs of underserved people in Harrisburg and support Camp Discovery, a summer camp for young people with chronic skin conditions. 

Our dermatologists have the advanced knowledge and experience to treat dermatological concerns in people of all ages. We develop a personalized solution to give you the best results possible and have the expertise to treat the most complex and rare conditions. 

Complete Care for a Full Range of Dermatological Conditions

When you come to Penn State Health, you can count on the highest level of care from a dermatology team that offers the latest treatments for a full range of skin, hair and nail conditions. We provide leading-edge Mohs surgery to treat skin cancer, including early-stage melanoma. We also have the expertise to treat routine conditions, from allergic rashes to skin problems caused by lupus or genetic diseases. 

You benefit from comprehensive services provided by a team of specialists, including the latest approaches from our cosmetic services team. For cases where a patient cannot come to us, we now offer high-quality telehealth dermatology care, which provides virtual care with personal attention from a team focused on your well-being.

Related Services and Treatments

• Cosmetic services and surgery
• Dermatopathology
• Interventional radiology
• Laser therapy
• Leg vein treatment
• Light therapy (phototherapy)
• Mohs surgery
• Occupational dermatology
• Patch testing for allergies
• Pediatric dermatology
• Plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Scar, birthmark and tattoo removal
• Skin cancer care

Conditions Treated

• Acne
• Autoimmune skin diseases
• Birthmarks (vascular malformations)
• Contact dermatitis
• Eczema
• Genetic skin disorders
• Hair and scalp disorders
• Hidradenitis suppurativa
• Melanoma
• Nail disorders
• Non-melanoma skin cancers
  • Cutaneous basal skin cancer
  • Squamous cell skin cancer
• Psoriasis
• Rashes and growths
• Rosacea
• Skin allergies
• Skin cancer
• Sun damage
• Varicose and spider veins

Mohs Surgery: A Precise Method for Treating Skin Cancer

Skin cancer can appear as a small spot or abnormal changes on the surface of your skin. It’s important to examine your skin often and ask your dermatologist about any suspicious lesions. 

Once skin cancer is diagnosed, your dermatologist may recommend Mohs micrographic surgery. Surgeons use this specialized procedure to remove skin cancers completely while preserving as much normal skin as possible. 

Mohs surgery spares healthy tissues and offers higher rates for the complete removal of skin cancers when compared to other treatments, according to the National Institutes of Health. Mohs procedures also help to minimize scarring or unsightly results that can occur after less precise tumor removal methods. 

Penn State Health has seven board-certified Mohs surgeons who all completed rigorous fellowship-level training in skin cancer and its treatment. They have exceptional skin cancer diagnostic and surgical expertise, including cosmetic and reconstructive surgery skills. Learn more about the Penn State Health approach to Mohs surgery.

Dermatology Research and Clinical Trials 

Penn State Health explores new ways to improve care for conditions such as acne, lupus, psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa and others. That means you can get some of the most promising treatments before they become widely available. Find out if a dermatology clinical trial is right for you.

Inspired Community Service Initiatives

Why Choose Penn State Health for Dermatology

We’re known across central Pennsylvania for our expertise in dermatology and quality, patient-centered care.

Nationally Recognized Dermatology Care

You can get the highest level of coordinated, personalized care at Penn State Health. Families choose us for our:

• Well-respected dermatologists, many recognized among the Best Doctors in America. 
• High patient satisfaction ratings. Our team is one of the highest ranked within Penn State Health.
• Dermatology Acute Care Clinic, which improves patient access to get urgent skin problems addressed.
• Multidisciplinary Skin Oncology Clinic, a pioneer in combating the growing skin cancer problem in central Pennsylvania.
• Sun Protection Project, which spreads skin protection awareness throughout the community with projects such as shade pavilions, trees, umbrellas and clothing.

Expert, Team-Based Care Designed for You

Our dermatologists treat all types of skin, hair and nail problems, including those caused by autoimmune conditions or treatment side effects. Whatever your diagnosis, we can help.
We take a team approach to ensure you get the care you need to relieve all your symptoms. Our dermatologists work closely with surgeons and providers who specialize in allergy and immunology, cancer, interventional radiology and other areas to give you comprehensive care.