Mary Blattner, MD

What is a Dermatologist?
A dermatologist is a physician who specializes in skin care. These physicians receive extensive training in treating skin problems and helping keep skin healthy.Dermatologists devote their skills and energy to treating medical conditions of the skin, such as acne, rashes, rosacea, warts and various forms of skin cancer. They use the latest research to conquer acute or chronic diseases that can be life-altering. For example, severe acne and psoriasis were once difficult to treat; they can now be controlled with a variety of topical or oral medications prescribed by your dermatologist.

Dermatologists devote their skills and energy to treating medical conditions of the skin, such as acne, rashes, rosacea, warts and various forms of skin cancer. They use the latest research to conquer acute or chronic diseases that can be life-altering. For example, severe acne and psoriasis were once difficult to treat; they can now be controlled with a variety of topical or oral medications prescribed by your dermatologist.

Dermatologists devote their skills and energy to treating medical conditions of the skin, such as acne, rashes, rosacea, warts and various forms of skin cancer. They use the latest research to conquer acute or chronic diseases that can be life-altering. For example, severe acne and psoriasis were once difficult to treat; they can now be controlled with a variety of topical or oral medications prescribed by your dermatologist.

What kind of training does a dermatologist have?
After earning a medical degree and completing an internship, a dermatologist receives three more years of specialty training to become an expert in skin, hair and nails. Many dermatologists have general practices and see patients with all types of skin concerns. All dermatologists are trained in surgical procedures, but some choose to specialize in surgery. Some dermatologists gain additional training and expertise in specific areas of dermatology, such as pediatrics, surgery, or cosmetics, and may go on to have practices specializing in these areas.

What does a dermatologist do?
Dermatologists are uniquely trained to analyze the skin, hair, and nails. They can spot potential problems and diagnose a multitude of conditions ranging from minor to life-threatening. These skills and knowledge can improve the lives of patients of all ages: an infant with a birthmark, a child with eczema, an adult with sun-damaged skin, a senior citizen with shingles.

Dermatologists are a great resource for learning how to prevent skin, hair and nail concerns. They can teach patients to protect themselves from the sun to avoid skin cancer, caution them about hairstyles that can contribute to hair loss, and advise them on how to care for nails to prevent common conditions such as nail fungus. Some dermatologists improve the health and appearance of the skin with a host of surgical and non-surgical treatments, which include filling in or smoothing out wrinkles and scars, eliminating spider veins or skin discolorations, resurfacing skin with microdermabrasion or chemical peels, and removing or replacing hair. A dermatologist also can help evaluate skin care products, procedures and claims being offered by spas and non-dermatologist practitioners.

What does a dermatologist do?
Dermatologists are uniquely trained to analyze the skin, hair, and nails. They can spot potential problems and diagnose a multitude of conditions ranging from minor to life-threatening. These skills and knowledge can improve the lives of patients of all ages: an infant with a birthmark, a child with eczema, an adult with sun-damaged skin, a senior citizen with shingles.

Dermatologists are a great resource for learning how to prevent skin, hair and nail concerns. They can teach patients to protect themselves from the sun to avoid skin cancer, caution them about hairstyles that can contribute to hair loss, and advise them on how to care for nails to prevent common conditions such as nail fungus. Some dermatologists improve the health and appearance of the skin with a host of surgical and non-surgical treatments, which include filling in or smoothing out wrinkles and scars, eliminating spider veins or skin discolorations, resurfacing skin with microdermabrasion or chemical peels, and removing or replacing hair. A dermatologist also can help evaluate skin care products, procedures and claims being offered by spas and non-dermatologist practitioners.

Dermatologists are a great resource for learning how to prevent skin, hair and nail concerns. They can teach patients to protect themselves from the sun to avoid skin cancer, caution them about hairstyles that can contribute to hair loss, and advise them on how to care for nails to prevent common conditions such as nail fungus. Some dermatologists improve the health and appearance of the skin with a host of surgical and non-surgical treatments, which include filling in or smoothing out wrinkles and scars, eliminating spider veins or skin discolorations, resurfacing skin with microdermabrasion or chemical peels, and removing or replacing hair. A dermatologist also can help evaluate skin care products, procedures and claims being offered by spas and non-dermatologist practitioners.

Whether a dermatologist provides general medical care for the skin or focuses on a specialized area of medical, surgical or cosmetic dermatology, she can be your trusted partner in maintaining the health of your skin, hair and nails.