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is the largest organ of the body and the most visible. Although many skin diseases are isolated, some are manifestations of internal disease. Hence, a dermatologist is schooled in aspects of surgery, rheumatology (many rheumatic diseases can feature skin symptoms and signs), immunology, infectious diseases such as bacterial, fungal and viral infections that occur on the skin.

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Dermatologic surgery

Dermatologic surgery (dermasurgery) is performed by all dermatologists. Surgery is an integral part of dermatology residency training; thus all dermatologists are well trained in cutaneous surgery.

Techniques available to a dermatologic surgeon include lasers, traditional scalpel surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery. Topical and injectable agents such as dermal fillers are used. Some specially trained dermatologic surgeons perform MOHS' micrographic surgery, which can be an effective method for the treatment of recurrent, indistinct, or difficult skin cancers.

Stephen J. Beck, MD is a MOHS surgical specialist and is a Board Certified Dermatologist. Dr. Beck's special interest is MOHS' micrographic surgery. Simple as well as complex reconstruction requiring skin grafts or flaps are performed in the office.

American Board of Dermatology, 1983

Member of the American Society for MOHS Surgery

Cosmetic dermatology

Cosmetic dermatology has long been an important part of the field, and dermatologists have been the primary innovators in this area. Dermatologists specializing in cosmetic dermatology typically use non-invasive procedures to reverse the signs of aging.

Botox has been used since it was FDA approved for the treatment of wrinkles. It is used to minimize wrinkles such as frown lines and crow's feet. Fillers are used to "fill in" lines on the face and to minimize the appearance of wrinkles. Brand names of fillers include Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, Radiesse and many others.

Dermatologists are the pioneers of energy based treatments for the skin and these include lasers and intense pulsed light such as Foto Facial. Microdermabrasion using products like Mega Peel can significantly reduce the appearance of scarring, fine lines and damage caused by the suns ultraviolet rays.

For more detailed information you can visit our Advanced Skin Rejuvenation of Longview site for a complete list of services and products.