What makes our dermatology care exceptional
Our dermatology team in Washington includes board-certified dermatologists and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeons. We provide early detection, evidence-based care and coordinated support close to home. We also work with primary care and other specialists at Optum Care Washington when needed to support your overall health.
Dermatologists for every age and stage of care
Services we offer
Our services and in-office treatments include:
- Full skin exams, skin cancer screenings and biopsies
- Advanced surgical management, including Mohs micrographic surgery for high-risk skin cancers
- Care for acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, rashes and autoimmune or inflammatory skin disorders
- Evaluation and treatment of moles, lesions, cysts, lipomas and benign growths
- Hair loss evaluation and therapies, including PRP and oral medications
- Options for cosmetic concerns, when clinically appropriate
- Patch testing for allergic contact dermatitis
Conditions we treat
We diagnose and manage concerns from the simple to the complex:
- Acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, rashes, warts and poison ivy
- Moles, changing spots and other skin lesions
- Skin cancer and precancerous skin changes
- Cysts, lipomas and other benign growths
- Hair loss and scalp concerns
- Nail conditions
- Autoimmune, infectious or systemic-related skin disorders
- Allergic contact dermatitis
- Complex inflammatory skin diseases
- Cosmetic concerns such as wrinkles, sun damage and brown spots2
Dermatology FAQ
Dermatologists care for your skin, hair and nails at every age. We focus on early detection and personalized treatment plans to support long-term skin health and help you achieve the results you’re looking for.
You should see a dermatologist once a year to have a full-body skin exam. These regular checkups are essential for spotting serious conditions like skin cancer early, when treatment is most effective.
Then, follow up with your dermatologist as necessary throughout the year.
During your dermatology appointment:
- We will discuss your past skin care treatments and how our team can help you.
- If you have multiple skin concerns, prioritize them in order of importance.
- Depending on your issues, you may need a follow-up visit.
We treat a wide range of skin concerns and conditions, including:
- Common conditions: Acne, eczema, psoriasis, warts, moles, hair loss, poison ivy and more
- Complex disorders: Skin cancer, autoimmune skin diseases, infections and skin issues related to systemic illnesses
- Cosmetic concerns: Wrinkles, sun damage, brown spots, unwanted growths, tattoos and hair loss
We offer a full range of cosmetic, medical and surgical treatments, including:
- Chemical peels and laser facial treatments
- Injectables such as Botox, JUVÈDERM®, Restylane® and more
- Laser and UV light therapy for conditions like psoriasis and eczema
- Laser hair removal and tattoo removal
- Mohs surgery for skin cancer
- Patch testing for allergies
- Skin cancer screenings and biopsies
- Spider vein treatment
- Treatments for bacterial, fungal and viral skin infections
A skin biopsy helps diagnose a wide range of skin conditions, including:
- Autoimmune skin diseases
- Infections
- Rashes
- Skin cancer
It allows dermatologists to examine skin tissue under a microscope for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Mohs surgery is a specialized procedure used to remove skin cancer cells. It's highly effective and minimally invasive, making it ideal for treating skin cancers in sensitive areas.
Our dermatologists may recommend Mohs surgery if it's the best option for your condition.
Yes, in many cases you can see a dermatologist without a referral. However, some insurance plans may require one.
Check with your provider or contact your clinic location to learn more about direct access to dermatology care.
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- Dermatology care services vary by location. Check with your doctor’s office or health plan for specific information.
- Cosmetic services require a separate consultation and may not be included as part of a medical dermatology or insurance-covered visit. Coverage and costs vary by service and health plan.
Optum Care Washington, PLLC and The Polyclinic PLLC d/b/a Optum Care Washington (the “Practices”) are both physician owned and led practices having complete authority for all medical decision-making and patient care through their physicians and other licensed professionals. Optum, through its management organizations (“Optum”) provides non-clinical administrative services to support the Practices and their physicians. Neither Optum nor its management companies employs, engages, or supervises physicians or other licensed professionals, or determines or sets the methods, standards, or conduct of the practice of medicine or exercise of medical judgment or health care provided by the Practices or by any of their licensed professionals.