Testimonials
By Kuta
08/01/2008What a blessing of an office!! I went there with my 10 year old daughter for her SEVERE eczema. They made her and I feel at ease. You can tell he is a doctor that loves what he does. And so does his staff. Just a great experience.
What is Medical Dermatologist?
Also known as immunodermatology, it involves the diagnosis and management of complex dermatologic diseases including: pemphigoid, pemphigus, dermatitis herpetiformis, lupus, scleroderma, dermatomyositis, rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis, vasculitis, cutaneous lymphomas (e.g. mycosis fungoides). Also included in medical dermatology is wound care, which is the diagnosis and treatment of nonhealing leg ulcers, cutaneous coagulopathies, pyoderma gangrenosum, diabetic foot ulcers, and some forms of pressure ulcers.
Medical dermatology also involves the diagnosis and management of atypical or severe skin diseases such as generalized atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and various photosensitivity disorders.
Why am I seeking care from a medical dermatologist?
Most patients seeing a medial dermatologist are referred either by their primary dermatologist or another physician (PCP, rheumatologist, pulmonologist, podiatrist, etc..). Some patients are referred for second opinions, some for help with diagnosis and/or management. We also gladly see patients who are self-referred.
Does this office offer routine skin care?
While Dr. Fivenson is well trained in general dermatology, he has chosen to limit his practice to the care of those patients with more complicated disease. Therefore, routine skin care for warts, acne, eczema, skin cancers, rashes, etc. should be through your primary dermatologists office. If you do not have a dermatologist, we will be happy to help you find someone in your area who can see you.
What should I bring to the office for my visit?
If you are a new patient to your practice please bring:
- Referral authorization
- All prior records, biopsy reports, lab tests and all your current medications.
- Medical history questionnaire (we will mail them to you prior to your first visit or (click here to download) ).
- List of your questions
If you are a returning patient, please bring the following to each appointment:
- Referral authorization
- Current medication list
- List of your questions
Who do I call with questions?
We will try to be available to help you with any questions that might arise related to your medical dermatology conditions. All nurses are trained to address medication and lab related questions. Dr. Fivenson is always available. We also check out email ( info@fivensondermatology.com ) several times daily and encourage this as a way to get your questions answered if a personal call is not needed.
What are some of the special features of this office?
Highly trained office nurses to: Address and monitor complex dermatologic medications such as: methotrexate, acetretin, interferon, cyclosporin, thalidomide, azathioprine, cyclophosphamide, IVIG, newer biologic agents for psoriasis and psoriasis arthritis.
How can my primary physician/dermatologist be involved in my care here?
We will work with your doctors to help manage your dermatologic condition. We will be happy to provide a care plan to help them with your care. We will also keep your other doctors informed of your progress by letter with each visit.