Patient's shoulder is examined by dermatologists at Central Vermont Medical Center.

Dermatology

Expert Medical Dermatology

Dermatology specialists at University of Vermont Health provide medical consultation and treatment for all types of skin, hair and nail problems. We offer full-spectrum dermatology services, including general medical dermatology and Mohs surgery for skin cancer, at clinics throughout Vermont and northern New York. Anchored by our academic medical center, our committed and compassionate team ensures you have access to our comprehensive range of expertise.

Close-up of caregiver hands providing dermatology services.

Katelyn Shea, MD, examines a patient's skin at the University of Vermont Medical Center's Dermatology Clinic.

Why Choose UVM Health?

Optimizing your skin health, we offer:

Expert physicians: In addition to board-certified dermatologists, our team includes dermatology-certified physician assistants and fellowship-trained pediatric dermatologists specializing in the care of children and adolescents.
Advanced treatments: We use the latest medical and surgical techniques and drug therapies to treat skin conditions, from acne and psoriasis to moles (nevi) and melanoma. For your comfort and convenience, many dermatologic surgeries performed by our specialists are done in-office in our surgery suites.
Mohs expertise: Our nationally recognized, fellowship-trained, board-certified dermatologic surgeons are exceptionally skilled in performing Mohs procedures. Mohs surgery is the highest standard of care available with cure rates of up to 99% while keeping the wound as small as possible.
Evidenced-based care: Active researchers as well as leaders in professional societies, our physicians keep up to date on dermatological innovations to provide you with research-driven care.

Skin Conditions We Treat

Our dermatology team diagnoses and treats the full range of skin concerns, always focused on improving skin health, including:

Acne
Actinic keratosis (precancerous skin lesions)
Atopic dermatitis (eczema)
Autoimmune diseases in the skin
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
Nevi (moles) and other benign lesions
Malignant melanoma
Non-melanoma skin cancer (basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas)
Pigmented lesions
Pilonidal cysts
Psoriasis
Skin infections

Dermatology Treatments

Our specialists provide:

Full body skin exams
Surgical removal (excise) of moles and other lesions
Laser treatments
Patch testing for allergies
Skin biopsies, using a variety of minimally invasive surgical techniques (shave and punch)
Dermatologic surgery
Mohs surgery, to remove skin cancer from delicate areas like the face and neck
Cryotherapy, for freezing away lesions
UV phototherapy, for the treatment of psoriasis and other skin diseases
Photodynamic therapy, for the treatment of precancerous conditions caused by sun damage over time, such as actinic keratosis

We are also home to the only Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) specialty clinic in Vermont and northern New York. Our team is dedicated to helping people with HS find relief, improve quality of life and feel supported every step of the way.

Patient Resources

American College of Mohs Surgery: Learn more about Mohs surgery, post-operative care and FAQs from this national organization of fellowship-trained skin cancer and reconstructive surgeons specializing in the Mohs micrographic surgical technique.
HS Foundation: The Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by HS through research, education and advocacy.

Awards & Certifications

American College of Mohs Surgery

University of Vermont Medical Center is a member of the American College of Mohs Surgery, an organization of fellowship-trained skin cancer and reconstructive surgeons specializing in the Mohs micrographic surgical technique used to treat skin cancer.