Skin care—without the wait!

Whether you’re concerned about a specific spot or you’d like solutions for hair loss, a nail issue, acne or another skin problem, we’ll get you in! We’re here to help you find relief, peace of mind and the best results possible. Schedule now and we’ll see you soon!

Dermatologists specialize in assessing, diagnosing and treating conditions and diseases of the skin, nails and hair.

Services include:

Mole and other growth removal
Skin cancer screening and treatment including Mohs surgery
Assessment and treatment of:
- acne
- eczema
- rashes
- cysts
- growths
- psoriasis
- alopecia (hair loss)
- lupus
- shingles
- excessive sweating
- sexually transmitted infections

Lotions, creams and ointments, oh my! Here’s how to decide.

Does the selection in the lotion aisle leave you feeling overwhelmed?

There are so many options, and the range of prices can make you feel like you have to spend a lot to get something that will work. Understanding your options will help you choose products that give you lasting relief when you smooth them into your dry, itchy or cracked skin.

Lotions, creams and ointments – what’s the difference? Learn more…

Acne: What’s normal and when should you “break out” the expert help?

It’s normal to get acne as a teen, but that doesn’t mean you have to just live with it! If you’re experiencing severe, painful acne or if it’s affecting how you feel, it’s time to schedule an appointment to find treatment options. If acne is causing scarring, we want to take care of it as soon as possible.

Acne can affect people beyond their teenage years and at different stages of life. Sometimes, acne-like spots might not be acne at all. We’ll help identify the cause and evaluate your skin based on your specific situation, symptoms or condition.

Acne Myths and Facts:

Myth: Only people who have oily skin develop acne.
Fact: All skin types can be affected by acne.

Myth: I need to dry out my skin to prevent acne.
Fact: Dry skin can actually develop acne too! Keep your skin moisturized to stay clear.

Myth: If I have oily skin, I should avoid moisturizers.
Fact: People who have oily skin can use, and may benefit from using a moisturizer.

Myth: Scrubbing my face with abrasive products every day will help.
Fact: Scrubbing your face with abrasive products may lead to more acne.

Myth: I need to pop my pimples.
Fact: Popping your pimples may result in more and deeper scarring.

Myth: Acne only affects your face.
Fact: You can develop acne on your face, chest and back.

Dermatologist Chad Weaver was Jason Melillo’s guest on KWNO’s morning show, In The Know. Dr. Weaver shared helpful information about various types of skin cancer, how to protect your skin, and when to get it checked.

In case you missed it… Listen in to get helpful tips and advice.

Part 1:

Part 2:

Every season is sunscreen season.

Did you know the sun can damage your skin no matter what season we’re in? Here are helpful FAQs to ensure you have the information you need all year long.

Who should wear sunscreen?

EVERYONE should wear sunscreen, no matter your skin color, type, or age. It’s one of the easiest steps you can take to protect your health. Keep your sun screen handy and make wearing it a habit.

What should I look for when purchasing sunscreen?

Choose a sunscreen that has:

Sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30. Also use a lip balm with SPF 30.
Protection against UV-A rays (these rays penetrate the skin and cause aging) and UV-B rays (these absorb into the skin, cause burning and increase cancer risk) – so look for sunscreen that says broad spectrum or multi-spectrum.

Does it matter if I use a lotion or a spray?

As long as it’s the right kind and you use it as instructed, it’s your preference. Lotions and creams are best for dry skin and ensuring coverage to your face.

Gels are good if you have an oily complexion, and for hair-covered areas.

Sunscreen sticks may be easier for use around the eyes.

Some people like sprays since they seem faster and easier to apply to some areas. When using spray, it may be more difficult to know whether you’ve used enough to protect all exposed areas evenly. Avoid inhaling spray. Never spray it around or near the face or mouth.

Does sunscreen need time to “soak in” to become effective? How much should I use?

Apply sunscreen about 30 minutes before going out into the sun. Don’t skimp! Cover all exposed skin. Adults typically need a generous ounce (picture a shot glass) per application. Reapply as directed on the bottle – usually about every 2 hours – and more often if you’re sweating or in and out of the water. And remember your ears, scalp, and the back of your neck.

Sometimes I wear makeup or use other face products. Do I still need sunscreen on my face?

Yes! Apply sunscreen before putting on makeup for best protection. And it’s important to know whether the other products you use make your skin more sensitive to the sun. Examples of skin care products that require extra care in the sun include retinols, vitamin C serums or lotions and some antibiotics.

Why is it so important to avoid getting sunburned?

In addition to being painful, sunburn increases your risk for skin cancer. Even a minor color change, it doesn’t have to be painful, is an indication that the sun has damaged your skin.

Sun damage increases the incidence of basal cell cancers.
Chronic exposure increases incidence of squamous cell cancer.
If you had just 1 blistering sunburn in childhood or adolescence or 5 or more sunburns at any age, your risk of melanoma is double.
If you had 5 or more burns or 1 blistering sunburn between ages 15 and 20, your risk of melanoma increased by 80% and the risk of nonmelanoma skin cancers such as basal cell and squamous cell cancers by 64%.
Genetics play a part as well.

Do windows block the sun’s harmful rays?

Some of them. Windows don’t block all of the sun’s damaging rays. Glass blocks the burning UVB rays but only about 50% of UVA (aging) rays.

I haven’t been consistent with using sunscreen and I’ve been fine. Why start now?

Sun damage adds up over the years. It’s never too late to take steps to protect your skin. Using sunscreen decreases your chance of developing skin cancer. It also decreases the potential for a painful sunburn. As a side benefit, sunscreen also helps protect your skin from the sun’s aging affects (like age spots and wrinkles).

Do you have skin care questions?

Schedule an appointment today! We’ll help you find the right products for your skin!

Mohs surgery available at Winona Health

Winona Health’s board-certified dermatologist and fellowship trained skin cancer surgeon specializes in Mohs surgery [named for Dr. Frederick Mohs], which, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation, is the single most effective technique for removing the two most common types of skin cancer, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, along with certain melanomas.Mohs surgery is different from other skin cancer treatment because as each thin layer of tissue is removed, the Mohs surgeon examines the cells under a microscope during the procedure rather than after surgery, which allows for removal of all the cancer cells while leaving as much normal tissue intact as possible.Winona Health dermatologists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer as well as cosmetic treatments such as Botox, fillers, and laser surgery with surgical techniques that offer the highest cure rates for skin cancer and treatment of aging skin.