Dermatology
At Baton Rouge General, we want you to feel comfortable in your own skin. From acne treatment to yearly skin checks, we provide the care you need along your journey to healthier skin. Our dermatologists specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions affecting the skin, hair, and nails and is passionate about patient care and education for both adults and children.
Conditions Treated:
- Acne
- Actinic keratoses
- Birthmarks
- Dysplastic nevi
- Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
- Hair disorders
- Hair loss
- Hives
- Infections of the skin
- Keratosis pilaris
- Melasma
- Moles
- Molluscum
- Nail disorders
- Nail fungus
- Pigmentation disorders
- Psoriasis
- Rashes (dermatitis)
- Rosacea
- Shingles
- Skin allergies (contact dermatitis)
- Skin cancer
- Skin checks
- Tinea versicolor
- Vitiligo
- Warts
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Call (225) 763-4500 to schedule a dermatology appointment.
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Baton Rouge General – Dermatology
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