Services & Procedures

FotoFinder Dermoscope® the leading system for digital dermoscopy “maps’’ moles. This technology, the only one available in the tri-state area, is the most advanced computer-aided imaging available for enhanced melanoma detection. This type of diagnosis cannot replace the medical method of diagnosis–and is used as a second opinion. However, the computer is capable of drawing the specialist’s attention to unusual lesions, which he or she might not have observed originally.

FotoFinder makes it possible to analyze single moles for an instant second opinion. The FotoFinder Dermoscope® complements other diagnostic techniques and may help determine which skin lesions require biopsy or removal. The imaging system takes skin cancer diagnosis to the highest level, helping with the early detection of malignant melanoma as well as in the diagnosis of non-melanoma skin cancer like basal cell carcinoma or actinic keratoses. The FotoFinder helps increase diagnostic accuracy and helps to avoid unnecessary excisions!

Available at the Owensboro facility. Photo courtesy of www.fotofinder-systems.com.

Mohs Micrographic Surgery — Skin cancer is the most prevalent of all cancers. It is estimated that 700,000 Americans develop skin cancer every year. Fortunately, Micahel Crowe, M.D. and Artis Truett,III, M.D. offer Mohs Micrographic Surgery for skin cancer. This state-of-the-art procedure offers the highest cure rate, the lowest possibility of recurrence, and least risk of scarring than with traditional methods. With this highly specialized procedure, the skin cancer tumor is accurately and precisely removed down to its roots, giving it little or no chance to grow back.

Because Drs. Crowe and Truett were the first physicians in western Kentucky to offer Mohs micrographic surgery, they have a combined total of 25+ years experience you can trust. The re-certification status that both physicians earn annually is a testament to their skills and knowledge. If you have a suspicious mole, sore, discoloration or lesion, schedule an appointment today to have it evaluated. If diagnosed early enough, skin cancer can be curable.

(Mohs Surgergy is offered at both the Owensboro and Henderson locations). Photo Courtesy of www.dermatology.ucsf.edu.

*Gentle laser skin treatments for medical and cosmetic reasons – Owensboro Dermatology Associates and Advanced Aesthetics locations offer today’s most effective and state-of-the-art laser skin resurfacing techniques to enhance your skin’s health and appearance. This advanced technology can quickly reduce wrinkles and fine lines around the eyes and mouth, soften deep frown lines and repair sun-damaged skin and scars. The newer laser procedures are gentle and allow for more comfort both during and after the procedure and allow for faster healing than previous lasers.

Here are some of the conditions lasers can effectively treat:

• Eyelid wrinkles
• Psoriasis Scars
• Facial blood vessels
• Blemishes
• Port-wine stains
• Age spots
• Warts
• Sun spots/freckles
• Birthmarks

*This service is offered at Owensboro Dermatology Associates and Advanced Aesthetics locations only.

Excimer Laser – treats mild to moderate psoriasis with few side effects reducing symptoms and sometimes creating remission . Don’t Forget that August is National Psoriasis Awareness Month!

Vbeam Laser – treats red birthmarks such as port-wine stains and hemangiomas, rosacea, facial veins, scars, angiomas, warts and poikiloderma of civatte. The laser also treats periorbital wrinkles. This pulse dye laser delivers an intense but gentle burst of yellow light to the skin.

The light is specifically absorbed by the blood vessels in the dermis making the vessels coagulate allowing them to be reabsorbed by the body.

ALA-Photo Dynamic Therapy (PDT) – treats pre-cancerous skin lesions (actinic keratoses). Basic treatment for AKS has been cryosurgery, surgical removal and biopsy, topical chemotherapy, chemical peels, and laser skin resurfacing. This revolutionary treatment provides the community with another alternative treatment for actinic keratoses. This safe and effective, out-patient treatment has shown improved therapeutic results, reduced risk of infection, limited injury to normal skin, and decreased potential for scarring.

The same-day treatment enables the dermatology specialist to treat large areas such as the scalp and face causing the patient little if any discomfort. PDT also reduces blotchy, rough skin and wrinkles.

Effective treatment of rashes -We offer a variety of effective treatment methods for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis, which are common rashes that can affect both children and adults. After pinpointing the cause of your rash with advanced testing methods, we will develop a customized treatment program to reduce inflamed skin.

This may include topical and/or oral medications. The latest narrow-band UVB treatment is also available to treat psoriasis.

Acne programs that work – Acne is a very common condition that can affect both children and adults and may cause scarring if left untreated. We offer a wide variety of treatment and prevention methods, including topical and oral prescription medication as well as procedures. We will create a customized acne-care program that can greatly improve your complexion. These therapies are both safe and effective and can make a huge difference in your self-image.

Advanced Aesthetics – Owensboro Dermatology ’s medically supervised spa.
Advanced Aesthetics offers a variety of today’s most advanced procedures to help rejuvenate and beautify your skin.

Our licensed and certified skin-care specialists work under the direction of the physicians. With years of groundbreaking experience in laser and cosmetic procedures, the physicians and their team of skin-care professionals can smooth out the wrinkles, erase the fine lines, fade the brown spots, and remove the unwanted hair and more.

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Medically advanced skin-care products – Owensboro Dermatology and Advanced Aesthetics offer an array of the most advanced skin-care products to solve your toughest skin problems. We prescribe everything from skin-conditioning treatments to their own line of moisturizers, sunscreens and skin-care products tailored to your needs.

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