Associates in Dermatology

Hampton Roads Virginia Dermatologist since 1970

PHONE: (757) 838-8030

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Annual Patient Appreciation Open House

Dermatologist Blog, Events

2018 Annual Patient Open House

RSVP by Monday, October 15, 2018.
Call Janelle at 757-838-8030 or fill out the form below.

Come join the Associates in Dermatology family at our offices at 17 Manhattan Sq., Hampton over hors d’oeuvres.  We’re featuring treatments and skin care products that will make you look and feel beautiful in healthy skin at any age.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet some of our medical dermatology staff and watch live demonstrations on different cosmetic services. This is a great chance to learn more about the latest skin care products and procedures available to help refine your skin.

Don’t miss our exclusive specials for attendees as well as valuable door prizes.

Bring a friend to share the fun!

Fill out the form below to RSVP by Monday, October 15, 2018.

Congrats to Aiderm 2018 Top Docs

Dermatologist Blog

2018 Top Doc Awards

Not one, not two, but all THREE of our dermatologist have been selected for the CoVaMag 2018 Top Doc Award!

Each year, Coastal Virginia Magazine honors top doctors and dentists as voted on by their peers. The winners are selected by their peers as the professionals they would use themselves or recommend to friends and family.

We are excited to announce

Dr. William L. Coker,

Dr. Leslie Coker
(this is her THIRD year in a ROW!!!), and

Dr. Michelle Walters

have been selected as 2018 Top Docs!

Dr. William L. Coker - 2018 Top Docs
Dr. Leslie Coker - 2018 Top Docs
Dr. Michelle Walters - 2019 Top Docs

Each of these dermatologists works tirelessly to listen to, care for, and help their patients at Associates in Dermatology. It's great to know other doctors also appreciate them as much as we do.

Don’t End Your Summer Spending Time in the Waiting Room

Dermatologist Blog

End of Summer TimeAre you keeping up with your end of summer to do list?

The last days of summer are an exciting, but incredibly busy time of year. With end-of-summer getaways, sports practices, back-to-school shopping trips, preparing college students to move back to campus, and preparing for business-as-usual to pick up again at the office, August seems to fly by.

With so much in front of us, it’s easy to let something like skincare slip through the cracks – and with that – dermatology appointments. And, with the last weeks of hot weather and sunshine upon us, the last thing many of us want to do is spend a sunny afternoon in a waiting room. As tempting as putting off a trip to the dermatologist may be, there are a lot of great reasons to seek professional help as soon as possible:

  • After spending a season in the sun, you may notice new or changing moles or spots on your skin. It’s critical that you have anything new or unusual examined as soon as it’s noticed. Skin cancer is most treatable when it is caught early.
  • For parents of teens experiencing acne for the first time, it’s important to know that many medications take a few weeks to work. The sooner you see a dermatologist, the sooner your skin will be clear. Starting a visit now will help them put their best face forward as September arrives.
  • If your child participates in contact sports, you should quickly address any suspicious rashes or spots that show up on their skin. Conditions like Ringworm, Impetigo, Acne Mechanica, and Turf Burn can quickly ruin a season. By immediately tackling any unusual changes in their skin, you can keep your athletes healthy and in the game.

Summer is almost over. Take back a couple of hours of your time by taking your dermatology care online.

With Associates in Dermatology’s Online Patient Care, there is

  • no scheduling,
  • no driving, and
  • no sitting in a waiting room.

You can do your visit at anytime and from anywhere in Virginia or North Carolina in a few minutes.

Whether you are a new patient seeking the advice of a board-certified dermatologist for the first time or you have an existing relationship with us and need a  follow-up visit, conducting an online visit is a great way to get the quality dermatology care you need without sacrificing your limited time off. Just log in to Online Patient Care, answer a few questions about your health, and upload pictures of the affected area of your skin. You can expect a diagnosis, treatment plan, and prescriptions (if necessary) sent to the pharmacy of your choice in an average of 24 hours.

Start your visit now and celebrate the last days of summer anywhere but the doctor’s office.

Start your online visit

Add Some Sizzle to your Summer …

Dermatologist Blog, Specials

Sizzling Summer SpecialsHelping Your Skin Get the Most Out of Summer

It’s summertime!  Time for picnics and hikes, for waterparks and beaches.  Take advantage of these sizzling summer specials to help you and your skin look your best.

Ready for Safe, Non-invasive Fat Removal with Vanquish?

VanquishWhen you’ve done all the right things by healthy eating and consistent exercising, Vanquish is the safest, most painless fat removal procedure available today. Vanquish is a revolutionary innovation in the field of non-invasive body contouring. Using focused field radio frequency, the Vanquish patented technology uses deep tissue thermal energy to specifically target fat cells without damage to skin or surrounding muscle tissues.  Providing total comfort to the patient (patients say it feels like being under an electric blanket or standing next to a radiator), the breakthrough Vanquish technology selectively kills fat cells, transforming them into waste to be naturally eliminated by the body.  Ergonomically designed for safety and maximum efficiency, Vanquish provides results that can seen within days, not weeks or months.   See and feel the difference after you Vanquish your love handles or thighs!

[Read more…] about Add Some Sizzle to your Summer …

Focusing on Senior Skin Concerns

Dermatologist Blog, Skin Care Answers

Transcript:

Skin care is important for all of us, but there are certain skin concerns that seniors should be paying attention to, and for different reasons. Dr. Leslie R. Coker, from Associates in Dermatology, is here to walk us through some of the most common conditions seniors are concerned about.

Keratosis, a very common condition. What is it?

“Well, most every patient I see has at least a seborrheic keratosis, a corn, that they’re worried about. They’re growths. They’re ornaments. They’re benign. They’re seborrheic keratoses, so we call them SKs. Sometimes they’re thick, and they can be pink, brown, or black, and sometimes they’re flat, and they look like little tiny stickers that are stuck on.”

What causes keratosis?

“We don’t have a great explanation. It’s not always sun exposure. We can’t blame that. We just blame the family tree.  You accumulate more as you get older, as well.”

Another common issue for skin is tearing and bruising.

“Everybody has a loved one or someone they know or they see whose skin on their forearms ages so much more quickly than anywhere else. It’s the sun, in addition to our general aging. The skin tears and bruises so easily.

The best thing you can do is try to prevent the sun damage first. Wearing sleeves are great. Try to protect your skin from advanced aging from the sun. If you’re already prone to the bruising and the tearing, be resourceful. Make your own sleeve, buy some, and keep them on to protect yourself from the rubbing.

You may consider a shirt that is sun protective and has longer sleeves, as well. These are great shirts. They have mesh woven in, underneath the armpits, vents, and it’s very comfortable. Sun protective clothing is getting bigger. You’ll find more clothing that you’ll like, if you’re willing to try it out. I love it. Then, as far as sunscreens, SPF 20-25 and up, just something you like, something you’ll wear, that’s going to be the best sunscreen for you.  Also, think shade.  Covering up your forearms and protecting them from the sun is my best advice.”

Another common issue is dry and itchy skin. What can that lead to, and how do we prevent that?

“People don’t realize how easily the skin can dry out. Even if you’re itchy, but your skin doesn’t look dry and ashy, it can still be dehydrated. People are over-washing, using soap in areas that are itchy.  They’re not moisturizing nearly as heavily as they should.   Soap is the enemy. Keep it for the body folds, and then lube up. When your skin’s well-hydrated right after showering, smooth on thick, greasy, petroleum jelly, a thin layer of petroleum jelly. Lock that water into your skin.”

As we age, our skin ages, as well. It doesn’t bounce back as quick. If you’re older and maybe you get a bruise, it doesn’t bounce back the way it did when we were younger. Is there any way to prevent that from happening? What other steps should we take to protect our skin?

“With bruising there really is not a silver bullet. Your bruise is starts going from this pink spot then it goes to purple, and it slowly fades, but it can leave pigmentation. The best way is prevention. Prevent the damage, the accelerated damage by the sun, and then just try to protect yourself from getting battered.”

Good advice. If you have any more questions or concerns, Dr. Coker has some treatment options and maybe some solutions for you.  Make your appointment today online

Ready for Summer Specials

Dermatologist Blog

Ready for Summer Specials | Ultherapy, Dermasweep, and more

Is Your Skin Ready for Summer?

It’s here at last – summertime!  Make the most of it with these great specials to improve your skin for summer fun.  Get ready for summer!!

What’s Ultherapy?

With Ultherapy treatments, you can revive your collagen and elastin naturally and nonsurgically.  It uses time-tested ultrasound energy to lift and tighten the skin naturally—without surgery or downtime.  Ultherapy is the only non-invasive procedure FDA-cleared to lift skin on the neck, under the chin and on the eyebrow. Now also FDA-cleared to improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles on the décolletage, Ultherapy can help you achieve a fresher look from your brow to your chest!  See more before and after photos of Ultherapy patients.

Ultherapy Lower after 180 days in Ready for Summer

Ready for Summer with Real Ultherapy Patients
Real Ultherapy Patients

Are you an ideal candidate for Ultherapy treatments?

  • 30s+
  • Mild to moderate laxity
  • Not ready for surgery (Or, wants to prolong the effects of cosmetic surgery)
  • Doesn’t want downtime
  • Wants something more natural
  • Wants gradual results that build over time

Skin Renewal Begins with Dermasweep

Relax as your Dermasweep treatment removes sluggish dead skin.  It’s strong enough to treat fine lines and wrinkles, laxity, and acne scarring, yet gentle enough to treat sensitive skin like Rosacea, blemishes, and the eye area. Dermasweep also includes another important feature called infusion therapy.  It actually replaces or feeds the skin once treated. The infusion process uses a silk soft tip with a variety of chemicals and vitamins to treat the concerns of the skin.  This affordable treatment option can be tailored specifically to your individual needs to optimize your treatment results.  Whether you need a solution to be “red carpet ready” or are looking for a solution to a specific dermatological condition, DermaSweep can uncover a more beautiful you!

Aiderm Acne Kit to banish your breakouts

The Associates in Dermatology ACNE KIT addresses one of the most common skin care concerns today.  Comprehensive acne treatments help to heal and prevent breakouts with targeted products formulated to achieve and maintain a beautiful, clear complexion.  A full list of available Acne Kit products is available.

Aiderm Acne Kit

DON’T FORGET DAD …
Order our Gift Certificates online for that special man in your life!!

Introducing ESKATA: topical treatment for raised seborrheic keratoses (SKs)

Dermatologist Blog, Latest Technology

Introducing ESKATA

Raised SKs can show up in your 40s
– or even in your 30s…

You didn’t choose to get raised SKs—
but you can choose to treat them
If you have raised seborrheic keratoses (SKs), talk to
your dermatologist today—because ESKATA, the first
and only FDA-approved topical treatment for raised SKs,
is finally here.

Eskata Topical Solution

What are these spots on my face, back, arm, or leg?

If they are SKs, they are harmless—but your dermatologist is the one to make that diagnosis. SKs are non-cancerous growths. The spots can be flat* or raised with a color that is normal skin tone or darker. SKs can have a velvety, shiny, or wart-like texture and grow thicker. Over time, they may get bigger and more may show up. [Read more…] about Introducing ESKATA: topical treatment for raised seborrheic keratoses (SKs)

Remember to Tell Mom Thanks!

Dermatologist Blog, Specials

Treat Mom Well this Mother’s Day!

Whether it’s your mom or another special woman in your life (including YOU), be sure to take special care of them this May with our specials just for her!

Microneedling

Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive skin rejuvenation procedure that helps minimize the signs of aging, improve the appearance of acne scars and rejuvenate aging skin.

The SkinPen uses a sterile needle-tip containing 12 tiny micro-needles to create controlled micro-injuries to the skin. This initiates the skin’s repair process to naturally produce collagen and elastin, ideal for smoothing fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, traumatic scars, and stretch marks. Micro-channels created by the treatment allows for optimal absorption of topical products and platelet-rich plasma (PRP), enhancing their effects in the inner layers of skin. Microneedling can be used in all areas of the scalp, face, and body including fragile skin around the eyes, mouth, and neck.  SkinPen® Precision is the ONLY Class II, FDA Cleared Microneedling Device. [Read more…] about Remember to Tell Mom Thanks!