Many common skin conditions are managed entirely within primary care practice, with family physicians increasingly involved in disease management. Our dedicated group of family physicians has received special training in assessing and treating various skin conditions.

We offer consultations and treatments, requiring referrals from family physicians. Additionally, our clinic serves as a teaching site for future family doctors interested in managing common skin conditions.

Facts

20% of Canadians live with Acne*

1 million Canadians are diagnosed with Psoriasis*

2 million Canadians have Rosacea*

90% of Skin Cancer cure rate if Self-examined*

*https://dermatology.ca/public-patients/skin/skin-conditions/

Services Offered

Dermatologist examining mole with magnifying glass in clinic

General Skin Care Services

Our group of family physicians provides comprehensive care for common skin conditions, such as acne, dermatitis, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, vitiligo, warts, shingles, fungal infections, hair and nail problems, managed within primary care practice.

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Specialized Treatment Options

Our clinic provides advanced treatment options for skin conditions, including medication management for chronic conditions & non-invasive therapies like phototherapy. Surgical procedures such as cryotherapy & mole removals are also performed.

Dermatologist examining mole with magnifying glass in clinic

Rapid Access Skin Cancer Services

Early detection of skin cancer through our rapid access services for patients with concerning skin lesions. Our specialists offer prompt assessment, management  and non-MSP-covered excision of benign lesions such as lipomas, scars, sebaceous cysts etc.

Typical Procedures performed at our centre

  • Mole (pigmented skin lesion) removal when indicated
  • Pre-cancerous and skin cancer lesion removal
  • Basal cell carcinoma biopsy and excision
  • Squamous cell carcinoma biopsy and excision
  • Skin biopsy for melanoma
  • Sebaceous cyst removal
  • Cryotherapy
  • Benign skin lesions removal (Non-MSP benefit)

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Our group of family physicians has obtained extensive training and experience in Primary Care skin diseases management. We are happy to offer assistance to our colleagues in managing skin conditions and reviewing suspicious lesions on an expedited basis. Our clinic is also a teaching site for future family doctors who have an interest in the common skin conditions managed in primary care.

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Preventative measures are crucial for maintaining skin health. We provide information on skin cancer prevention, including self-examination and UV radiation avoidance.

Patients can obtain referrals from their family physicians for certain procedures and consultations. Referrals are necessary for accessing specialized treatments.

There are no restrictions as to what you can eat or drink the night before and on the day of your minor surgery. The procedure is done under local anesthesia. You will be able to drive home afterwards.

Skin Preparation

Please do not use perfume, hair spray or skin moisturizers prior to your consult or procedure appointment.

Child Care

Please do not bring children to the clinic on the day of your surgical procedure.

A typical procedure lasts 10 to 30 minutes depending on the condition being treated.