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The Dermatopathologist Role in Diagnosis

The Dermatopathologist Role in Diagnosis

What is a Dermatopathologist? A dermatopathologist is a doctor who uses microscopes to examine skin samples in order to diagnose diseases. At Apollo Dermatology, we take skin biopsies (samples) for concerning bumps and rashes. We then send these skin samples...
The Importance of Follow Up Appointments with Apollo Dermatology

The Importance of Follow Up Appointments with Apollo Dermatology

We find that some of our patients do not return for their follow up appointments, especially those with chronic conditions that need additional management. They are generally very happy to see a big improvement with the treatment given at the first visit and they...
ABCDE’s of Melanoma

ABCDE’s of Melanoma

What do I need to know about melanoma? One easy way to remember common characteristics of melanoma is to think alphabetically – the ABCDEs of melanoma. ABCDE stands for asymmetry, border, color, diameter, and evolving. These are the characteristics of skin...