At Elevate Dermatology, our medical dermatology services are designed to address the full spectrum of skin, hair, and nail concerns. Whether you're dealing with a chronic condition, a sudden flare, or a new skin change that requires expert assessment, our board-certified dermatologists provide care that is evidence-based, personalized, and compassionate.
Medical Dermatology in Pickering
Conditions We Treat
At Elevate Dermatology, our medical dermatology services cover the full spectrum of skin, hair, and nail concerns. From common conditions like acne and eczema to more complex issues such as hidradenitis suppurativa, lupus, and skin cancer, our board-certified dermatologists provide expert diagnosis and treatment. Each condition is approached with a personalized plan designed to relieve symptoms, improve skin health, and support long-term wellness.
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
A chronic skin condition characterized by itchy, dry, red patches due to impaired barrier function and hypersensitivity. It often begins in childhood and follows a relapsing-remitting pattern, with common sites including the creases of the arms and legs, hands, neck, and eyelids. Many people describe it simply as dry, itchy, irritated skin that comes and goes.
Psoriasis
An immune-mediated disorder where skin cells turn over rapidly, forming thick, scaly, well-demarcated plaques. The scalp, elbows, knees, and nails are frequent sites, and the condition may also be associated with joint symptoms. Patients often notice it as persistent red, scaly patches that don't go away.
Vitiligo
Loss of pigment-producing melanocytes leads to sharply defined, depigmented patches. Distribution is often symmetrical and may follow areas of friction, with alternating stable periods and episodes of spread. This often shows up as white patches on the skin that gradually enlarge.
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
A chronic inflammatory disease affecting hair follicles in skin folds such as the underarms and groin. It presents with painful nodules, abscesses, tunnels, and scarring that recur over time, often beginning after puberty. Many patients think of it as recurrent boils or painful lumps under the skin.
Acne
A disorder of the pilosebaceous unit producing comedones, papules, pustules, and sometimes nodules. While common in adolescence, it can persist into adulthood and may result in pigmentation and scarring. People typically describe it as breakouts, pimples, or cystic acne.
Rosacea
A chronic facial condition featuring persistent redness, flushing, visible blood vessels, and acne-like bumps. Triggers can include heat, alcohol, spicy foods, and temperature changes, and ocular involvement may occur. Patients often think of it as facial redness that won't go away.
Hair Loss (Alopecia)
A reduction in hair density or thickness that may appear as diffuse shedding, patterned thinning, or patchy loss. Types include androgenetic alopecia, telogen effluvium, and scarring alopecias. Most people experience it as hair thinning, receding hairlines, or bald patches.
Skin Cancer
Abnormal growth of skin cells, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Risk factors include UV exposure and genetics, with warning signs such as changing moles or nonhealing sores. Patients usually notice it as new or changing spots, growths, or sores that don't heal.
Seborrheic Dermatitis
A common relapsing condition causing redness and greasy scale on the scalp, eyebrows, nose, ears, and chest. It often worsens with stress or colder weather. Many people call it dandruff or flaky, irritated skin.
Urticaria (Hives)
Sudden, itchy wheals that appear and fade within hours, sometimes with angioedema. Episodes may recur and are often triggered by infections, pressure, temperature changes, or medications. Patients describe it as red, itchy welts or bumps that come and go.
Hyperhidrosis
Sweating that exceeds what is needed for temperature control, often affecting palms, soles, underarms, or face. It commonly begins in childhood or adolescence and can run in families. People usually refer to it as excessive sweating.
Dry Skin (Xerosis)
Reduced hydration leads to roughness, flaking, and itch, most often affecting the lower legs, hands, and arms. It is more common with age and in cold, dry climates. Most patients just think of it as very dry, itchy skin.
Melasma
An acquired facial hyperpigmentation that presents as symmetric brown patches. Sun exposure, heat, hormones, and visible light often influence its intensity. Patients typically describe it as dark spots or patches on the face.
Warts
Benign growths caused by HPV infection in the superficial skin. They vary in appearance by type and may spread through contact or shared surfaces. Most people recognize them as rough bumps on the hands, feet, or other areas.
Lupus (Cutaneous)
Autoimmune skin findings ranging from transient facial rashes to chronic scarring plaques. Photosensitivity is characteristic, and lesions may leave pigment changes or scars. Patients often experience this as rashes or skin sensitivity triggered by sunlight.
Why choose Elevate Dermatology?
At Elevate Dermatology in Pickering, care is provided by a team of board-certified dermatologists with expertise spanning both medical and cosmetic skin health. The clinic combines proven treatments with the latest technology to ensure results that are safe, effective, and tailored to each patient. From managing everyday skin concerns to offering advanced procedures like Secret PRO, the dermatology team is committed to helping individuals look and feel their best in a professional, welcoming environment.
