Programs and research
UW Health dermatologists care for patients with conditions that affect the skin, hair and nails.
Treatment of acne, warts and skin tags should be managed first by your primary care physician. If needed, they will refer you to our dermatologists for specialized care.
Congenital skin disorders
Dermatomyositis
Excess sweating (hyperhidrosis)
Granuloma annulare
Hair thinning
Nail disorders, such as brittle nails and nail fungus
Sebhorreic keratoses
Vascular anomalies
Laser surgery for birthmarks and vascular lesions
Lifestyle changes
Prescription and over-the-counter medication
Micrographic (Mohs) surgery
Nail biopsy
Nutrition
Skin biopsies
Surgical removal of skin cancer and noncancerous skin lesions
Most skin cancers can be cured if found early. At UW Health, we offer Mohs surgery, a curative treatment for the most common skin cancer types. It's a procedure we developed.
Programs and research
UW Health’s dermatopathologists are physicians with experience in the evaluation and diagnosis of skin tissue obtained by biopsies or excisions. When you have a biopsy or excision, our dermatopathologists will work closely with your physician to ensure a correct diagnosis and treatment plan.
UW Health dermatology doctors and scientists lead many research studies and projects. Learn more about our clinical trials
Our Skin Disease Research Center brings together experts studying skin biology and diseases. Learn more about the Skin Disease Research Center
Locations
We provide specialized dermatology care at UW Health clinics in Madison and Middleton.
Our team
The dermatology team at UW Health includes experts in common and complex skin and nail conditions, from eczema to cancer.
Patient resources
There are many steps you can take to protect your skin and keep it healthy.
Protect your skin from the sun