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Life changing relief from biologics for our patient with plaque psoriasis

By Keri Swan0 CommentsUncategorized

This is our patient, Rich, who recently shared with us his experience before and after treating plaque psoriasis. Rich has been battling plaque psoriasis since he was about 28 years old. Now he is 62 and says the last 15 years have been the worst — very irritating, severe plaque…

Pediatric Dermatologist about eczema treatment

When eczema goes untreated, kids and parents lose sleep and more problems arise

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Kids often grow out of eczema, so why treat it? Ada West Dermatology’s Pediatric Dermatologist explains the consequences of untreated atopic dermatitis. Sure, eczema will resolve itself in 4 out of 5 kids by age 8, but that doesn’t mean it should not be treated. It’s super uncomfortable and, when…

The spread and treatment of molluscum

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Pediatric Dermatologist Dr. Lisa Swanson answers all the questions about the spread and treatment of molluscum (aka water warts). Currently there is no FDA official treatment for the little bumps that spread so easily in kids, so the internet is full of at-home remedies. This Q and A article…

CO2 Laser Q and A with a Patient in her 40s

By Keri Swan0 CommentsCosmetic Treatments

Our long-time employee, Michele, shared with us about her two experiences with the Co2 Fractionated Laser under the care of Dr. Greg Wells at Ada West Dermatology. Like lots of ladies her age, she was feeling the effects of a youth spent in the sun covered in oil as well…

Good Faith Estimate – No Surprises Act

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Ada West Dermatology supports price transparency and believes it is important for you to know what out-of-pocket costs you will incur for services provided at one of our facilities. Before your next visit for a medical service or procedure, please call our billing department to get an estimate of your…

Skin Cancer patient enjoys peace of mind with Mohs surgery

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Our patient, Jan, started seeing a dermatologist almost 40 years ago– for skin cancer. Because her genetic predisposition, fair skin, and childhood sunburns by the lake compounded her likelihood of skin cancer, she has had her fair share of subsequent surgeries– including one for a stage 2 cancer on her…

He went from handfuls of meds and an epi pen to 1 injection a month

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Ahmad originally called Ada West Dermatology for chronic urticaria— which is hives, those itchy red or skin-colored welts. They aren’t contagious, they are not an allergy, and they are often caused by a combination of factors including the environment, the immune system, and genetics. Ahmad explains how he endured this…

Patient describes her two Mohs surgery experiences 30 years apart

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Our fair-skinned patient, Kathy, had basal cell carcinoma on her face 30 years ago in another state, and although her doctor then used Mohs surgery techniques to remove the cancer, she still saw the scar everyday. So, when she noticed some familiar looking spots on her face, she was nervous.…

Ada West Dermatology COVID-19 UPDATE – October 2022

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Safety is our guiding principle for both our patients and our staff. Based on the latest OHSA COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard guidelines for non-hospital ambulatory care visits (29 CFR 1910.502 (October 2022)), Ada West Dermatology has the following office policy in place: Our staff will gladly wear a face mask if…

A night skin regimen for dry skin used by Kate Smalley, PA-C, in Idaho’s climate

By Keri Swan0 CommentsUncategorized

Check out an affordable night time skin regimen used by PA-C Kate Smalley at Ada West Dermatology. Kate Smalley, PA-C, shares her evening skin care routine which includes a 2 step cleanse, medication, and moisturizer. Keep in mind this routine is specific to her dry skin type and our high…