Medical and Surgical Dermatology
From General Dermatology to Mohs Surgery for Skin Cancer
Santa Rosa Dermatology, Sonoma Dermatology, and St. Helena Dermatology are a network of dermatology offices serving patients in Napa and Sonoma Counties. A dermatologist is a physician with extensive training and experience for treating skin conditions. Dermatologists are uniquely trained to analyze the skin, hair, and nails. They can spot potential problems and diagnose a multitude of skin conditions that range from minor to life-threatening diseases. Our providers are dedicated to protect and care for your skin with the latest medical, surgical and cosmetic treatments.
Medical (General) Dermatology Services
Dr. Anders, Dr. Odom and Physicians Assistant Katherine Wilkens treat a variety of general dermatological skin conditions. For more information on specific dermatology conditions, please visit the American Academy of Dermatology public education website.
- Acne (including Accutane)
- Skin cancer
- Alopecia Areata
- Bullous Disease
- Eczema
- Cutaneous
- Fungal Infections
- Granuloma Annulare
- Hair Loss & Hair Restoration
- Hyperhidrosis Lupus
- Melasma
- Moles
- Nail Fungus & Nail Health
- Pityriasis rosea
- Psoriasis
- Rosacea
- Scabies
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Tinea Versicolor
- Vascular Birthmarks
- Warts
Dermatology Surgery
Our dermatologic surgeons specialize in the diagnosis, removal, repair of skin cancer. From Mohs micrographic surgery to simple biopsy and excisions as well as preventive laser therapy of pre-cancerous growths, our surgeons can control and effectively treat skin cancer with early detection.
Dr. R Makala Anders, MD FAAD is Fellow Certified by the American Board of Dermatology and a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Mohs surgery for the removal of skin cancer
Dr. Anders specializes in Mohs surgery. Mohs surgery is the removal of skin cancer by shaving off one layer at a time. A Mohs surgeon looks at each layer under a microscope. When the layers look normal (no cancer) the surgeon stops removing skin. The purpose of Mohs surgery is to remove all of the cancerous tissue while leaving as much of the healthy tissue as possible. It is especially helpful on highly visible locations such as the head and neck.
Mohs micrographic surgery is the most effective and state-of-the-art procedure for skin cancer today, which offers the highest potential for recovery - even if the skin cancer has been previously treated by another method and recurred.
For detailed information on Mohs Micrographic Surgery for the treatment of skin cancer, please visit the American College of Mohs Surgery.