Patient Education

Ross Hensley would like to be your partner in health care. Feel free to ask your questions and share your concerns with us. We will work with you to develop a wellness program for the care and treatment you need.

We welcome you to our practice and look forward to caring for you.

Ross Hensley provides a full range of medical services including the following:

Cosmetic Dermatology

Acne Treatment

Acne is the term for the blocked pores (blackheads and whiteheads), pimples and deeper lumps (cysts or nodules) that can appear typically on the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders and upper arms. Seventeen million Americans are estimated to have acne, making it the most common skin disease in the country. While it affects mostly teenagers, and almost all teenagers have some form of acne, adults of any age can have it as well. Acne is not life-threatening, but it can cause physical disfigurement in the form of scarring and emotional distress. ...

Dermatology

Dermatology is a medical discipline (specialty) concerned with diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the skin, hair, and nails.

Dermatologists treat chronic skin conditions such as eczema, seborrhea, psoriasis, and rosacea, as well as acne, age spots/brown spots, sun damage and skin discoloration. Cosmetic dermatology procedures including hair removal (epilation), skin resurfacing for wrinkles and scars, facial and leg (varicose or "spider") vein removal (sclerotherapy), and facial rejuvenation. ...

Dry Skin Conditions

Many people suffer from dry skin, and the cold winter months are often the worst for their symptoms. Dry skin can be due to a number of conditions:

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Seborrheic dermatitis is a chronic skin condition that causes scaling, oiliness and redness of the skin, most often on the scalp, face and ears. Seborrheic dermatitis involves excess oil production so moisturizing is ineffective and may even worsen the problem. Instead, cortisone creams and lotions and treatments for reducing yeast on the skin's surface can alleviate symptoms. ...

Itching

Itching, also known as pruritus, is a tingling, irritating sensation on the surface of the skin that provokes scratching. While incidental itching may be resolved by scratching, persistent itching is often only worsened by this response. Itching may be confined to one area on the body or may be an encompassing condition. When confined to a specific area, itching is usually the result of a localized contact with an irritant. When it involves the whole body, it is more likely the result of a systemic disorder and may necessitate medical diagnosis through blood tests or skin biopsy. Severe itching is experienced as akin to pain. ...

Annual Skin Examinations

Annual skin examinations are an important tool for cancer screening and are recommended for all patients. During these screenings, any suspicious growths, moles, or lesions are detected and existing growths are monitored. Annual screenings detect any abnormalities at their earliest stages, when they are most treatable.  ...