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your skin deserves.
Compassionate care from experienced,
board-certified dermatologists.
Board-certified dermatologists near you.
At Forefront Dermatology, our team of board-certified medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatologists offers a highly personalized approach to meeting all of your skin care needs. We are proud to serve Crown Point, Ainsworth, St. John and surrounding areas. We provide comprehensive dermatology care and exceptional patient experience in a convenient location.
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Medical Dermatology
From annual skin exams to skin cancer screenings, our dermatologists and medical staff are experts in treating all skin types and tones, skin cancer, acne, eczema, moles, rashes, fungus, and more.
Cosmetic Dermatology
We offer a full range of physician-directed cosmetic skin services and products, including injectable procedures, dermal fillers, laser skin treatments, and more to help you look and feel refreshed and beautiful.
Skin Cancer Surgery
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer. At Forefront Dermatology, we offer skin cancer screenings and a number of treatment options, including Mohs surgery, and more.
Laser Hair Removal
Many men and women are troubled by unwanted hair. They are bothered by the discomfort and upkeep of shaving, waxing, and electrolysis. Forefront Dermatology provides expert care in laser hair removal for virtually any part of your body.
Meet our team
Ashvin R. Garlapati, DO, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Aleksandra Florek, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Trained Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgeon
Trained Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgeon
Heather Upchurch, PA-C
Certified Physician Assistant
Jordan N. Stemer-Miranda, PA-C
Certified Physician Assistant
Sarah Anderson, PA-C
Certified Physician Assistant
What our patients have to say
Why Choose Forefront Dermatology?
At Forefront, we’re dedicated to caring for the health and well-being of each of our patients. If you find yourself asking others or searching online for “The best dermatologist near me,” you can feel confident that we’ll provide the most advanced care possible. Our large network of board-certified dermatologists has the experience and knowledge to treat even the most difficult cases.
Many of our offices are equipped to handle advanced dermatology needs and are supported by Mohs surgeons, who are experts in the treatment of skin cancers affecting the face, neck, hands, and feet. With our dermatopathology lab, we’re able to carefully examine biopsy results and view the full medical history of each patient.
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