MANITOWOC, Wis. – (February 2, 2016) – Forefront Dermatology is pleased to announce the addition of Westmoreland Dermatology Associates, a leading dermatology practice in Pennsylvania, to its network of dermatology clinics. This transaction establishes Forefront Dermatology’s presence in Pennsylvania with the addition of four clinics: Greensburg, Main Office; Greensburg, Mountain View at Berkshire Center; Indiana; and Monroeville.

Since 1986, Westmoreland Dermatology Associates has proudly provided dermatologic care to its patients in Greensburg and surrounding communities. While maintaining its emphasis on quality and patient-focused care, Westmoreland Dermatology has grown to become the largest dermatology practice in western Pennsylvania. Westmoreland provides the complete spectrum of dermatologic services including medical and surgical dermatology, Mohs surgery, skin care and cosmetic dermatology. The practice serves patients across western Pennsylvania in Westmoreland, Indiana, Allegheny and surrounding counties.

Westmoreland Dermatology’s providers include six board-certified dermatologists and four physician assistants. Together, they have treated hundreds of thousands of patients with skin conditions including skin cancers, acne, rosacea, warts, infections, rashes, eczema, psoriasis, lupus and other autoimmune connective tissue diseases. Underscoring Westmoreland’s commitment to excellence, the practice maintains Joint Commission certification of its 15,650 square foot main office. Joint Commission certification is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting certain performance standards.

Located throughout the Midwest and Midatlantic, Forefront Dermatology is a network of dermatology practices comprised of community-based, caring physicians and specialists providing best-in-class general, surgical and cosmetic dermatology care along with related laboratory services. Forefront’s dermatologists are committed to providing the most innovative, proven solutions and personalized dermatology care to their patients. With the addition of Westmoreland, Forefront Dermatology now employs more than 90 board-certified dermatologists and 35 physician extenders across 80 clinics in 11 states.

““Forefront Dermatology is thrilled to welcome this outstanding team to our practice,” said Dr. Kenneth H. Katz, president and founder of Forefront Dermatology. “The clear alignment of our core values provides a strong foundation for a successful long-term relationship. We look forward to continued growth and success at Westmoreland Dermatology in the future.” Forefront Dermatology provides its dermatologists access to a scaled and efficient shared services support system that is field tested and proven. The support system includes a robust operational infrastructure, centralized support services and advanced information technology, which enable dermatologists to focus on delivering exceptional care to their patients.

“Forefront Dermatology’s focus on preserving the integrity and autonomy of dermatology, its superior support services and its unique physician-driven model that fully aligns our interests made the decision to combine our efforts an easy one,” said Dr. Regis W. McHugh, a founding board-certified dermatologist at Westmoreland Dermatology.

Forefront Dermatology’s focus on preserving the integrity and autonomy of dermatology, its superior support services and its unique physician-driven model that
fully aligns our interests made the decision to combine our efforts an easy one.

Dr. Regis W. McHugh

About Forefront Dermatology Located throughout the Midwest and Midatlantic, Forefront Dermatology is a network of dermatology practices comprised of community-based, caring physicians and specialists providing best-in-class general, surgical and cosmetic dermatology care along with related laboratory services. Headquartered in Manitowoc, Wis., Forefront Dermatology has convenient locations throughout the Midwest and Midatlantic. Forefront’s physicians and medical specialists are dedicated to providing the very highest standard of care for conditions of the hair, skin, and nails to people of all ages and stages of life. Using innovative and proven solutions, these caring physicians and medical specialists treat the total patient to help improve not only the condition of their skin, but also their quality of life. To learn more, visit www.forefrontdermatology.com.

About Westmoreland Dermatology Since 1986, Westmoreland Dermatology Associates has proudly provided superb dermatologic care to its patients in Greensburg and surrounding communities. While maintaining its emphasis on quality and ethical patient care, Westmoreland Dermatology has grown to become the largest dermatology practice in western Pennsylvania. Westmoreland has four offices and provides the complete spectrum of dermatologic services including medical dermatology, surgical dermatology, Mohs surgery, skin care and cosmetic dermatology. The practice serves patients across western Pennsylvania in Westmoreland, Indiana, Allegheny and surrounding counties. To learn more, visit www.westmorelanddermatology.com.