Let’s Celebrate Life, Kenosha!

Great Lakes Dermatology is looking forward to a day outside celebrating National Cancer Survivors Day: Celebration of Life event June 2nd at Pennoyer Park (3601 7th Ave, Kenosha, WI).  Stop by and talk to one of our providers or cosmetic specialists! We will be out enjoying the weather safely with our SPF on, you should too!

Milwaukee, lets support Ann’s Hope Foundation and the 9th annual melanoma run/walk!

Great Lakes Dermatology will be at the Milwaukee County Zoo May 19th as a sponsor and active participant for the Ann’s Hope Foundation, Wisconsin’s first and only 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit foundation dedicated exclusively to Melanoma.  This year’s event is being held in memory of Thomas Keel, Jr. and in honor of Barbara Zukauskas.  Proceeds from this year’s event will fund melanoma research, education, and clinical trials.  Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S., but it is also the most treatable if discovered early.  Great Lakes Dermatology is dedicated to helping a cause that can have a solution.  

Free Walk-In Skin Cancer Screening May 4th in Mount Pleasant

Come in to our Mount Pleasant location at 7200 Washington Ave, STE 100 Racine WI 53406 on May 4th from 8:00am- 12:00pm for a free skin cancer screening.  Walk-in’s welcomed!

May is Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention month

The majority of skin cancers are caused by unprotected exposure to UV rays from the sun.  According to the American Cancer Society about 76,690 people in 2013 will be diagnosed with melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer.  Skin cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer if detected early!  Examining your own skin and keeping an eye on suspicious spots is a great form of early detection.  It starts with you!  Know your  mole ABC’s.  If you notice any changes in the (A) Asymmetry, the (B) Border, or the (C) Color, it is recommended that you see a dermatologist. Studies also show that many adults and adolescents do not regularly protect themselves while outdoors on sunny days with SPF or the appropriate attire. You don’t have to avoid sunlight, but it is wise to “slip, slop, slap and wrap. Slip on a shirt. Slop on sunscreen. Slap on a hat, and wrap on sunglasses to protect your eyes.”  Make an appointment for the recommended annual skin check today and remember your sunscreen.

Join Great Lakes Dermatology at Relay for Life events this summer!

We will be at the Walk/Run of Kenosha on April 27th.  This is the 25th anniversary of this event and will be held at the Kenosha Public Museum. 

Look for us at the Relay for Life of Racine the weekend of June 7th at the Racine Zoo.  This is an overnight event to fight cancer, while having fun and raising funds for cancer research, education, advocacy, and patient programs.

Help us fight back at the overnight Relay for Life of Brookfield July 12th at Brookfield East High School.  Last year this event raised an amazing amount of $34,896.51 for the American Cancer Society. Let’s make this the 3rd straight year of surpassing our Relay for Life goals!

Bring the summer to a close by celebrating the lives of those who have been affected by cancer at the Relay for Life of Kenosha at UW-Parkside.  This event kicks off with an inspirational survivor lap August 2nd and continues the whole night to help in the fight against cancer.  

If you want to support this cause and get involved too, visit www.cancer.org  

“100 years ago, the American Cancer Society started the fight of a lifetime.  Together we can finish that fight.  Let’s boldly join together to make this cancer’s last century.”

"Look Great. Feel Great" Open House Approaching

Have you ever wondered about Botox® injections, but didn’t know what to expect? Look no further. 
Great Lakes Dermatology is excited to announce its 2nd Annual “Look Great. Feel Great” open house, which will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 2 at its Franklin clinic, 10500 W. Loomis Rd.

The night will include live demonstrations for:

      •  Sclerotherapy 
      •  Laser
      •  Chemical Peels
      •  Injectables: Botox®, Juvederm®, Belotero® and Radiesse®
      •  Color matching

The evening doesn’t end at the live demonstrations. There will also be complimentary skin cancer screenings and featured guests including representatives from Neostrata, Allergan, Merz Aesthetics, Franklin Dental and Innovative Health and Fitness. Dr. Paul Cimoch will also be available to answer questions regarding Anti-Aging Medicine.
 

This year’s special guest will be Miss Wisconsin USA Chrissy Zamora.
Chrissy will be signing pictures and speaking about the importance of empowering woman through the power of self-confidence. 
 

For questions about the event please contact Teigan at (262) 994-9358.

Oak Creek Now Open!

It is with great pleasure to announce that we officially opened our newest clinic in Oak Creek clinic last Friday. Dr. Armus and Jessica Grandlich will be seeing patients in this location. In two days of being open, we had nearly 70 patients on the schedule. Please note that as patient demand grows, we will be increasing our access. We are also planning a grand opening event with the chamber and the mayor.

With the help of our patient-focused associates, we look forward to being able to continue to bring the Great Lakes patient philosophy and experience to even more new communities very soon!

Oak Creek coming soon!

We will be opening a new location in Oak Creek on March 1st.  The address for our new location is:

7001 South Howell Avenue
Suite 500 Oak Creek, WI 53151

Check back often for futher updates on this location.

Matrix CO2 Fractional Laser Services

As a person ages, their collagen production begins to decline which leads to the breakdown of the skin’s underlying support structure. Daily exposure to UV rays and other environmental elements can cause the skin to become discolored and premature wrinkles may emerge. Treatments with the Matrix Fractional CO² laser will enhance the skin’s strength and elasticity. The skin will have a smoother, tighter texture and pigmentation problems will begin to diminish.

A safe, long lasting & effective treatment:

• Wrinkles
• Skin Texture Irregularities
• Pigmented Lesions
• Fine Lines
• Acne Scars
• Sun Damage

How long will my treatment take?

The Fractional CO2 treatment usually takes less than 30 minutes.

What does the laser treatment feel like?

Treatment sensations vary from person to person.  As tiny pulses of energy are delivered into the skin, most patients will experience a warm sharp feeling and an immediate tightening of the skin. Most patients look and feel like they have a mild sunburn for a few days after the treatment. Anesthetic ointments and cooling devices may be used to reduce any discomfort during and after the procedure. 

How will I take care of my skin after treatment?

How much does the treatment cost?

Walworth County... Your Kind of Skin Care Returns!

Great Lakes Dermatology is excited to announce that its newest location is now open! The Elkhorn Clinic, located just north of Downtown Elkhorn, now offers the people of Walworth County "Your Kind of Skin Care".This marks the GLD's return to Walworth County since the Lake Geneva Clinic closed in 2010.

Dr. Brett Goettsch and other providers will be treating patients at the Elkhorn clinic, 319 N. Wisconsin St. Call Great Lakes Dermatology today at (800) 227-5135 to schedule an appointment.

Online Bill Payment Now Available

Patients are now able to pay their bills on Great Lakes Dermatology's Web site.

To begin the easy online payment process, click on the Patient Resources link on the bottom of the Web site.

Patients are not charged additional fees for using the online tool.

It's as easy as 1...2...3...

Join Great Lakes Dermatology at the Kenosha Relay for Life

Looking to help a good cause? Join Great Lakes Dermatology from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 3, at the University of Wisconsin Parkside for the 2012 Kenosha Relay for Life.

For every free skin cancer screening Great Lakes Dermatology performs at the event, we will donate $5 to the American Cancer Society.

Great Lakes Dermatology's goal is to perform 100 free screenings at the Kenosha event.

Great Lakes Dermatology was able to donate $250 to the American Cancer Society after performing 50 screenings at the Racine Relay for Life.

Great Lakes Dermatology Opening New Location

Great Lakes Dermatology will be opening its 11th location in Elkhorn, 319 N. Wisconsin St., in July.

Dr. John Ratz, a board-certified dermatologist and Fellowship trained Mohs surgeon, will begin treating patients there on Tuesdays - beginning July 10.

New Online Tools

Great Lakes Dermatology is now offering its patients convenient online tools.

By using the Great Lakes Dermatology Web site, patients will now be able to schedule their own appointments and pay their bills.

Another reason Great Lakes Dermatology is "Your Kind of Skin Care."