At Yolanda C. Holmes, M.D., P.C., we provide comprehensive medical dermatology care for patients in Washington, DC, with evaluation and treatment for conditions affecting the skin, hair, scalp, and nails.
Led by board-certified dermatologist Yolanda C. Holmes, MD, FAAD, our practice provides individualized dermatologic care based on each patient's condition, medical history, skin type, symptoms, and treatment goals.
Whether you are dealing with acne, a persistent rash, hair loss, pigmentation changes, psoriasis, rosacea, a skin infection, or another dermatologic concern, our goal is to accurately evaluate your condition and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
Our medical dermatology services include evaluation and treatment for a wide range of skin, hair, scalp, and nail conditions.
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions and can affect both adolescents and adults. In addition to treating active acne, dermatologic care can address the discoloration and scarring that may remain after breakouts.
Skin reactions can cause itching, redness, swelling, dryness, irritation, or discomfort. Identifying potential triggers and understanding the underlying condition can help guide treatment.
Changes in skin color can occur because of sun exposure, inflammation, acne, hormonal changes, aging, and other factors. Proper evaluation helps determine the cause of pigmentation changes and appropriate treatment options.
New or changing growths on the skin may require professional evaluation. Depending on the type and characteristics of a lesion, your dermatologist may recommend observation, further evaluation, or removal.
Persistent dryness, irritation, itching, or rashes can have many causes. A dermatologic evaluation can help distinguish between different skin conditions and determine appropriate treatment.
Hair loss and scalp concerns can result from a variety of factors, including hereditary conditions, inflammation, hormonal changes, infection, and other medical causes. A dermatologic evaluation can help determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment options.
Hives can appear as raised, itchy areas on the skin and may develop suddenly or recur over time. Determining potential triggers and evaluating the pattern and duration of symptoms can help guide management.
Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating that may affect areas such as the underarms, hands, feet, or face and can interfere with everyday activities. Treatment depends on the areas affected and the severity of symptoms.
Keloids are raised scars that may grow beyond the original area of injury. Treatment is individualized according to the location, size, appearance, and history of the keloid.
Changes in the appearance, thickness, color, or texture of the nails can have many causes, including infection, inflammation, trauma, or other medical conditions.
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that can cause areas of thickened, scaly, or irritated skin. Treatment is individualized according to the type, severity, and areas affected.
Rosacea may cause facial redness, flushing, visible blood vessels, bumps, and other changes in the skin. Treatment is tailored to the patient's symptoms and individual triggers.
Shingles is caused by reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus and can cause a painful rash, often appearing on one side of the body. Early evaluation can be important when shingles is suspected.
Changes in a mole or other skin growth can sometimes indicate skin cancer. New, changing, bleeding, or otherwise concerning lesions should be evaluated by a qualified medical professional.
Skin infections can be caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other organisms. Because treatment depends on the underlying cause, proper diagnosis is an important part of care.
Vitiligo causes areas of the skin to lose pigment, resulting in lighter or depigmented patches. Treatment options depend on the extent and location of pigment loss and the individual patient's circumstances.
Patients with different skin tones can experience dermatologic conditions in different ways, particularly when it comes to pigmentation, inflammation, acne-related discoloration, and scarring.
At Yolanda C. Holmes, M.D., P.C., we provide dermatologic care for diverse skin types and tones and consider each patient's individual skin characteristics when evaluating conditions and developing treatment plans.
Your skin, hair, scalp, and nails can be affected by many different conditions, and similar symptoms may have different underlying causes.
During a dermatology visit, we may evaluate:
Your treatment plan is developed around your individual condition and needs.
With more than three decades of dermatology experience, Yolanda C. Holmes, MD, FAAD provides physician-led medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology care in Washington, DC.
Our practice focuses on thoughtful evaluation, individualized treatment, and care for patients with diverse skin types and tones.
Consider scheduling a dermatology evaluation if you have a skin, hair, scalp, or nail concern that is persistent, worsening, recurring, painful, itchy, changing in appearance, or not responding to your current treatment.
Professional evaluation may also be appropriate for:
Our dermatology team can evaluate your concern and discuss appropriate treatment options based on your individual needs.
