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David Altman, MD
Tiffany K. Cukrowski, DO
Helen D’Sa, DO
Stuart Gildenberg, MD
Christine Go, PA-C
Kelly Holmes, PA-C
D’Anne Kleinsmith, MD
Kent J. Krach, MD, F.A.C.M.S.
Sara Lampman, NP-C
Linda Morrison, NP
Heather Orkwis, DO
John Pomann, MD
Mika Sachs, PA-C
Kayla St. Claire, MD
Daniel M. Stewart, DO
Brian Stewart, DO
Kacie Stoll, MSN, NP-C
Wei Su, MD
Caroline Sulich-Moore, DNP
Mary G. Veremis-Ley, DO
Rebecca Wang, MD
Katherine Wasek, PA-C
Megan Winkler, FNP-C
Zijian Zheng, DO
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Clinton Township Office (Ste. 228)
Clinton Township Office (Ste. 100)
Farmington Hills Office
Midwest Skin Cancer Surgery Office
Shelby Office
Spa 43
St. Clair Shores Office
Warren Office
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We have a wide range of services designed to address your specific skincare needs.
Conditions Acne
Actinic Keratosis
Angiomas & Hemangiomas
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
Hair Loss & Alopecia
Herpes Zoster (Shingles)
Melanoma
Psoriasis
Rashes
Rosacea
Scars
Skin Cancer
Vitiligo
Warts
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Treatments & Procedures Biologics & Topical Medications
Excisions & Biopsies
Mohs Surgery
Mole Removal
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
Ultraviolet Light Therapy
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Our cosmetic services are tailored to remedy your skincare needs.
Conditions Acne
Brown Spots and Discoloration
Crows Feet
Dark Eye Circles
Double Chin
Enlarged Pores
Lines and Wrinkles
Sagging Skin
Skin Pigmentation
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Treatments & Procedures Botox® & Dysport®
Chemical Peels
CO2 Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing
Coolsculpting®
Facial Fillers
Hair Removal
HydraFacial®
Kybella®
Laser Resurfacing
Laser Vein Treatments
Microdermabrasion
Microneedling
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David Altman, MD Tiffany K. Cukrowski, DO Helen D’Sa, DO Stuart Gildenberg, MD Christine Go, PA-C Kelly Holmes, PA-C D’Anne Kleinsmith, MD Kent J. Krach, MD, F.A.C.M.S. Sara Lampman, NP-C Linda Morrison, NP Heather Orkwis, DO John Pomann, MD Mika Sachs, PA-C Kayla St. Claire, MD Daniel M. Stewart, DO Brian Stewart, DO Kacie Stoll, MSN, NP-C Wei Su, MD Caroline Sulich-Moore, DNP Mary G. Veremis-Ley, DO Rebecca Wang, MD Katherine Wasek, PA-C Megan Winkler, FNP-C Zijian Zheng, DO View All  
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Acne Actinic Keratosis Angiomas & Hemangiomas Basal Cell Carcinoma Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) Hair Loss & Alopecia Herpes Zoster (Shingles) Melanoma Psoriasis Rashes Rosacea Scars Skin Cancer Vitiligo Warts View All  
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Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)

PDT combines light and a light-activated drug to treat conditions like acne, psoriasis, and skin cancer.

What is it?

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) is a two-part treatment that combines light energy with a photosensitizer (a catalyst for absorbing light to activate a medication) to destroy cancerous and precancerous cells using light activation. The unique combination of powerful medication and targeted light activation means we can aggressively treat areas that need treatment while preserving healthy tissue. In addition to cancer, PDT can effectively treat acne, psoriasis, and bacterial, fungal and viral infections. 


If you suspect that you have any of these conditions, schedule a consultation at one of our offices in Farmington Hills, Shelby Township, Clinton Township, Warren and St. Claire Shores, Michigan. We’ll ensure you have an accurate diagnosis and treatment tailored to your skin condition.


What to expect

During treatment, our board-certified dermatologists administer a photosensitizer either orally, intravenously (injection), or topically (applied directly to the skin). From there, we shine a light on the affected area(s). Under this light, hyper-targeted areas of your skin will react by destroying unhealthy cells. Treatment typically takes anywhere from 15 to 90 minutes, depending on the severity and size of your impacted areas.

PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY (PDT) CAN HELP WITH THESE CONDITIONS:
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