This review covers the quality of cosmetic services and a dermatological challenge at the office for those with chronic health conditions.
I've been a patient at Modern Dermatology for several years. The doctors are generally friendly and get to know their patients. Dr. Collyer is exceptionally skilled at cosmetic procedures and, given the occasional risks of a cosmetic procedure, it's my experience that you really don't want to go anywhere else than Modern Dermatology for a cosmetic service. Their follow up, caution, and care was exemplary medical care when a small side effect happened; Dr. Collyer was exceptionally cautious, proactive, and helped me through it with no damage. (I should say this happened after a few similar treatments with no side effect). So, yes, if you're looking for a safe, skilled cosmetic treatment in Seattle, there's nowhere better than Modern Dermatology.
For dermatological issues, the team is skilled at identifying a problem, prescribing a topical medication or applying a treatment. However, an area where the office doesn't do as well is treating chronic conditions which may stem from non-dermatological causes. The office is led by highly trained western medicine docs (thank goodness!) but this also means there are some blind spots for chronic conditions. For instance, the team knew I had a longstanding inflammatory condition, but when I came in with skin issues in my late 30's/early 40's, chalked dermatological problems up to "getting old." Working with a functional medicine doctor, I found out I've got a massive gluten sensitivity; a lot of my inflammation and skin issues were a direct result of eating gluten. Cut out gluten, and my skin issues went away. (Including a problem I've had since childhood!)
When I went in for a cosmetic procedure on my abdomen, the office missed the signs of a common illness in women--I didn't need the cosmetic procedure, I needed major surgery. Screening questions for the procedure should have picked this up. (I had no idea my condition at the time, but it was signifigant.)
All of this is to say, Modern Dermatology are great doctors. It's the safest and most skilled place to go for cosmetic procedures. If you have a one-time dermatological issue, they're highly skilled and knowledgeable. But if you have chronic health conditions that intersect with dermatological issues, Modern Dermatology will help short term symptoms treatment---but are less likely to get to the root cause or refer you to other doctors who could help. read more