About Alan Crawford, PA
Alan Crawford, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant providing focused on providing dermatology care to patients in the Biloxi area.
Alan Crawford is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, and a fellow member of the Society of Dermatology PAs.
Physician Assistants diagnose and treat a wide variety of patient complaints including skin cancer, warts, eczema, acne, rashes and moles. Physician Assistant authority to write prescriptions for medications in Mississippi and 47 other states across the nation.
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There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
Alan Crawford, PA-C, is a native of Mississippi, and trained at the LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. He received his Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies with a focus in dermatology from the University of Nebraska Physician Assistant Program. Alan is certified as a Physician Assistant (PA) by the National Commission on Accreditation of Physician Assistants. He is licensed by the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant. He is a graduate with advanced training in all aspects of dermatology.
Professional Affiliations
Garrott Dermatology
Garrott Dermatology was set up by Dr. Thomas Garrott on the Gulf Coast in 1974.
The services at Garrott Dermatology are more than skin deep. Our highly experienced skin care experts understand the unique needs of different skin types. We offer personalized care and treatment plans for a variety of skin, hair, and nail conditions to defeat the effects of aging, rising pollution levels, extreme climate, and other external and internal irritants on your skin.