Alan Crawford, PA


Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology

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Garrott Dermatology
24 Marks Road
Ocean Springs, Mississippi 39564
For an appointment, call (228) 872-8873
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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.

Patient Survey Results

The care you received on your last visit
90%
Overall experience with the practice
80%
Likelihood of recommending to family or a friend
100%

Patient Education Resources

Acne Medication Savings
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
What are some basic acne skin care tips?
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
What medications are used to treat acne?
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.

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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.