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

Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Does it cost more to get a tattoo or to have it removed?
The cost of getting a tattoo and the cost of having it removed can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and complexity of the tattoo, as well as the experience and reputation ...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
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.