Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C


Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology

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Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C
10 Medical Dr.
Rome, Georgia 30161
For an appointment, call (706) 378-2235
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Medical Expertise of Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C

Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C diagnoses and treats a wide range of conditions affecting the skin, hair and nails and enjoys all aspects of surgical and cosmetic dermatology.

About Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C

Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C is a Certified Physician Assistant focused on providing dermatology care to patients in Rome and the surrounding Floyd County area of Georgia at Skin Cancer & Cosmetic Dermatology Centers.

Douglas practiced Internal Medicine for three years and before specializing in Dermatology in 2000. He has published multiple articles in dermatology journals, and lectures frequently at medical conferences throughout the Southeast.

Douglas DiRuggiero is a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA) is the founding President of the Georgia Dermatology Physician Assistant Society.

Conditions Treated

Acne
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Seborrheic Keratosis
Warts
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Atopic Dermatitis
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Skin Cancer

Procedures & Services

Juvederm®
Laser Hair Removal
Botox® Cosmetic

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...
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...
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 ...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
What is facial rejuvenation?
Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to improve the appearance of the face and make it look more youthful. These treatments can include a combination of non...

Education & Training

Douglas DiRuggiero graduated with Honors from the Duke University Physician Assistant Program and received his Masters of Health Sciences.

Professional Affiliations

Douglas DiRuggiero, PA-C

Skin Cancer & Cosmetic Dermatology Centers serves the Floyd County area. Our dermatologists offer extensive options for skin cancer treatment, cosmetic surgery, and dermatology services that promote healthy skin.

With Mohs Micrographic surgery, we can remove all of your cancer with very little scarring. Our plastic surgery services can help your skin recover its youthful shine. Visit our convenient Rome skin clinic for yourself or your children, for big or small concerns.

Some treatments require frequent visits, making it more difficult for patients who have to drive long distances. With as many as 11 locations in Chattanooga and North Georgia, our skin treatment centers offer patients more options.

Whether it is an irritating rash or worrisome mole, you can trust our skin doctors to treat a variety of skin, hair, and nail conditions for all ages.