About Dr. Kevin Gaffney, MD
Certified by the American Board of Dermatology, Dr. Kevin J. Gaffney is a medical dermatologist who specializes in the treatment of all aspects of the skin with an emphasis on skin malignancies and genetic skin disorders.
Dr. Gaffney trained at the Brown University School of Medicine, the New York University School of Medicine, and the University of Michigan Medical School. He is a staff physician at the Hurley Medical Center, McLaren Regional Medical Center, and the Genesys Regional Medical Center. He is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Michigan State Medical Society, Michigan Dermatological Society, and the American Medical Association.
Patient Education Resources
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
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 ...
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 ...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
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 ...
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 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...
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...
Karlene Dermatology
Whether your visit to our office is for diagnostic or cosmetic reasons, every patient is treated as a unique medical patient. In addition to a detailed discussion with each patient to uncover relevant environmental or other health issues, our process includes careful observation, treatment and follow-up care. Regardless of the reason for your visit, you should expect nothing less than our full attention to your total skin fitness and overall health.