Medical Expertise of Dr. Mark Lake, MD
Dr. Lake specializes in the prevention, detection, and treatment of a variety of skin condition, including Acne, Skin Cancer (Basal Cell, Squamous Cell and Melanoma), Actinic Keratoses (AKs), Fungal skin infections, polymorphous light eruptions, and dry skin.
About Dr. Mark Lake, MD
Dr. Mark Lake, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in Lafayette Indiana at Lake Dermatology.
Dr. Lake is licensed to practice medicine in Indiana, Michigan and Ohio.
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Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
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...
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...
Eczema Medication Savings & Support Programs
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
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...
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...
Education & Training
Undergraduate Degree: B.S. Technical Education, A.S. Surgical Assisting Technology at The University of Akron
Physician Assistant, Kettering College of Medical Arts
Medical Degree: Wright State University, School of Medicine
Internship General Surgery: Summa Health Systems in Akron, Ohio
Dermatology Residency, Wright State University
Professional Affiliations
Lake Dermatology
Lake Dermatology provides prevention, detection, and treatment of a number of different skin conditiones including, but not limited to:
- Skin Cancer (including Basal Cell, Squamous Cell and Melanoma)
- Acne (childhood, adolescent and adult)
- Actinic kertatosis (pre-cancers)
- Fungal Skin Infections
- Polymorphous light eruption ( "Sun-Allergy")