Dr. Oswald Mikell, MD
Cosmetic Dermatology,
Dermatologic Surgery,
Mohs Surgery
Okatie, South Carolina 29909
Medical Expertise of Dr. Oswald Mikell, MD
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Oswald Mikell, MD
Oswald L. Mikell, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon providing care to patients in the Hilton Head area at Dermatology Associates of the Lowcountry.
He has been practicing dermatology in this area since 1982 and is a leader in the field of Mohs Micrographic Surgery.
Dr. Mikell is past President of the South Carolina Dermatology Association and has been a Trustee, Secretary and Treasurer of the South Carolina Medical Association.
In May 2008, Dr. Mikell was awarded, "Dermatologist of the Year" by the South Carolina Dermatological Association.
Conditions Treated
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
When the life cycle of your skin cells speeds up and goes haywire, you’ve got psoriasis, and you’re one of more than 8 million Americans that suffer from the condition. There’s no cure for psoriasis, but there are many treatment options that limit the impact of outbreaks, since psoriasis tends to come and go in many patients. Medical science doesn’t know the precise causes of psoriasis, which has many different types, but they’re all linked to immu...
About 8 million Americans have psoriasis. Psoriasis is a chronic condition that can make skin red, thick, and scaly. It’s not contagious, but it can be very uncomfortable and embarrassing for the men, women, and children who have it. Unfortunately, psoriasis has no cure. Topical creams and ointments can treat mild psoriasis, but if yours is more severe, topical treatments may not be enough. That’s where light therapy comes in. Light therapy, which uses controlled ultraviolet ...
Psoriasis is a chronic condition that’s characterized by scaly patches of dry, red skin. These patches, called psoriasis plaques, can be itchy, painful, and unsightly. Having psoriasis means identifying and avoiding your triggers to keep it under control. The changing seasons can bring changes to your skin and make you wonder if a flare-up is in your future. It’s no secret that sweating and sunburns can make psoriasis worse, but that doesn’t mean you have to dread su...
Education & Training
- Residency: Naval Medical Center, San Diego
- Internship: Naval Medical Center, San Diego
- Medical School: Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine
