Medical Expertise of Dr. William Hoover, Jr., MD
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. William Hoover, Jr., MD
Dr. William “Chip” Hoover, Jr. is a founding partner of the Dermatology Group of the Carolinas. He has been practicing Dermatology for 30 years. Dr. Hoover specializes in medical dermatology and surgical dermatology and has a passion for caring for patients with psoriasis. He enjoys treating teenage, adult and older patients as well as anyone who appreciates his fun-loving spirit. He thrives on getting to know each of his patients as individuals and treating them with the same thorough, compassionate care that he would provide to his own family. Dr. Hoover is a Board-Certified Dermatologist, a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, a Professional Member of the National Psoriasis Foundation, and a Member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. He lives in Concord with his wife, Ginny, He enjoys spending time with his two grown children (who are both physicians) and watching UNC athletics (Go Heels!).
Tips & Wisdom
Over the past 20 years, treatments for psoriasis have exploded. Prior to 2000, there were less than 5 internal treatments for psoriasis. Since that time, more than 15 new internal treatments for psoriasis have been developed and come to the market. These new medications are much more effective than older medications. With these new medications, many psoriasis sufferers obtain clear or nearly clear skin. And although not completely free of potential side effects, the...
Patient Education Resources
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...
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The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Education & Training
Medical School:
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Internship:
Internal Medicine, Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
Residency:
Dermatology, Medical University of South Carolina
Board Certified:
American Board of Dermatology
Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
Professional Affiliations
Dermatology Group of the Carolinas
Since 1991, Dermatology Group of the Carolinas has been providing comprehensive, dermatologic care to each of our patients with compassion, professionalism, and expertise. We specialize in treating all diseases of the skin, hair, and nails as well as promoting the healthy look of beautiful skin. Our goal is to set the standard for dermatological care in this region.
We are one of the largest dermatology practices in the Carolinas, serving residents in Cabarrus, Rowan and surrounding counties for over twenty-seven years. As of July 2018, we are also pleased to be serving the patients in the Lake Norman area of Huntersville. Most importantly our physicians and staff treat each patient with respect and compassion. We take pride in providing comprehensive care in a professional environment with a caring staff.