About Matt Patton, PA-C
Matt Patton, PA-C is a Certified Physician Assistant specializing in dermatology and providing care to patients in the Fort Smith Arksansas area at The Dermatology Center.
Matt focuses on diagnosing and treating medical dermatological conditions. His passion for dermatology comes from his own personal struggles with acne and psoriasis and has a special interest in helping others with those skin conditions. Matt is also experienced in a variety of cosmetic procedures, cutaneous laser modalities, and completed the Hugh Greenway Cutaneous Surgery program. He has also participated in multiple clinical trials investigating psoriasis treatments.
Matt Patton received his Master of Physician Assistant degree from Wichita State University where he also completed a preceptorship in dermatology.
- American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
- Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA)
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...
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...
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
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...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
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