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board-certified dermatologist in Columbia, SC

Board-Certified Dermatologist in Columbia, SC

Preparing For Your Visit

We want your visit to feel seamless from the moment you arrive.  A few simple preparations can help us make the most of our time together and ensure your appointment runs smoothly.

Before Your Appointment

New patients will be asked to complete registration and required forms through our secure patient portal before their visit. 

Please bring:

  • A current photo ID
  • Your insurance card, if we will be billing insurance
  • An up-to-date list of medications
  • Relevant pathology reports, laboratory results, or outside medical records that may help with your care
  • The name and contact information of your preferred pharmacy

Please notify us before your appointment if your insurance coverage or contact information has changed.

Arriving + Parking

Capital Skin & Laser is located at 500 Taylor St, Suite 400, at the corner of Huger Street and Taylor Street in downtown Columbia.

Complimentary on-site parking is available in the building lot.  Several spaces are reserved specifically for Capital Skin & Laser patients, but you are welcome to park in any available space in the lot.

Because the surrounding streets are one-way, we recommend allowing a few extra minutes on your first visit.  The parking lot may be accessed from Taylor Street and Hampton Street, which travel in opposite directions. 

For convenient passenger drop-off and pick-up, a roundabout at the building entrance allows direct access to the front door.

Once inside, take the elevator to the fourth floor.  Capital Skin & Laser is located in Suite 400. 

Arriving For Your Appointment

Please arrive with enough time to complete check-in before your scheduled appointment.  Arriving late may limit what we are able to address during your visit, or, when necessary, require rescheduling so that we can provide appropriate care without delaying patients who follow you.

Some laser and cosmetic appointments require additional preparation before the procedure.  If your appointment requires early arrival, topical numbing, or other preparation, our team will provide specific instructions in advance.

Full Body Skin Exams

A full body skin exam is dedicated to evaluating your skin for suspicious lesions and signs of skin cancer.   

To allow for a thorough examination, please come prepared to change into a gown.  We recommend arriving without makeup, heavy hairspray, or nail polish, as these can obscure areas of the skin, scalp, and nails that need to be examined. 

Other concerns—including acne, hair loss, rashes, or management of an ongoing dermatologic condition—require a separate appointment.  This allows us to give each concern the time and attention it deserves.

Cosmetic Consultations

An initial cosmetic consultation is required before receiving cosmetic services at Capital Skin & Laser.

Your consultation is designed to evaluate your skin, discuss your goals, and develop an individualized treatment plan. When appropriate, advanced skin imaging may be incorporated into the consultation.

The cosmetic consultation fee is $150, due at the time of booking. $100 may be applied toward eligible cosmetic treatment performed within 60 days of the consultation.

A Note About Appointment Time

Your appointment time is reserved specifically for you. Arriving late may limit what can be addressed during your visit and, in some circumstances, may require rescheduling (see Office & Financial Policies).

Questions before your visit? Contact our office.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I prepare for my first appointment?

Please complete your patient forms before your visit and bring your photo ID, current insurance card, medication list, and preferred pharmacy information. If another physician has performed a relevant biopsy, pathology evaluation, or treatment, having those records available can also be helpful.

What should I expect at my first dermatology appointment?

Your visit will begin with a review of your concerns, relevant medical history, medications, and skin history. Your provider will perform the examination appropriate for your visit, discuss findings and treatment options, and develop a plan with you. If a biopsy, cryotherapy, or another minor procedure is appropriate, it can often be performed during the same visit.

Can I discuss several concerns during one appointment?

We want to give each concern appropriate attention. Depending on the number or complexity of issues, we may recommend a separate appointment to address additional concerns. Full-body skin exams are dedicated skin cancer screening appointments and are scheduled separately from visits for concerns such as acne, hair loss, rashes, or rosacea.

What happens during a full-body skin examination?

Your provider will examine your skin for concerning moles, skin cancers, precancers, and other abnormalities. Be prepared to change into a gown so that areas normally covered by clothing can be examined. Avoid wearing makeup and nail polish when possible. Please point out anything that is new, changing, bleeding, painful, or otherwise concerning.

Can I discuss other skin concerns during my full-body skin exam?

A full-body skin exam is a dedicated skin cancer screening visit focused on evaluating your skin for suspicious moles, precancers, and skin cancers. Concerns such as acne, hair loss, rashes, rosacea, or other dermatologic conditions require a separate appointment. This allows us to give you the time and attention needed for a thorough evaluation and treatment plan. If you have both a skin cancer screening and another dermatologic concern, our team will be happy to help you schedule the appropriate visits.

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