Dr. Patel has been selected as one of twenty-five finalists to be named 2016 Health Care Heroes by the Memphis Journal. The awards ceremony will take place on Tuesday, August 16 at 5:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn University of Memphis. Click HERE for more details.

Dr. Patel discusses Visha Skin Care, Brotox and more!

Pick up the latest issue of the Commercial Appeal's Good Health Magazine. Dr. Patel discusses Brotox, Visha Skin Care and more!

Dr. Patel in Nylon and The Zoe Report

Dr. Patel discusses pros and cons of matcha in skin care products.

Read the full article HERE AND HERE

Dr. Patel discusses the importance of wearing sunscreen in She Know

Dr. Patel discusses the importance of  wearing sunscreen in She Knows " Your Skin Shouldn't Be The Only Skin You're Checking for Cancer."

Sunscreen is necessary in all types of weather because the damaging UV rays can break through the clouds. "It may not feel the same as a bright and sunny summer day, but always apply sunscreen to any exposed skin when leaving the house," says Dr. Purvisha Patel, owner and dermatologist at Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates. 

Click HERE for the full article.

Dr. Patel in First for Women Magazine

Dr. Patel was mentioned in the national publication First for Women magazine!

Protect Your Skin as Summer Heats Up

Dr. Patel was featured in the Memphis Daily News encouraging Memphians to protect their skin in the summer heat.

Read the full editorial HERE

Visha Skin Care on Nashville Wifestyles

Nashville Wifestyles blogger Ashley Houston talks about Visha Skin Care Mommy line.

Click here for more on how she incorporates Visha Skin Care to her AM Skin Care Routine.

Say Goodbye to the Double Chin with Kybella!

Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates is offering their July special. Buy 2 vials of KYBELLA^®  and receive $100 off your treatment until July 31.

KYBELLA^® , a revolutionary procedure that reduces the appearance of moderate to severe submental fullness also referred to as the “double chin” affecting millions of individuals.

According to a 2015 survey conducted by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), 67% of people said they were bothered by submental fullness caused by aging, genetics and weight gain. Sometimes, no matter how much diet or exercise is accomplished, the condition may not go away, making individuals look older and heavier than they actually are.

KYBELLA^® is an injectable, in-office treatment lasting 15-20 minutes. It is the first and only FDA-approved treatment to minimize excess chin fat. The active ingredient in KYBELLA^® is deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat. When injected into the fat beneath the chin, KYBELLA^® destroys fat cells. Once destroyed, cells cannot store or accumulate fat leaving a leaner and precise profile.

For more information and/or schedule an appointment contact (901) 759-2322.

Father's Day is June 19!

*Specials available until June 30.

May is National Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States with an estimated 3,500,000 cases diagnosed each year. According to the Cancer Treatment Centers of America, it develops as an abnormal or uncontrolled growth of mutated cells of skin, typically in the top layer known as the epidermis. Skin cancer may initially appear as a bump or irregular patch on the skin. The most common types of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma.

The month of May is National Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends that “everyone practice monthly head-to-toe self examination of their skin, so that they can find any new or changing lesions that might be cancerous or precancerous.” It’s also recommended to visit your local dermatologist to get a skin cancer screening.

The Melanoma Research Foundation is encouraging people to #GetNaked to "raise awareness about melanoma and the importance of being proactive” when it comes to skin cancer. Additionally, The ABCDEs of Melanoma post is helpful in catching these cancers early.

To book a skin cancer screening at Advanced Dermatology, call (901) 759-2322 or visit http://www.advanceddermatologymemphis.com.

For additional information visit:

http://www.skincancer.org/

http://www.cancer.org/skincancer

http://www.cancercenter.com/skin-cancer/learning/

Dr. Patel Discusses Skin Care with WMC 5 Action News 5

Dr. Purvisha Patel discusses the safety and risks of fade creams with Jerica Phillips from WMC Action News 5.

WMC Action News 5 hosted a Facebook Live Q&A with Dr. Patel as she answered real-time questions from viewers on all things skin care.

Dr. Purvisha Patel on WMC Action News 5

Dr. Purvisha Patel shares her expertise about a new study linking hair products to toxic chemicals on WMC Action News 5 with Jerica Phillips on May 2, 2016.

Click on image below to view video.

Do Something Beautiful for Mom on her Special Day

Take care of the woman who always takes care of you by treating mom to the ultimate spa experience for Mother's Day at Visha Medi Spa inside Advanced Dermatology Skin Cancer and Associates. In the month of May, Visha Medi Spa is offering five exclusive spa specials to pamper mothers in style.

“At Visha Medi Spa we would like to celebrate mothers from all over the region by providing them a place of relaxation and rejuvenation by offering specials on services including Botox, Radiesse filler, facial laser rejuvenation and micropeels,” said Dr. Purvisha Patel, owner of Visha Medi Spa and Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates and creator of Visha Skin Care.

Give the gift of beauty with these five rejuvenating Mother's Day specials by calling (901) 759-2322.

• Purchase a gift certificate at Visha Medi Spa and receive a free Visha Skin Care product
• Purchase 30 units of Botox and receive 10 units for free
• Buy one syringe of Radiesse filler and receive the second syringe half off
• Buy an introductory facial laser rejuvenation and receive a free micropeels.
• Purchase a facial and body wrap gift certificate and receive a free Visha Skin Care Sugar Shrink Body Scrub.

If your mom lives in a different city, let her know you’re thinking of her with a gift of beauty from Visha Skin Care. Take 15% off your purchase of Mommy or Advanced bundles with code “MothersDay2016” now through May 31. Visha Skin Care’s multitasking feature and powerful ingredients are perfect for a mother that’s always on the go. You can purchase these products at www.vishaskincare.com.

April is Rosacea Awareness Month

This month, we bring light to a skin condition that affects over 16 million people in the U.S. commonly found in adults over 30.

Symptoms are:

Facial redness. Rosacea usually causes a persistent redness in the central portion of your face. Small blood vessels on your nose and cheeks often swell and become visible.

Swollen red bumps. Many people who have rosacea also develop bumps on their face that resemble acne. These bumps sometimes contain pus. Your skin may feel hot and tender.

Eye problems. About half of the people with rosacea also experience eye dryness, irritation and swollen, reddened eyelids. In some people, rosacea eye symptoms precede the skin symptoms.

Enlarged nose. Rarely, rosacea can thicken the skin on the nose, causing the nose to appear bulbous (maraschino). This occurs more often in men than in women.

Since treatment is different for every patient, it is recommended that you visit a dermatologist for a tailored treatment plan.

Treatments for rosacea include oral and topical medications, lifestyle modifications, laser and light therapies and surgical procedures (used mostly for advanced cases). These treatments are often combined for better results.

The good news is that rosacea can be controlled and manageable with the right treatments and lifestyle.

For more information on rosacea visit The National Rosacea Society website.

If you are having any signs of this disease, schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates.

Creator of Visha Skin Care Line, Dr. Purvisha Patel visits Local Memphis Live

Dr. Patel visits WAN-TV's "Local Memphis Live" with Amy Speropoulos February 24th.

Discover a world of luxurious corrective skin care products that are affordable, saves time and will have you glowing with beautiful skin. These groundbreaking formulations are for all skin types, men and women, as well as pregnant women too!

Visha Skin Care saves time in which one product is used twice a day to reduce fine lines, eliminates dark spots, treats hyperpigmentation and fades acne scars.

Click on image to view video



For more information visit www.vishaskincare.com

Employee Spotlight: Dr. Craig Gordon

Dr. Craig Gordon was raised in Sharon, Tennessee. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from The University of Tennessee in Knoxville and studied medicine at The University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center in Memphis. He completed a one-year study of internal medicine at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville before moving to Jacksonville, Florida to complete a dermatology residency at The Mayo Clinic. During his residency, Dr. Gordon worked and trained with dermatologists at all Mayo campuses including Rochester, Minnesota, and Scottsdale, Arizona. He served as a resident board member of the Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery from 2014 to 2015 and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery.

What led you to your career

I chose dermatology because it was the specialty that appealed most to me. I like how it incorporates multiple medical disciplines including surgery, advanced medical cases, and pathology in an outpatient setting.

What are some of your goals in working in this field?

My first goal while working in this field is to provide excellent patient care. After all, I’m here for patients and they are the reason why I wanted to be a doctor in the first place. Another goal I have is to be the doctor who brings relief for patients with the difficult medical cases that other doctors haven’t been able to diagnose and treat.  

What do you like most about your job?

There are many aspects of my job that I enjoy, but if I had to decide on the number one thing, I would have to say interacting with patients and learning about their life stories. You can learn so much from listening to another person’s walk through life.

What are three career lessons you've learned thus far?

Three career lessons I have learned so far would be to always listen to your patients, appreciate and respect those you work with, and try to start everyday on the best foot possible.

Tell us three things most people don't know about you.

A few things most people don’t know about me would be that I grew up on a farm in rural northwest Tennessee, I love working on crossword puzzles in my free time, and The Commissary is my favorite restaurant in town.

What kinds of hobbies and interests do you have outside of work?

My favorite hobby outside of work is gardening tropical plants. I have a large collection of bromeliads I tend to daily.

Where is the best place you traveled to and why?

The best place I have traveled to is Arizona. I love how the landscape ranges from the majestic desert to the high mountains. I’ve camped at the Grand Canyon and explored many of the modern and progressive cities out there.

What is your favorite book?

Although it is considered Young Adult Literature, my favorite book is Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.

What is your personal philosophy?

My personal philosophy can be summed up in one phrase: Learn from every day.

March Exclusive Specials and Events

Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates, Visha MediSpa and Visha Skin Care are offering an amazing March with exclusive specials, a Bellafill happy hour event at Napa Cafe on March 29 and an appearance at the Southern Women’s Show on March 11-13!

“We are excited to offer 10% off all spa services and to be a part of this year’s Southern Women’s Show and Bellafill event offering new and existing clients special pricing on services and on the Visha Skin Care line,” said Dr. Patel, owner of Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates, Visha MediSpa, and creator of Visha Skin Care. 

With spring around the corner, March is the perfect time to begin taking care of your skin. Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates and Visha MediSpa are offering 10% off of all spa and cosmetic services (excluding Ultherapy). Choose from a selection of services from cosmetic to spa services such as a facials, laser skin rejuvenation, Kybella, CoolSculpting, and more. For a complete list of spa services visit http://www.advanceddermatologymemphis.com/

It’s that time of the year again where thousands of people come together for a weekend of beauty, fashion and food at the Southern Women’s Show on March 11^th – 13^th at the Agricenter in Memphis, Tennessee. Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates and Visha Skin Care will be offering exclusive discounts to attendees. Stop by the booth and take advantage of these specials. For tickets to the Southern Women’s Show visit https://southernshows.com/wme

Join Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates for an evening of beauty and happy hour at the Bellafill event on March 29^th from 4 – 7 p.m. at Napa Café, 5101 Sanderlin Ave., Memphis, TN 38117. Learn all things skin care and treatments including diminishing smile lines and acne scars. 

Spaces are limited, so save the last minute rush and RSVP at (901) 759 – 2322.

For more information, visit www.vishaskincare.com  and http://www.advanceddermatologymemphis.com/

Dr. Purvisha Patel is the Sole and Premier Provider in Memphis for KYBELLA, First and Only-Surgical Treatment for Double Chin Reduction

Dr. Patel visits WREG 3’s popular morning show “Live at 9” on Tuesday, January 26 to show viewers how KYBELLA works.

Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates introduces their newest treatment KYBELLA^® , a revolutionary procedure that reduces the appearance of moderate to severe submental fullness also referred to as the “double chin” affecting millions of individuals.  Dr. Purvisha Patel, board certified dermatologist and sole provider for KYBELLA^®   in Memphis  treating individuals in their Germantown, Tennessee and Olive Branch, Mississippi offices.

“We are proud to be the premier and only provider in Memphis for KYBELLA^®, an innovative treatment helping our clients achieve lasting results,” said Dr. Patel.

KYBELLA^® is an injectable, in-office treatment lasting 15-20 minutes. It is the first and only FDA-approved treatment to minimize excess chin fat. The active ingredient in KYBELLA^® is deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat. When injected into the fat beneath the chin, KYBELLA^® destroys fat cells. Once destroyed, cells cannot store or accumulate fat leaving a leaner and precise profile.

Click on image to view video.

For more information or to schedule an appointment call 901.759.2322 and visit www.AdvancedDermatologyMemphis.com. Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Associates is located in Germantown and Olive Branch.

Get Irresistibly Kissable Lips and a Touchable Body for Valentine's Day with Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Associates February Specials

Sweeten her day by treating her to the full VIP treatment at Valentine special rates the whole month of February

Treat your loved one to the ultimate Valentine's Day spa package making them feel great inside and out at Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Associates. Dr. Purvisha Patel, board certified dermatologist, creator of Visha Skin Care products, and owner of Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates is offering three exclusive Valentine's month specials.

"Valentine's Day is just around the corner, so we are happy to offer our clients exclusive February specials and offering the ultimate lip and body package which includes lip filler and ulthera perioral, erasing lip lines with CO2, and sugar shrink body scrub with body balm and spray tan," said Dr. Patel.

A kiss is a powerful thing. Get kissable lips and diminish wrinkles with the ultimate lip package which includes lip filler and ulthera perioral for $850. Perioral wrinkles are fine or deep lines that occur around the mouth and lips. Fortunately, perioral wrinkles are treatable with ulthera, the new non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses the ultrasound and the body's own natural healing process to stimulate the deep structural support areas of skin.

Improve your pout by erasing lip lines with CO2 and filler for $750. Fillers, or dermal fillers consist of a variety of elements by which to rejuvenate the skin and add volume to the face, lips, or other parts of the body. Some fillers are made of soft tissue components, patients own fat or from a chemical developed to imitate soft tissue.

Diminish winter skin and achieve a smooth and touchable body. Indulge in luxurious sugar shrink body scrub with body balm and a spray tan for $129. Spray tanning is a safe alternative to tanning in the sun or in a tanning bed and at Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Associates spray tans don't include some of the harsh chemicals that can be dangerous.

For more information and/or schedule an appointment contact (901) 759-2322.

Rejuvenate and Restore this New Year with Exclusive January Specials!

Start the New Year strong with your best foot forward with Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Associates. Dr. Purvisha Patel, board certified dermatologist, creator of Visha Skin Care products, and owner of Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates is offering three exclusive specials this month.

“2016 is here and everyone wants to look their best so we are happy to offer our clients exclusive January specials brightening their eyes, keeping their beach body in the winter and special pricing on facial treatments helping them feel refreshed and energized to start the New Year,” said Dr. Patel.

Keep all eyes on you this New Year with Noninvasive Ulthera Brow and Lift, plus 30 units of Botox for $850. Lift, tone, and tighten loose skin on brow, neck, and under chin. Ultherapy is the new non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses ultrasound and the body’s own natural healing process to stimulate the deep structural support areas of skin.

Reshape your body with CoolSculpting and receive a free spray tan with purchase. The CoolSculpting technology is the only FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat reduction treatment available that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and exercise. The results are proven, noticeable and lasting.

Make your skin glow this New Year with facial treatments for only $25 with purchase of a chemical peel. Chemical peels are topically applied formulas that revitalize the skin’s surface by creating a controlled shedding of the outermost layer of the skin. This allows new layers to be exposed, creating a fresh appearance and smoother texture to the skin’s surface.

For more information and/or schedule an appointment contact (901) 759-2322.