Dermatology Support
Practical Skin Care Support with a Nurse Practitioner
Skin concerns can affect your comfort, confidence, and overall well-being. At Harbour Wellness Healthcare & Aesthetics, Nurse Practitioner Laura Castles provides thorough skin assessments, treatment recommendations, and follow-up care for a variety of common dermatological concerns.
Whether you are managing an ongoing condition, noticing a new skin change, or looking for a professional skin cancer screening, our goal is to provide timely, personalized, and approachable care.
Conditions We Assess and Support
Dermatology appointments may include assessment and treatment planning for:
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Acne
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Rosacea
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Rashes and skin irritation
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Bacterial, fungal, and viral skin infections
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Eczema and dermatitis
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Skin tags and other benign skin growths
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Warts
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Changes in moles or skin lesions
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Areas of redness, itching, scaling, swelling, or discomfort
Your appointment may include a review of your symptoms, medical history, current skincare products, medications, lifestyle factors, and previous treatments.
Acne Support
Acne can occur at any age and may be influenced by hormones, skincare products, medications, stress, and other health factors.
Your acne assessment may include:
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Identification of acne type and severity
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Review of current skincare routines and products
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Prescription treatment options when appropriate
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Recommendations for supportive medical-grade skincare
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Discussion of scarring, pigmentation, and future treatment options
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Ongoing monitoring and treatment adjustments
Our approach focuses on creating a realistic treatment plan that supports both short-term improvement and long-term skin health.
Rosacea Assessment and Management
Rosacea may present as persistent redness, flushing, visible blood vessels, bumps, sensitivity, or irritation.
A Nurse Practitioner assessment can help identify possible triggers, rule out other conditions, and develop an individualized treatment plan. Treatment may include prescription options, skincare recommendations, lifestyle guidance, and referrals when required.
Rashes and Skin Infections
Rashes can have many possible causes, including allergies, irritation, eczema, infection, medication reactions, or inflammatory skin conditions.
During your appointment, we will assess the appearance, location, duration, and symptoms of the rash. Where appropriate, treatment may include prescription creams, oral medications, supportive skincare, testing, or referral for further evaluation.
Skin Tags and Benign Skin Growths
Skin tags are common, harmless growths that may become irritated by clothing, jewelry, or friction.
Following an assessment, suitable skin tags or benign lesions may be treated in clinic. Not every growth is appropriate for removal, and any lesion with concerning features may require further investigation before treatment.
Liquid Nitrogen
Liquid nitrogen, also known as cryotherapy, may be used to treat certain superficial skin concerns by freezing the targeted tissue.
Depending on the assessment, liquid nitrogen treatments may be appropriate for:
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Certain warts
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Some skin tags
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Seborrheic keratoses
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Selected sun-related skin lesions
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Other suitable benign growths
Multiple treatments may be required. Temporary redness, swelling, blistering, crusting, or changes in skin pigmentation can occur as the area heals.
Skin Cancer Screening
Regular skin assessments can help identify concerning changes early, especially for individuals with a personal or family history of skin cancer, significant sun exposure, tanning bed use, numerous moles, or a history of sunburns.
A skin cancer screening may include:
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Review of personal and family risk factors
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Assessment of moles, lesions, and areas of concern
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Identification of changes in colour, shape, size, border, or texture
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Education on self-monitoring and sun protection
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Referral for biopsy, dermatology consultation, or further investigation when indicated
A screening assessment cannot confirm whether a lesion is cancerous without appropriate diagnostic testing. Any concerning findings will be discussed with you, along with recommended next steps.
Mole Mapping and Skin Monitoring
Mole mapping provides a visual record of moles and skin lesions to support ongoing monitoring over time.
This may be especially helpful for individuals who:
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Have many moles
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Have atypical or changing moles
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Have a personal or family history of melanoma
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Have significant sun exposure
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Find it difficult to monitor certain areas of their body
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Want a baseline record for future comparison
Mole mapping does not replace a biopsy or specialist assessment when a lesion appears suspicious. It is one part of a broader skin health and monitoring plan.
When to Book an Appointment
Consider booking a dermatology assessment when you notice:
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A new or changing mole
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A sore that does not heal
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A lesion that repeatedly bleeds, crusts, or becomes irritated
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Persistent redness, itching, pain, or scaling
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A rash that is spreading or not improving
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Signs of infection
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Acne or rosacea that is affecting your comfort or confidence
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A skin growth you would like assessed or treated
Rapidly spreading rashes, severe allergic reactions, significant facial swelling, difficulty breathing, rapidly worsening infections, or other urgent symptoms require immediate medical assessment.
Personalized Skin Care
At Harbour Wellness Healthcare & Aesthetics, we combine medical assessment with practical education and individualized treatment planning. Our goal is to help you better understand your skin, address current concerns, and feel confident about the next steps in your care.
Book a Dermatology Assessment
Address
123 King St. Delhi, ON
N4B1X9
Contact
519-512-0535
harbourwellness.janeapp.com
