General Practitioners

• Warts
• Cryotherapy
  Cryotherapy is a painless, in-office procedure. It is a freezing method used to remove benign skin lesions. Well-defined lesions and tumors are ideal for freezing, as the doctor can easily identify and treat the appropriate area. Cryotherapy is also... Read More
• Medical Weight Loss
  Bear in mind that, unlike gastric bypass surgery, the CoolSculpting procedure is not a weight loss solution for people who are obese. It is, however, a nonsurgical alternative to liposuction. The best way to know if CoolSculpting is right for you is to request a one-on-one consultation with one of our body contouring specialists.
• Pediatric Care
• Primary Care
  It is the responsibility of patients to obtain referrals from HMO primary care physicians prior to visits to our office. If a referral has not been authorized, you will be asked to sign a waiver accepting responsibility for payment.
• Family Practice
  Dr. Elizabeth Lester, a native of South Dakota, graduated from Washington University in St. Louis, MO and received her medical degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. She completed a family practice internship at Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines, IA and a dermatology residency at University of Vermont Medical Center where she served as chief resident in her final year. Dr. Lester also completed a dermatopathology fellowship at University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT.
• Emergency Care
  In the event of a life-threatening medical emergency, call emergency medical services at 911 immediately. DO NOT WAIT! Inform the emergency room staff that you are a patient of Dermatology Associates of Concord, and they will contact us.
• Infectious Diseases
  Dr. Alberta has presented at both regional and national meetings and has published several journal articles and book chapters, ranging from acne and rosacea to infectious diseases, drug rashes, and inpatient dermatology.

Internists

• Internal Medicine
  Dr. Matthew Zipoli, a native of Dartmouth, Massachusetts, graduated from Tufts University and received his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine. Following an internship in internal medicine at UMass Memorial Medical Center, he trained in the department of dermatology at the University of Minnesota, where he served as the program’s chief resident.

Psychiatrists

• Behavioral Health
  3. Disclosures of your highly sensitive information: Certain information that may be contained in your medical record is considered by state and federal law to be highly sensitive. This includes, but is not limited to: 1.Your HIV/AIDS status; 2. Behavioral health documentation; 3. Sexually transmitted diseases; 4. Psychotherapy notes; and 5. Certain genetic information.

Radiologist

• X-Rays
• Chemotherapy
  Untreated basal cell carcinoma can become large and disfiguring if they are at places of concern, such as the face, nose, and ears. Radiation or chemotherapy treatments may be necessary if your cancer has spread to other sites. Untreated basal cell carcinoma can spread, in rare instances, to the muscles, nerves, bones, and brain. In rare cases, it can result in death. People with one basal cell carcinoma are at risk for recurrence and the development of future skin cancers.

Surgeons

• General Surgery
• Wound Care
  If one of our doctors takes a sample of a skin lesion for a biopsy, please see these guidelines for biopsy wound care.
• Ingrown Toenails
• Mohs Surgery
  Mohs surgery allows the tumor to be removed in small layers, thereby preserving the maximum amount of normal skin. During the procedure, Dr. Zipoli will check each layer of skin for cancer cells, removing each layer until there is no more cancer detected.
• Reconstructive Surgery
  Skin grafting and reconstructive surgery may be necessary after the removal of large melanomas.  Scarring after skin cancer removal is common.  Cosmetic surgery techniques can improve the appearance of scars after the initial surgery.  Some people choose to cover their scars with make-up.

Plastic Surgeons

• Botox
  Carefully injected in very tiny amounts, BOTOX (botulinum toxin) weakens the affected muscles to soften forehead lines, frown (glabellar) lines between the eyebrows (may also be referred to as the “11s”), and crow's feet (laugh lines around the eyes). BOTOX has also been successful in controlling excessive perspiration of the underarms, hands, and feet in both men and women.
• Liposuction
• Plastic Surgery
• Blepharoplasty
  An eyelid lift, also called blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that improves the appearance of the upper and/or lower eyelids. The procedure removes fat and excess skin from the upper and lower eyelids. An eyelid lift may also be... Read More
• Body Contouring
  This noninvasive, FDA-approved body contouring treatment is designed to build, strengthen, and tone the muscles in your abdomen, buttock, thighs, and arms. In fact, a 30-minute treatment can produce results equivalent to 20,000 sit-ups or squats.
• Laser Resurfacing
  Marie Chalmers, APRN received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth in 1999.  She has a wide range of nursing experience in clinical settings such as surgical weight loss, critical care, and an extensive background as an operating room nurse.  In 2015, she graduated from Rivier University in Nashua, NH with a Master of Science in Nursing.  Most recently, Ms. Chalmers had been working as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) at a medical spa for over one year.  Marie is a certified nurse injector responsible for patient assessments, development of aesthetic treatment plans, and provided services such as laser resurfacing, microneedling, coolsculpting, chemical peels, cosmetic Botox and injectable fillers.  Marie joined Dermatology Associates of Concord in August 2020 and is excited to assist with all of your aesthetic needs.  Her passion for knowledge in the dynamic, ever-changing skincare/aesthetic industry ensures that she stays informed with the latest technologies and cutting edge products/procedures in skincare, which she loves to share with her clients.
• Cosmetic Surgery
  Skin grafting and reconstructive surgery may be necessary after the removal of large basal cell carcinomas.  Scarring after skin cancer removal is common.  Cosmetic surgery techniques can improve the appearance of scars.  Some people choose to cover their scars with make-up.  Researchers are studying medicated lotions as a treatment option to surgery to reduce scars and disfigurement.

Dermatologists

• Cosmetic Dermatology
  The friendly staff at Dermatology Associates of Concord welcomes your call and looks forward to serving you. If you have any questions about our medical and cosmetic dermatology services, please call (978) 254-1600 and speak to one of our Patient Specialists to schedule an appointment. You can also use our secure online appointment scheduling tool.
• Skin Cancer
  Mohs micrographic surgery is a specialized technique that allows for the surgical removal of skin cancer with a five-year cure rate of 99% for certain types of cancer. It is used most commonly for select basal cell carcinomas and squamous cell carcinomas as well as melanomas.
• Dermatology
  We invite you to explore our comprehensive list of resources and educational materials designed to help educate you about your dermatology condition or treatment. Choose a topic below to learn more.
• Acne Treatment
• Cyst
• Eczema
  Eczema is a chronic hypersensitive skin reaction, similar to an allergy. Atopic dermatitis is a common form of eczema. The hallmark symptoms of eczema are intense itching and a red rash. Environmental irritants, stress, water, and temperature changes may worsen the symptoms. Fortunately, there are a variety of medications and preventative measures that can help ease your symptoms.
• Fungus
  Athletes are not the only people who can get athlete’s foot. A fungus that thrives in warm environments, such as poolside surfaces and locker rooms, causes the skin infection to develop between the toes or on the soles of the... Read More
• Lesions
  We have several lasers and an intense pulsed light (IPL) source for treatment of a variety of skin lesions and cosmetic concerns. Benefits of laser therapy include less pain, swelling, and scarring when compared to surgery. It is also less invasive, has less downtime, and is more precise than surgery.
• Chemical Peels
  Chemical peels are very safe, especially when compared to other cosmetic procedures. Redness or other minor skin irritation may occur but does not last long.
• Rashes
• Skin Care
  Because your child has unique skin care needs, we treat him or her with special care and attentiveness when diagnosing and treating a skin condition.
• Microdermabrasion
  Microdermabrasion is a nonsurgical cosmetic procedure used to improve the appearance of facial skin. Very superficial skin conditions, such as fine wrinkles, dull skin, age spots, and acne, may be minimized with microdermabrasion. The procedure uses the gentle abrasive action... Read More
• Psoriasis
  Vbeam® Perfecta is a pulsed dye laser for removing discolorations, including rosacea, sunspots, age spots, and freckles, as well as other vascular pigmentation abnormalities such as poikiloderma, port wine stains, facial veins, and leg veins. It also treats scars, stretch marks, warts, and psoriasis.
• Burns

Podiatrists

• Ingrown Toenails
  Ingrown toenails are a common condition in adults. They occur when the corner of a toenail grows into the skin or when the skin grows over the toenail. Ingrown toenails cause pain and swelling. If left untreated, they can lead... Read More

Allergists

• Allergies