Dermatology in Avon, Eagle & Vail | Colorado Mountain Medical

Medical Dermatology

Call (970) 363-5430 to schedule a telehealth or in-person dermatology appointment in Avon or Eagle.

Colorado Mountain Medical’s dermatology practice covers all aspects of dermatology, including medical dermatology and cosmetic dermatology.

Dermatologists Dr. Clare Foss and Sarah Youngblood, PA, focus on diagnosing and treating disorders of the skin, hair and nails. Skin is not only the largest organ, but it is also a window into the body’s overall health.

Colorado Mountain Medical’s board-certified dermatologists understand the dynamic relationship between the skin and the immune system, and we work with patients on an individual basis to address medical conditions that affect the skin and hair, including the following:

Acne
Cold sores (herpes)
Cysts
Dry skin
Eczema
Hair loss
Hives
Hyperpigmentation and melasma
Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)

Itchy skin (pruritus)
Molluscum
Psoriasis
Rashes
Rosacea and skin redness
Skin cancer
Skin infections
Vitiligo
Warts

Our providers are equipped to administer a variety of treatment methods, including narrowband ultraviolet light phototherapy, which is effective against many common skin conditions. We also offer excisions to treat and remove skin cancer.

Cosmetic Dermatology

Colorado Mountain Medical’s cosmetic dermatology services are administered by board-certified providers in a professional setting, where medical advice, treatment and support are available if needed. While working with you to achieve your skin care goals, our cosmetic dermatology team remains committed to your safety, wellbeing and the overall health of your skin.

Cosmetic dermatology services offered at Colorado Mountain Medical include:

Elta MD products
Cosmetic Consults
Benign lesion removal
- Skin tags
- Cherry angiomas
- Sebaceous hyperplasia
Neuromodulators
- Botox®
- Jeuveau

Sun Protection Tips

Living in the mountains is fun. What it does to your skin isn’t. Did you know that it only takes 15 minutes for your skin to be damaged when exposed to the sun at high altitude? Don't let those desired tans fool you–since getting a tan only means your skin is crying for help! Below are the best ways to protect yourself from the sun.

Sunblock vs. Sunscreen

Sunblock is mineral based and sunscreen is chemical based; both protect the skin from the sun in different ways. Sunblock protects from UV rays by forming a physical shield with minerals such as zinc oxide or titanium oxide while sunscreen contains chemicals which absorb the UV rays instead of your skin. It is important to be using either a sunblock or sunscreen that is at least 30 SPF or greater. It is best if the sunblock or sunscreen denotes that it has broad-spectrum protection and is water resistant. Sunblock is better for sensitive skin.