If you're spending time outside this summer, you should know how the sun can affect your skin and take the proper precautions to protect it. Whether you're hiking, biking, or rafting, find out our top tips and keep your skin safe.

It can be difficult to determine if your new itchy rash is in fact an allergy to something you came into contact with or if it is another form of eczema. In this post, we talk about possible causes for a new itchy rash and the difference between an allergy rash and eczema.

Poison ivy in the springtime can look different from what you might expect. Learn how to identify and treat poison oak, poison ivy, and poison sumac and when to contact your dermatologist in this blog post!

Nearly everyone will experience some type of eczema at some point in their life. This month Dr. L. Evan Michael covers the different types of eczema and when you should contact your dermatologist. Keep reading here…

You probably know many skin care basics, but a few of our tips may surprise you! Read on to learn more about how to take care of your body’s biggest organ!

November is National Healthy Skin Month. Your skin is your body’s largest organ so it’s important to take care of it. Learn how to keep your skin healthy all year round with our 5 simple skincare tips!

October is National Fire Prevention & Safety Month. Even though dermatology isn’t directly related to fire prevention, many of our patients have asked us for tips on burn care. Read on to learn the best home treatments for minor burns and how to tell if you need additional medical care.

In 2019 our very own Dr. Mark Hutchin was featured in the New York Times after his startling diagnosis of an Asheville resident who had a disease that most people thought didn’t exist anymore. Keep reading here…

August is Psoriasis Awareness Month. In this month’s blog post Dr. L Evan Michael discusses how to recognize and treat this aggravating skin condition.

With so many of our usual indoor activities curtailed, many of us are taking advantage of the outdoor opportunities afforded by our beautiful state - with potential consequences for our skin. In this post, I’ll talk about what do to if your sun protection had a little lapse, as well as what to do if you wind up on the wrong side of a poison ivy patch.

June is sun safety awareness month. In this post, I’ll discuss sunscreen selection, use, and common mistakes…

May is skin cancer awareness month. In this post we’ll talk about tips for self skin-checks and how to protect …

We are open for Teledermatology visits! Rosacea often flares with the change of seasons, especially as people get more sun exposure during Springtime. In this post, we’ll talk about some features of Rosacea and how …

There are many ways you can keep your skin healthy at home! If you follow our top 10 tips, you are much less likely to develop a dry skin issue in the first place.

Are you planning to travel over Spring Break? In this article, we’ll cover a few important travel tips, including practicing safe sun, avoiding or treating blisters, and making sure you don’t bring home any uninvited guests from your hotel.

It’s winter. The air is cold and dry, and with it comes dry, itchy skin. But how do you know if it’s just regular dry skin, sometimes referred to as xerosis, or something more serious? And even if it is “just” dry skin, how can you alleviate the annoying symptoms? We’re here to help! 

Dr. Mark Hutchin is pleased to announce that Dr. L. Evan Michael M.D., Ph.D. has joined his practice and will be seeing patients at Dermatology of North Asheville located at 209 East Chestnut Street.