Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. When it progresses to Stage 4 melanoma, also known as metastatic melanoma, the cancer has spread from the skin to distant areas of the body.
Patients across Fairfield County may be searching for answers as Advanced Dermatology, PC (formerly Skin Care Physicians of Fairfield County) closes its Norwalk and Stratford offices on March 31, 2026. If you are affected by this closure, it’s important to find a trusted dermatology provider to continue your care without interruption. Dermatology Physicians of Connecticut is welcoming new patients and providing comprehensive dermatologic care across the region.
If you are a patient of Advanced Dermatology, PC, their Stratford office is closing on March 31, 2026. Patients in the Stratford area can continue care at one of three nearby offices: Oxford, Hamden, or Shelton. Dermatology Physicians of Connecticut provides comprehensive dermatology services and is accepting new patients from Stratford and surrounding communities.
If you are a patient of Advanced Dermatology, PC (formerly Skin Care Physicians of Fairfield County), their Norwalk office is scheduled to close on March 31, 2026. This has left many patients searching for a dermatologist in Norwalk, CT to continue their care. Dermatology Physicians of Connecticut is here to provide a seamless transition.
Shingles often begins quietly—with a strange tingling sensation, mild discomfort, or pain that doesn’t seem to have a clear cause. Within days, it can develop into a painful, blistering rash that interferes with daily life. For some people, the pain doesn’t stop when the rash fades and can linger for months or longer.
We’re excited to share some great news — Dermatology Physicians of Connecticut is growing! Please join us in welcoming Michael Thibault, MHS, PA-C, the newest provider to our dermatology team.
Acne isn’t just a summer problem—many patients in Connecticut notice their breakouts flare during the colder winter months. The combination of dry outdoor air, heated indoor environments, and changes in skincare routines can all contribute to stubborn winter acne.
The American Academy of Dermatology Association applauds the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for proposing to add a new sunscreen ingredient, bemotrizinol (BEMT) as a permitted active ingredient for use in sunscreens. If approved, this new sunscreen ingredient will expand the sunscreen options available to the public and greatly benefit public health.
The American Academy of Dermatology Association applauds the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for proposing to add a new sunscreen ingredient, bemotrizinol (BEMT) as a permitted active ingredient for use in sunscreens. If approved, this new sunscreen ingredient will expand the sunscreen options available to the public and greatly benefit public health.
Why You Don’t Need a NYC Clinic for Expert, Fast, and Compassionate Acne Treatment
A recent New York Times feature on Dr. Amy Wechsler’s acne-focused clinic, Spotless, drew a lot of attention—and for good reason. It highlighted a model of acne care that is expert-driven, personalized, and quickly accessible.