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Multicultural Dermatology

Certain skin and hair conditions are more common in people with darker skin tones. These conditions can be more challenging to treat. We offer specialized, culturally sensitive dermatology services for distinct skin tones and hair textures.
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Culturally sensitive care for darker skin tones

Darker skin tones can be more prone to scars (keloids), skin discoloration, moles, hair loss, and other concerns. Some treatments can make the problem worse. We have dermatologists (skin doctors) who specialize in providing culturally sensitive care for skin, hair, and nail conditions that occur more often in darker skin. We listen to your concerns and customize a safe, effective treatment plan you can trust.
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Care tailored to your unique skin needs

Our specialized dermatologists create personalized care plans for people of all ethnic backgrounds, skin types, and hair textures. We help you look and feel your best.
Specialized care for certain ethnicities, skin tones, and skin types

Skin cells called melanocytes make melanin, a pigment that determines how light or dark your skin is (skin tone). People in the same ethnic groups often have similar skin tones. However, whether your skin is oily, dry, normal, or sensitive (skin type) varies from person to person.

We offer culturally sensitive care for people who are:

  • African American
  • Asian
  • Black
  • Hispanic
  • Indian
  • Latinx
  • Middle Eastern
  • Mixed ethnicities
  • Native American
What is culturally sensitive dermatology care?

Certain skin and hair conditions are more common in people with darker skin. For instance, darker skin tends to show more discoloration (pigmentary disorders). It’s also more prone to raised scars like keloids. You receive care from dermatologists who understand these conditions and are knowledgeable in cultural hair and skin care practices.

Darker skin tones can be more prone to:

  • Excessive sweating disorders
  • Flesh moles and razor bumps
  • Inflamed hair follicles (acne keloidalis nuchae)
  • Raised (hypertrophic) scars and keloids
  • Uneven skin tone (pigmentary disorders)
Laser and cosmetic procedures for darker skin tones
Laser and cosmetic dermatology procedures can enhance your physical appearance. But certain treatments can damage darker skin. We have dermatologists who specialize in treating darker skin tones. They choose the safest, most effective therapies for your unique skin tone.
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Care for distinct skin tones and hair textures

Our dermatologists offer comprehensive, safe treatments for skin, hair, and nail disorders that more commonly affect people of certain ethnic backgrounds with darker skin tones.
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Multicultural dermatology research

Our experts are active in research to develop new therapies for conditions common in darker skin tones, especially those that are more difficult to treat. Our researchers have a specialized focus on understanding the biology to pigmentary disorders that darken or lighten the skin.
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As one of the region’s largest providers of dermatology services, you have access to a range of specialized programs and services not widely found elsewhere.

  • Dermatology

    Our dermatologists care for a wide range of hair, skin, and nail concerns, from acne to nail infections, hair loss, and skin cancer. Schedule an appointment.

  • General Dermatology

    We offer the region’s most extensive range of general dermatology services for all types of skin, hair, and nail conditions. See how we can help you.

  • Dermatology

    Our dermatologists care for a wide range of hair, skin, and nail concerns, from acne to nail infections, hair loss, and skin cancer. Schedule an appointment.

  • General Dermatology

    We offer the region’s most extensive range of general dermatology services for all types of skin, hair, and nail conditions. See how we can help you.

  • Advanced Acne Therapeutics

    Our Mass General Brigham experts at Advanced Acne Therapeutics provide specialized care for patients with acne.

  • Atopic Dermatitis Services

    We offer comprehensive atopic dermatitis services, including medications and phototherapy, for patients of all ages. See how we treat this skin disease.

  • Hair Loss Service

    The Hair Loss Service provides evaluation and ongoing medical management for rare and common forms of hair loss and hair disorders.

  • Contact Dermatitis and Occupational Dermatology

    Contact Dermatitis and Occupational Dermatology is a referral-based specialty service with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and treating allergic reactions of the skin.

  • Pediatric Dermatology

    The Pediatric Dermatology Program at Mass General Brigham for Children provides care for children and adolescents with the full range of acquired and congenital disorders of the skin.

  • Infectious Skin Diseases Service

    The Infectious Skin Diseases Service offers treatment for patients with complicated primary cutaneous infections or systemic infections with cutaneous manifestations.

  • Autoimmune Skin Disease Program

    Patients with autoimmune skin diseases receive comprehensive care from dermatology and immune system experts. See how our care makes a difference.

  • Skin Cancer Treatments and Mohs Surgery

    We’re a regional leader in Mohs surgery and other skin cancer treatments for squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma. See how we can help you.

  • Melanoma Risk and Prevention

    We offer comprehensive services for early melanoma detection in people with high risk factors. We also treat early-stage melanoma. Learn how we can help you.

  • LGBTQ+ Dermatology Program

    Our experts offer specialized care focused on addressing unique dermatological needs in the LGBTQ+ community with sensitivity and expertise.

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Contact Multicultural Dermatology

Call us to speak with a team member who can help you understand your options and guide you to the care that is right for you. With locations throughout New England and support for patients traveling from outside the United States, we make it easier to access coordinated, expert care.
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Brigham and Women’s Hospital
617-525-9496

Massachusetts General Hospital
617-726-2914

Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital
617-983-7324

Martha’s Vineyard Hospital
508-693-8183

Nantucket Cottage Hospital
508-825-1000

International
International Patient Services
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