We feel priviledged to provide perfect care for both common and rare skin diseases. Our physicians are all board certified by the American Academy of Dermatology. Our dermatologists maintain their education through regular attendance of accredited continuing medical education seminars and programs. Fortunately, the earth's ozone layer blocks out the shortest wavelength of ultraviolet light, UVC.
Follow us
Services
We specialize in medical, surgical and aesthetic dermatology, including a wide range of laser treatments. We are committed to providing outstanding and comprehensive skin care for all ages. We are pleased to offer our patients the only Narrow Band UV-B Phototherapy available in the Wilmington area. All of our dermatologists are Medical Doctors and are board certified and Fellows of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Please call our office to schedule an appointment; 910-763-1555. When scheduling an appointment, our staff will do their best to accommodate your schedule. Please understand however, there is a shortage of dermatologists, and many patients need to be seen. It is standard of care that a patient be seen once/year in order to continue getting medication refills.
This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully. This Notice of Privacy Practices (Notice) describes how we may use within our practice or network and disclose (share outside of our practice or network) your PHI to carry out treatment, payment or health care operations.
At Dermatology Associates, we specialize in diagnosis and treatment of common and rare skin diseases. Our physicians are all board certified by the American Academy of Dermatology and actively pursue continuing medical education to ensure they are abreast of findings and advances in the field. We understand how uncomfortable and even frightening a skin condition can be and we are committed to going above and beyond to ensure our patients' well being and ease their minds.Prevalence & Cause: 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.
At Dermatology Associates, we offer many options to improve those little skin annoyances and restore your skin to its most beautiful. Our cosmetic skin care services include laser treatment with the most advanced IPL, V-Beam Perfecta, GentleLase and Gentle YAG lasers as well as chemical peels, sclerotherapy, Botox, Juvederm, Radiesse, and other proven cosmetic treatments.
Reviews (10)
Lauren Jolley
May 15, 2022
Staff was incredibly kind but the dermatologist was sooooo unhelpful. I have a number of skin concerns on my face and expected to become educated on what was taking place and how I could properly treat my areas of concern. She gave me five minutes, tops, and sent me off with a prescription to solve the problem with ZERO education as to what was happening with my skin/ other treatment options!
I waited months for this appointment! She used nothing but scientific terms to tell me what was taking place, even when I asked clarifying questions to try and better understand. she could not be bothered to help me or answer any questions about my son's eczema. He was in the office with me and I mentioned he had a pretty severe case of eczema with one particular rash looking near raw and she ignored that comment. WHAT? This is why we come to you? So unimpressed. So unhelpful.
I waited months for this appointment! She used nothing but scientific terms to tell me what was taking place, even when I asked clarifying questions to try and better understand. she could not be bothered to help me or answer any questions about my son's eczema. He was in the office with me and I mentioned he had a pretty severe case of eczema with one particular rash looking near raw and she ignored that comment. WHAT? This is why we come to you? So unimpressed. So unhelpful.
Katie Jones
Apr 21, 2022
Patricia Potter
Jul 25, 2021
Kevin Gannon
Nov 08, 2020
All that I can say is that Dr. Kimberly Edwards is one of the nicest Doctors I have ever been to. I get nervous going to the "skin Dr." as I had a bad experience with our Dr. back in New Jersey. We recently moved here to North Carolina and my better half made my appointment at Dermatology Associates. Dr. Edwards and her people made my immediately feel comfortable and relaxed.
When they asked me questions and had a personal conversation I felt like they really cared! My checkup was thorough and everything was explained to me in a gentle, respectful, professional personal way. I am so grateful that I have someone I trust and like a lot for this part of my health care. I am a retired former business owner and I really felt that I had to write this for anyone who may feel the way I did. When I go back to see Dr. Edwards I will certainly be more relaxed as there were no surprises, and again everything was explained so calmly. A true professional! Thank you!
When they asked me questions and had a personal conversation I felt like they really cared! My checkup was thorough and everything was explained to me in a gentle, respectful, professional personal way. I am so grateful that I have someone I trust and like a lot for this part of my health care. I am a retired former business owner and I really felt that I had to write this for anyone who may feel the way I did. When I go back to see Dr. Edwards I will certainly be more relaxed as there were no surprises, and again everything was explained so calmly. A true professional! Thank you!
ZeroHoots Given
Jun 19, 2018
What an amazing Dermatologist office! They are quite the team of professionals. Give them a call you will speak with perhaps one of the sweetest, friendliest, most delightful and personable receptionists I've spoken to at ANY office. She really knows how to provide top notch customer service. Thanks Sandy!
Meredith
Jun 12, 2018
Love this dermatology office! (I left my last dermatologist due to the length of time I wasted in the waiting room ~ every time! The last time was the last straw, when I was left naked, with my paper blanket, in the exam room, for 2 hours before I saw the doctor for all of 5 minutes)! At Derm Assoc., both Dr. Hardy and Dr. Escaravage takes the time to talk & ask questions. The best part ~ I just left with hot coffee, which I fixed in the waiting room when I arrived! They are always quick to get you in & out, efficient and very helpful.
Patricia Sewell
Jan 05, 2018
I had been a very long time patient of Dr. Donahue. Over the last couple of years I have been seeing Dr. Hardy. I have always been happy enough with her; however, after my last visit to this office I am looking for a new dermatologist to take care of my needs at her suggestion. I had a 10:30 appointment. I had some errands I needed to run that morning on that part of town so when I got finished, I went to the office early (10:00) knowing I would have to wait a bit.
To my surprise I was taken back at 10:15. I thought they must be running ahead of schedule. At 10:30 I heard Dr. Hardy take a patient in the room next to mine (where I had been sitting with only a coverup for 15 minutes), but I thought oh well she must have had the appointment before mine. Next thing I know that patient left, another went in, and then Dr Hardy took her ahead of me even though by now I have been sitting there with only a coverup on for 30 minutes.
So I peeked out the door and asked the girl that brought me to the room if Dr Hardy realized that I was in the room waiting. I heard her tell Dr. Hardy that I had asked if they realized I was still waiting to be seen. So here is the kicker.instead of apologizing for running late (by now it was right at 11:00) Dr. Hardy walked into the room and says.
You do know your appointment was for 10:30 don't you? You were here at 10:00 o'clock. Then she proceeds to tell me that if I want an office that runs very efficiently that I should find another office! But she continued to say that I would not get a better check up than she would give me. I have thought long and hard about posting a review about this office, but this happened several months ago and I am still shocked at the attitude and unprofessionalism by Dr. Hardy.
Everyone I had spoken to about this also thought she was very unprofessional. So in closing, although I have been a very longtime patient at this office I will be taking Dr. Hardy's advice and will be finding another dermatologist that I am certain will give me and excellent examination without the attitude.--there are plenty to choose from. The only reason I gave the office two stars is because of the office help.
To my surprise I was taken back at 10:15. I thought they must be running ahead of schedule. At 10:30 I heard Dr. Hardy take a patient in the room next to mine (where I had been sitting with only a coverup for 15 minutes), but I thought oh well she must have had the appointment before mine. Next thing I know that patient left, another went in, and then Dr Hardy took her ahead of me even though by now I have been sitting there with only a coverup on for 30 minutes.
So I peeked out the door and asked the girl that brought me to the room if Dr Hardy realized that I was in the room waiting. I heard her tell Dr. Hardy that I had asked if they realized I was still waiting to be seen. So here is the kicker.instead of apologizing for running late (by now it was right at 11:00) Dr. Hardy walked into the room and says.
You do know your appointment was for 10:30 don't you? You were here at 10:00 o'clock. Then she proceeds to tell me that if I want an office that runs very efficiently that I should find another office! But she continued to say that I would not get a better check up than she would give me. I have thought long and hard about posting a review about this office, but this happened several months ago and I am still shocked at the attitude and unprofessionalism by Dr. Hardy.
Everyone I had spoken to about this also thought she was very unprofessional. So in closing, although I have been a very longtime patient at this office I will be taking Dr. Hardy's advice and will be finding another dermatologist that I am certain will give me and excellent examination without the attitude.--there are plenty to choose from. The only reason I gave the office two stars is because of the office help.
Abby
Dec 31, 2017
If you are only wanting a dermatologist to take 2 seconds, look at your face, and prescribe you expensive creams without addressing the root problem, this is your place! For being so highly educated, I read more more about my skin condition than they told me in 2 visits combined and I am a college student. They are obviously in a rush, and the appointments take about 10 minutes. Again, really great if you don't really want a holistic and thorough approach to your skin and how to make it better. The woman I encountered at the check-out counter had an attitude both visits, for no reason. I actually would give this 0 stars if I could.
Brandy Thompson
Nov 09, 2017
I'm just really disappointed with this office. I have mild alopecia and eczema. Dr. Marie Hardy didn't listen to any of my concerns, or really run any test, lab work or biopsy to see what the problem was and just assumes the hair loss and eczema was pcos related. I have to travel all the way from Fayetteville NC to Wilmington NC, only for the doctor to look over me and prescribed me skin cream that I can get from the VA!
And then travel back from Wilmington to Fayetteville. Again, she is not treating the alopecia which is what the referral was originally for! I also arrived early to my appointments but am usually seen last! I have to leave Fayetteville, NC at 8-9am for an 11:00am appointment. Why schedule me an appt at 11:00am and then not see me until 12:45-1pm?! This is one of the vendors contracted under the Dept of VA. This is how they are treating their veterans! If I could give them no stars I would!
And then travel back from Wilmington to Fayetteville. Again, she is not treating the alopecia which is what the referral was originally for! I also arrived early to my appointments but am usually seen last! I have to leave Fayetteville, NC at 8-9am for an 11:00am appointment. Why schedule me an appt at 11:00am and then not see me until 12:45-1pm?! This is one of the vendors contracted under the Dept of VA. This is how they are treating their veterans! If I could give them no stars I would!
Elizabeth Thomason
May 18, 2013
I have had acne problems my whole life and they are now under control thanks to Dr. Holly Shaffer! This office on the whole is great, clean and very courteous staff. My skin was doing so well that I went a few years without seeing Dr. Shaffer, but when I recently went in inflamed she knew exactly what I needed to fix it and my skin started improving the next day with what she prescribed me. I would highly recommended this office, because they are the best derm I have ever seen.
