Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher, MD

Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher, MD is a Dermatology specialist at Precision Dermatology and Skin Surgery in Orange Park, FL, dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive dermatological care. Registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practicing under Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice), she is deeply committed to preventive health. Your dermatologist is your primary partner in lifelong skin health, creating personalized prevention plans, coordinating vital screenings for early skin cancer detection, managing skin, hair, and nail conditions, and ensuring your overall wellness for years to come. She serves all ages and is currently welcoming new patients to begin their proactive health journey. Call (904) 923-6647 to schedule.

With over 35 years of dedicated experience in dermatological care, Dr. Jenkins-Pilcher brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and compassionate care to her patients and their families. She earned her medical degree from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1986, followed by an internship at the University of Alabama, Birmingham. Her dermatology residency and fellowship were completed at Emory University School of Medicine, further specializing her expertise. Dr. Jenkins-Pilcher is board-certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology and in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She has 20 years of experience in treatment of skin disorders and skin cancers. She prioritizes personalized expert care and treats all patients with the same care and consideration as family members. Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher provides consultations primarily in English.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Rash: A rash, appearing as a change in your skin's texture or color, can sometimes signal an underlying health issue, so early identification and treatment are key to preventing complications.
• Itchy Skin: Don't ignore itchy skin – it could indicate a problem like eczema or psoriasis, making early detection and treatment crucial for preventing chronic discomfort and skin damage.
• Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin: By practicing sun safety and scheduling regular skin checks, you can significantly reduce your risk of developing squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) or ensure prompt treatment if it arises, thereby minimizing its impact on your long-term health.
• Shingles: Protecting yourself from shingles starts with understanding your risk factors and getting the recommended vaccine, especially if you're over 50.
• Seborrheic Keratosis: Seborrheic keratoses are common, benign skin growths that usually don't require treatment, but regular skin checks help ensure they don't get confused with more serious conditions.
• Folliculitis: Preventing folliculitis involves practicing good hygiene and avoiding skin irritation to maintain healthy hair follicles and prevent complications.
• Contact Dermatitis: By learning about the substances that cause your contact dermatitis and actively avoiding them, you can prevent flare-ups and improve your overall skin health.
• Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema): Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a chronic skin condition that can be managed effectively with early intervention, preventing long-term complications like skin infections and scarring.
• Lichen Planus: Lichen planus is a chronic skin condition that can cause itchy rashes and lesions, but early detection and proper management can help prevent long-term complications and improve your skin's health.
• Eczema and Contact Dermatitis: Managing eczema and contact dermatitis through careful skincare and avoidance of irritants helps prevent skin damage and secondary infections.
• Keloid Scar: Understanding your risk factors for keloid scars, such as genetics and skin type, can help you prevent them or manage them effectively after a wound.
• Acne: Regular skin checks and consistent treatment for acne minimize the risk of severe inflammation and promote long-term skin health.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Shaving of Skin Lesion: For accurate diagnosis and management of skin conditions, your dermatologist may take a small shaving of the affected area to determine its nature and guide the appropriate treatment plan.
• Skin Biopsy: Taking a proactive step towards skin health, a skin biopsy helps identify suspicious moles or skin lesions, allowing for early detection and treatment of skin cancer.
• Mole Evaluation: Early detection saves lives: mole evaluations provide a crucial opportunity to find and treat skin cancers at their earliest, most treatable stages.
• Wart Removal: Removing a wart is a simple procedure that can prevent discomfort and potential complications from rubbing or irritation.
• Excision of Benign Skin Lesion: This simple procedure removes a harmless skin growth, allowing for proper examination and preventing any future complications.
• Mohs Surgery: Protecting your long-term skin health, Mohs surgery is a specialized procedure designed to precisely remove cancerous lesions, improving your chances of a positive outcome.
• Skin Surgery: As a preventative measure, skin surgery helps eliminate abnormal skin growths that could potentially become cancerous.
• Mole Removal: Taking charge of your skin health, mole removal allows for the early detection of melanoma and other skin cancers through the examination and removal of suspicious moles.
• Skin Cancer Removal: Skin cancer removal is a procedure to eliminate cancerous or precancerous growths, helping prevent their spread and improving your long-term health.
• Excision of Skin Cancer: As part of your proactive cancer prevention plan, skin cancer excision ensures the complete removal of cancerous cells to reduce recurrence risks.
• Melanoma Screening: Early detection is key in fighting melanoma. Melanoma screenings provide peace of mind and facilitate early intervention if needed.
• Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion: This procedure targets and eliminates cancerous skin lesions, lowering your risk of skin cancer progression.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Dermatologies in Florida.

Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher is dedicated to partnering with Caregivers to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Patient's life:

• By recognizing the early signs of a rash and following a dermatologist's guidance, a patient successfully avoided potential complications, fostering a sense of well-being and confidence in their skin health.
• By promptly addressing their itchy skin with a dermatologist's guidance, a patient avoided the development of chronic skin conditions, ensuring long-term comfort and preventing potential future complications.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Dermatological care with Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher:

What is a Dermatologist?

A dermatologist is a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail conditions. They play a vital role in preventing and detecting skin cancer and managing a wide range of skin diseases.

How often should I get a full-body skin exam?

For average-risk individuals, an annual skin exam is recommended as a vital preventive measure. For patients with a personal or family history of skin cancer, or with many moles, Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher may recommend more frequent screenings for early detection.

What is the best way to prevent skin cancer?

Protecting your skin from the sun is key. Simple habits like daily broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30+), seeking shade during peak sun hours, and wearing protective clothing can significantly reduce your risk of skin cancer. Avoiding tanning beds also helps maintain lifelong skin health.

What kind of laser treatments do you offer?

Dr. Jenkins-Pilcher utilizes various laser technologies for a range of skin concerns. These lasers can be used for preventative measures like reducing sun damage and restorative treatments such as removing unwanted hair, minimizing acne scars, and improving redness. Different lasers are tailored to address specific skin issues.

What is Mohs surgery, and why is it used?

Mohs surgery is a highly precise surgical technique used to remove certain skin cancers, often on the face and neck. Its key advantage is that it removes all cancerous cells while preserving healthy tissue, leading to the highest cure rate and smallest possible scar.

What is a skin biopsy?

A skin biopsy is a simple, quick in-office procedure. Dr. Jenkins-Pilcher will numb the area and remove a small skin sample. This sample is sent to a lab for microscopic examination to provide a definitive diagnosis.

My child has a rash. When should we see a dermatologist?

While many childhood rashes are minor, if the rash is persistent, spreading, painful, itchy, or accompanied by a fever, it's important to see a dermatologist. Conditions like eczema, molluscum, and warts are common pediatric issues dermatologists effectively diagnose and treat.

What is an actinic keratosis (AK)?

Actinic keratosis (AK) is a pre-cancerous skin growth often caused by sun exposure. They frequently appear as rough, sandpaper-like patches. Treating AKs prevents a small percentage from potentially developing into squamous cell carcinoma.

Precision Dermatology and Skin Surgery
1209 Park Ave
Orange Park FL 32073
Phone: (904) 923-6647

Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher, MD is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1891733341

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Dermatologies like Dr. Dreama Jenkins-Pilcher are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your dermatology about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.