Dr. Erica Smithberger, MD

Dr. Erica Smithberger, MD is a dermatologist dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive dermatological care. As a partner in preventive health featured on weprevent.org, she practices at her clinic in Plant City, FL, and is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine, practicing under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). 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; please call (813) 752-0757 to schedule.

Dr. Erica Smithberger, MD is a dermatologist in Plant City, FL. She has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision, and is accepting new patients. Dr. Smithberger completed rigorous medical training from recognized institutions, culminating in an internship at Tampa General Hospital (graduated 2006). She is Board Certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology, and Board Certified in Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery by the American Board of Dermatology. Her approach to care is rooted in collaborative, evidence-based medicine, creating a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health. Dr. Smithberger offers consultations in Spanish.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Erica Smithberger 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. Erica Smithberger 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. Erica Smithberger 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:

• Vitiligo: Vitiligo is a long-term condition where patches of skin lose their pigment, making them appear lighter than the surrounding skin, and proactive skin protection can help manage sun sensitivity in affected areas.
• Nonbullous Impetigo: Nonbullous impetigo is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection, and early treatment prevents its spread and reduces the risk of complications like scarring.
• Hair Loss: Hair loss can be a sign of various conditions, making early identification and medical intervention important for managing its progression and potential long-term consequences.
• Onychomycosis: Proper hygiene and prompt treatment of onychomycosis reduce the risk of transmission to other nails and individuals, contributing to overall preventive health.
• Herpes Simplex Infection: Herpes simplex infection, often causing cold sores or genital herpes, can be managed with antiviral medications to reduce outbreaks and prevent complications like eye infections or spread to others.
• Acanthosis Nigricans: Managing acanthosis nigricans effectively involves addressing any underlying health problems, such as insulin resistance, as this skin condition itself doesn't resolve without treating the root cause.
• Folliculitis: Preventing folliculitis involves practicing good hygiene and avoiding skin irritation to maintain healthy hair follicles and prevent complications.
• Varicose Eczema: Varicose eczema, a type of eczema worsened by varicose veins, highlights the importance of managing circulatory health to prevent skin complications.
• Acne: Early intervention for acne can significantly reduce inflammation, preventing potential complications and improving your skin's overall appearance.
• 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.
• Actinic Keratosis: Regular self-skin exams and professional skin screenings are essential for the early detection of actinic keratosis, enabling timely intervention and minimizing the risk of skin cancer.
• Intertrigo: Intertrigo is a skin rash that develops in warm, moist areas of the body, like folds of skin, and preventing it involves keeping these areas clean and dry to avoid infection and discomfort.

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. Erica Smithberger offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Dermabrasion: Take a proactive step towards healthier skin: dermabrasion can help smooth out uneven skin texture, reducing the appearance of blemishes and improving your complexion.
• Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion: By removing a non-cancerous skin lesion, you're taking a step towards preventing any issues that might arise from its presence.
• Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion: This treatment effectively removes cancerous skin lesions, contributing to a healthier and safer future for you.
• Excision of Benign Skin Lesion: As part of your proactive skin care routine, removing a benign lesion gives you confidence and helps maintain long-term skin 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.
• Excision of Skin Lesion: Protecting your skin health, an excision of a skin lesion is a procedure to remove a potentially cancerous or precancerous growth, allowing for early diagnosis and treatment.
• Melanoma Screening: Early detection is key in fighting melanoma. Melanoma screenings provide peace of mind and facilitate early intervention if needed.
• Mohs Surgery: For the best chance of successful skin cancer treatment, Mohs surgery provides a meticulous approach to remove cancerous tissue while preserving as much healthy skin as possible.
• Mole Evaluation: A mole evaluation is a preventative measure that enables early diagnosis of skin cancer, improving your chances of a positive outcome.
• Shaving of Skin Lesion: As part of proactive skin cancer prevention, your doctor might remove a small sample from a concerning lesion to analyze its structure, improving your chances of a positive outcome.
• Skin Grafts: Skin grafts are used to repair extensive skin damage from burns, injuries, or surgery, helping restore skin function and appearance.
• Wart Freezing: Wart freezing, or cryotherapy, is a simple procedure that can effectively remove warts and prevent their spread.

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. Erica Smithberger 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:

• A patient with vitiligo found peace of mind by implementing a proactive skin protection plan, reducing sun sensitivity in affected areas and preventing further pigment loss.
• A family proactively addressed potential nonbullous impetigo concerns, reducing the risk of infection and ensuring a healthier, happier outcome for everyone. Early intervention, guided by expert advice, helped them prevent the spread and potential complications of the contagious skin condition.

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. Erica Smithberger:

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 treating 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. However, for patients with a personal or family history of skin cancer, or with many moles, Dr. Smithberger 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. Daily use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ and seeking shade during peak sun hours, along with protective clothing, will help prevent skin cancer. Avoiding tanning beds is also crucial for lifelong skin health.

What are the ABCDEs of melanoma?

Dr. Smithberger's practice encourages you to be an active participant in your skin health. The ABCDEs—Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color variation, Diameter larger than a pencil eraser, and Evolving or changing—are a helpful tool for self-monitoring moles. Early detection is key, and by knowing these features, you can work with your dermatologist to identify any potentially concerning skin changes.

What are Botox® and dermal fillers used for?

Botox® is a neuromodulator that relaxes muscles to smooth out dynamic wrinkles, like frown lines. Dermal fillers, such as Juvéderm® or Restylane®, add volume to restore youthful contours and fill in static lines.

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

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

What is a skin biopsy?

A skin biopsy is a simple, quick in-office procedure used to diagnose skin lesions. Dr. Smithberger will numb the area and remove a small sample of skin, which is then sent to a lab for examination under a microscope to provide a definitive diagnosis.

What is Mohs surgery, and why is it used?

Mohs surgery is a highly precise surgical technique used to remove certain types of skin cancer, often on the face and neck. It's key advantage is that it removes all cancerous cells while preserving healthy tissue, resulting in the highest cure rate and smallest possible scar.

2010 Thonotosassa Rd
Plant City FL 33563
Phone: (813) 752-0757

Dr. Erica Smithberger, 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): 1184889529

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. Erica Smithberger 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.