Dr. Lucy Martin, MD

Dr. Lucy Martin, MD is a Dermatologist practicing at her clinic in Miami, 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 strategies. 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.

Dr. Lucy Martin, MD is a dermatologist in Miami, FL, affiliated with Coral Gables Hospital. She is Board Certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology and welcomes new patients to begin their proactive health journey. Dr. Martin is committed to a collaborative, evidence-based approach to medicine, creating a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health. She is currently accepting new patients and telehealth appointments. Please call (305) 444-3376 to schedule. Dr. Lucy Martin provides consultations primarily in English.

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

• Psoriasis: Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that can be effectively managed with early detection and treatment to prevent long-term complications like joint pain and severe skin damage.
• Erythema Multiforme: Understanding your risk factors for erythema multiforme, like infections or medications, helps in preventing future occurrences and protecting your skin health.
• Hypertrophic Scar: A hypertrophic scar is a raised, thick scar that forms after an injury, and understanding its development helps prevent further skin damage and promotes healing.
• Sunburn: Avoiding sunburn is a key step in preventing long-term skin damage, including wrinkles, age spots, and potentially even skin cancer.
• Lichen Planus: Although lichen planus typically isn't dangerous, it's important to seek medical advice if you suspect you have it. Early intervention with treatment can reduce the intensity and duration of its symptoms.
• Bullous Pemphigoid: Bullous pemphigoid is an autoimmune condition causing painful blisters, and regular check-ups and adherence to your treatment plan can help control symptoms, prevent secondary infections, and improve your skin's health.
• Lichen Simplex Chronicus: Preventing complications from lichen simplex chronicus involves recognizing the itch-scratch cycle and actively managing it to avoid skin thickening and infection.
• Skin Cancer: Regularly examining your skin for unusual moles, spots, or sores can help detect skin cancer in its early stages, when treatment is most effective.
• Parapsoriasis: Parapsoriasis is a group of skin conditions that can cause scaly patches, highlighting the importance of regular skin checks for early detection and preventing potential complications.
• Shingles: While shingles itself isn't directly related to skin cancer, promptly addressing it prevents secondary skin infections that can delay healing or add further complications.
• Varicose Eczema: Varicose eczema, a type of eczema worsened by varicose veins, highlights the importance of managing circulatory health to prevent skin 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.

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

• Acne Surgery: Acne surgery can help clear up severe acne blemishes and reduce scarring, improving your skin's appearance and long-term health.
• Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion: This procedure eliminates a benign skin lesion, preventing potential future complications and improving your skin's overall look.
• Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion: This procedure targets and eliminates cancerous skin lesions, lowering your risk of skin cancer progression.
• Excision of Benign Skin Lesion: This simple procedure removes a harmless skin growth, allowing for proper examination and preventing any future complications.
• Excision of Skin Cancer: Taking charge of your skin health, excision helps to completely remove suspicious skin lesions, allowing for early diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.
• 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: Invest in your long-term health with a melanoma screening; it's a simple procedure that can significantly reduce your risk of serious skin cancer.
• 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: Taking a shaving of an unusual skin lesion enables your dermatologist to analyze its cells, facilitating early diagnosis of potentially cancerous growths and minimizing the risk of advanced disease.
• Skin Cancer Surgery With Reconstruction: As part of your skin cancer management plan, skin cancer surgery with reconstruction offers a complete solution by removing cancerous cells and restoring skin integrity.
• Skin Tag Removal: Skin tag removal offers peace of mind by ensuring that suspicious skin growths are properly evaluated and addressed.
• Wart Freezing: Protect your skin's health by opting for wart freezing – a quick and easy treatment to remove these common viral growths.

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. Lucy Martin 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 proactively scheduling checkups and following a dermatologist's recommendations, a patient successfully managed their psoriasis, significantly reducing the risk of long-term complications and maintaining a healthy quality of life.
• By understanding potential triggers like infections and medications, a patient proactively managed their skin health, preventing future outbreaks of erythema multiforme and enjoying a clear complexion.

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. Lucy Martin:

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. Martin may recommend more frequent screenings for early detection.

What is the best way to prevent skin cancer?

Protecting your skin from sun damage is key to preventing skin cancer. Simple habits like daily sunscreen use, seeking shade during peak sun hours, wearing protective clothing, and avoiding tanning beds can significantly reduce your risk. These are straightforward steps for maintaining lifelong skin health.

What are the ABCDEs of melanoma?

Dr. Martin and her team encourage 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 to successful treatment, so please bring any changes to your skin to the attention of our office.

What are Botox® and dermal fillers used for?

Botox® is a neuromodulator that relaxes muscles to smooth out dynamic wrinkles. Dermal fillers, like Juvéderm® or Restylane®, add volume to restore youthful contours and fill in static lines. Both treatments can help enhance facial appearance.

What is Mohs surgery, and why is it used?

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

Can you treat warts?

Yes, warts are common skin infections caused by a virus. While some resolve on their own, Dr. Martin can treat persistent warts with effective in-office procedures like cryotherapy to prevent spreading or pain.

I have acne. Is it something I just have to live with?

Acne is a treatable medical condition, not something you have to live with. Dr. Martin can create a personalized treatment plan, which may include topical creams, oral medications, and procedural options, to prevent scarring and improve your skin and confidence.

2645 SW 37th Ave Ste 505
Miami FL 33133
Phone: (305) 444-3376

Dr. Lucy Martin, 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): 1689885691

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. Lucy Martin 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.