Dr. Tamara Lior, MD

Dr. Tamara Lior, MD is a Dermatologist practicing at her clinic in Plantation, FL, dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive dermatological care. She is a registered provider 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. Call (954) 473-6750 to schedule.

Dr. Tamara Lior, MD is a dermatologist in Plantation, FL, with over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. Dr. Lior earned her medical degree from Fairfield University / Graduate School of Education and Allied Professions in 1998 and is Board Certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology, and Board Certified in Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery by the American Board of Dermatology. With this wealth of clinical knowledge and compassionate care, she partners with patients and their families to achieve optimal skin health. She is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Hospital, where she embraces the Cleveland Clinic Florida's mission of providing best-in-class patient experiences and superior clinical outcomes. Dr. Lior provides consultations primarily in English.

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

• Shingles: Managing shingles effectively, including antiviral medication and pain relief, helps prevent complications like postherpetic neuralgia, a persistent nerve pain that can last for months or years.
• Hives: Hives, or urticaria, are itchy welts on your skin that can be a sign of an underlying allergy or infection, making early identification key for preventing discomfort and potential complications.
• Contact Dermatitis: Contact dermatitis is an allergic skin reaction that can be prevented by identifying and avoiding irritants or allergens, protecting your skin from harmful substances, and seeking early treatment to minimize long-term skin damage.
• Nail Infection: Regularly checking your nails for signs of infection, such as discoloration, pain, or swelling, allows for prompt treatment and prevents the spread of infection.
• Psoriasis: Managing psoriasis proactively through regular check-ups and prescribed treatments helps prevent flares, reduces the risk of secondary infections, and maintains overall well-being.
• Pityriasis Rosea: Managing the symptoms of pityriasis rosea, like itching, through recommended strategies from your doctor can improve your comfort and prevent secondary skin infections.
• Scabies: Early recognition of scabies symptoms, such as intense itching and a rash, is crucial for quick treatment and preventing long-term skin damage.
• Skin Cancer: Protecting your skin from sun damage and regularly checking for changes can significantly reduce your risk of skin cancer.
• Warts: Warts are common skin infections that can be prevented by practicing good hygiene and avoiding direct contact with infected individuals, early detection and treatment can prevent spreading and complications.
• Rash: Preventing skin problems starts with recognizing rashes – an unexpected skin change could be a sign of a more serious condition that needs professional attention to manage long-term skin health.
• Ringworm: Catching ringworm early is key to preventing its spread and potential scarring, making prompt treatment a vital part of your preventative skin health.
• Pemphigoid: Pemphigoid is a group of autoimmune skin diseases causing painful blisters, and early diagnosis with a dermatologist is key to managing symptoms and preventing severe complications.

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

• Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion: This is a simple way to address a benign skin growth, ensuring that it doesn't develop into something more problematic down the road.
• Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion: Early detection and removal of malignant skin lesions significantly improves the chances of successful skin cancer treatment.
• Excision of Benign Skin Lesion: Protecting your skin's health, excision of a benign lesion offers a quick and effective way to rule out any concerns and maintain healthy skin.
• Excision of Skin Cancer: Protecting yourself from the potential dangers of skin cancer, excision offers complete removal of cancerous tissues for better outcomes.
• 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: Take charge of your skin health: a melanoma screening is a proactive step to identify and address any potential skin cancer concerns.
• Mohs Surgery: To proactively address skin cancer concerns, Mohs surgery offers a highly effective technique for removing cancerous skin growths with minimal scarring.
• Mole Evaluation: Early detection saves lives: mole evaluations provide a crucial opportunity to find and treat skin cancers at their earliest, most treatable stages.
• 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 Grafts: To improve the look and function of severely damaged skin, a skin graft may be used to replace lost or injured tissue with healthy skin.
• Wart Freezing: Taking proactive steps like wart freezing helps eliminate unsightly warts and reduces the risk of secondary infections.

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. Tamara Lior 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 managing their risk factors, a patient significantly reduced the chance of developing shingles, gaining peace of mind and confidence in their health management.
• By understanding the triggers and implementing a proactive skin care routine, a patient significantly reduced the frequency and severity of hives, ensuring a more comfortable and confident daily life.

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. Tamara Lior:

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, detecting, 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. Dr. Lior may recommend more frequent screenings for patients with a personal or family history of skin cancer, or those with many moles, to promote early detection.

What is the best way to prevent skin cancer?

Protecting your skin from the sun is key to preventing skin cancer. Simple habits like daily use of broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+, seeking shade during peak sun hours, wearing protective clothing, and avoiding tanning beds can significantly reduce your risk. These are easy ways to maintain lifelong skin health.

How do you treat chronic conditions like psoriasis or eczema?

Dr. Lior's approach to chronic skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema is comprehensive, focusing on preventing flares and improving quality of life. Treatment options range from topical therapies like steroids and moisturizers to phototherapy and, for more severe cases, advanced biologic medications that target the underlying inflammation. We work closely with each patient to develop a personalized treatment plan.

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. Dr. Lior can effectively diagnose and treat common pediatric conditions like eczema, molluscum, and warts.

What are Botox® and dermal fillers used for?

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

What are the ABCDEs of melanoma?

Dr. Lior and her team encourage you to use the ABCDEs of melanoma as a self-monitoring tool. A for asymmetry, B for irregular borders, C for varied colors, D for a diameter larger than a pencil eraser, and E for evolving moles. Early detection is key, and these guidelines empower you to be a partner in your skin health.

Can you treat warts?

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

261 N University Dr Ste 720
Plantation FL 33324
Phone: (954) 473-6750

Dr. Tamara Lior, 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): 1376503946

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. Tamara Lior 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.