Welcome to Plantation Dermatology
Plantation Dermatology, formerly known as Altman Dermatology, offers the full spectrum of dermatologic services from medical to cosmetic. We are proud to offer the latest technology for our non-surgical and surgical procedures.
Meet Dr. Steven Barilla
Steven Barilla, M.D.
Steven Barilla, MD, the primary physician at Plantation Dermatology, is double board-certified in dermatology and as a Mohs surgeon. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. While in medical school, Dr. Barilla was awarded the Charles M. Howell Memorial Excellence in Dermatology Award. After medical school, Dr. Barilla completed his Internship at Northwell Health Plainview Hospital in Plainview, NY, and his Dermatology Residency at Northwell Health in New York.
Latest Blog Posts
How Sun Exposure Can Worsen Rosacea
April is Rosacea Awareness Month, making it a good time to discuss one of the most common triggers of flare-ups. Sun exposure can easily aggravate sensitive skin, leading to redness, burning, and visible blood vessels. At Plantation Dermatology in Plantation, FL, double board-certified dermatologist Dr. Steven Barilla helps patients manage rosacea with modern medical and cosmetic dermatology treatments designed to calm inflammation and protect […]
Why Acne Gets Worse in Florida’s Early Spring Humidity
Early spring in Plantation brings warmer temperatures, rising humidity, and more time outdoors. For many patients, it also brings frustrating acne flare-ups. At Plantation Dermatology in Plantation, Dr. Steven Barilla, a fellowship-trained, double board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon, often treats patients whose skin worsens as humidity rises. Florida’s humid climate directly affects oil production, sweat levels, and pore […]
How To Get Your Vitamin D Without Sun Damage or Skin Cancer
February is National Cancer Prevention Month, which makes it a good time to talk about vitamin D and sun safety. Many people know that vitamin D supports bone health and immune function, leading them to spend more time in the sun to soak up the vitamin. But that can increase the risk of sun damage and skin cancer. At Plantation […]
New Year, Fresh Face: Non-Surgical Lift with Botox® and Fillers
The new year is a perfect time to refresh your appearance and leave a tired look behind. If you’re noticing fine lines and facial volume loss, you don’t have to schedule surgery to get natural, youthful-looking results. At Plantation Dermatology, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Steven Barilla leads our expert team in helping patients achieve natural-looking facial rejuvenation using […]
Actinic Keratosis With Less Sun? Why It’s Still a UV Risk in Winter
You may think winter means a break from sun damage, but harmful UV rays don’t take a season off. Even on cooler, cloudy days in Plantation, FL, your skin is still vulnerable to UV exposure—and that can lead to precancerous changes like actinic keratosis. At Plantation Dermatology, Dr. Steven Barilla, a fellowship-trained, double board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon, […]
Still Sweating in November? All About Botox® for Hyperhidrosis
Even as holiday decorations start to appear and temperatures dip slightly here in Plantation, FL, some people continue to sweat excessively due to a condition called hyperhidrosis. If that’s your experience, you’re not alone — and there are effective treatments that go beyond antiperspirants. At Plantation Dermatology in Plantation, FL, Dr. Steven Barilla, a board-certified dermatologist, helps […]
