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
Can Laser Treatments Clear Melasma Without Bleaching Creams?
Melasma causes brown or grayish patches in highly visible parts of the face, often creating a masklike appearance. Many people assume that the go-to solution is bleaching creams, also called depigmentation products. Although they’re one treatment for melasma, they’re not your only option. At Plantation Dermatology, renowned double board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon Dr. Steven Barilla offers comprehensive […]
Acne Scar Treatments: From Fillers to Lasers, What Works
If you feel frustrated by acne scars, you’re not alone: Nearly half of people with acne struggle with them. At Plantation Dermatology, we offer medical and cosmetic dermatology services to help you love your skin again. Using advanced, minimally invasive treatments, Dr. Steven Barilla, a fellowship-trained, double board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon, delivers personalized care to patients across Plantation, […]
Melanoma Awareness Month: How to Lower Your Risks
About 20% of Americans develop skin cancer at some point in their lives, but many don’t know how to protect themselves. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, the ideal time to talk about melanoma and how you can lower your risks. At Plantation Dermatology in Plantation, FL, double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon Dr. Steven Barilla provides expert, patient-focused care. From regular […]
How to Boost Your Hair Transplant Results
A hair transplant is a major step in reclaiming a thicker, healthier head of hair. But it’s not the only thing you need to do. You can get the best possible outcome with a customized pre- and post-procedure plan. At Plantation Dermatology in Plantation, FL, we provide expert hair restoration geared toward optimal results. Fellowship-trained and double board-certified […]
Women and Skin Cancer: Why Your Risks are Higher Before Age 50
Many women assume skin cancer is something to worry about later in life, but the reality is quite different. Before age 50, women are at a higher risk of developing melanoma — the most serious type of skin cancer — than men of the same age. Today’s blog explores why this happens. At Plantation Dermatology in Plantation, FL, […]
Do Collagen Supplements Actually Help Your Skin?
Collagen is the building block of your skin and plays a huge role in skin firmness, tightness, and youthfulness. Unfortunately, collagen levels wane throughout adulthood, starting as early as your 20s. You might have heard that collagen supplements can help restore youthful skin — but are they really effective? Do they actually work? At Plantation Dermatology in Plantation, FL, […]
