Hugh H.
Nov 14, 2022
I had a sharp pain and a small swollen area on my left forearm just under my skin near the elbow. I had been to Providence Medical Center, and after several months of waiting, they dismissed my complaints without close examination, because (they said) an X-Ray was negative. On November 8 I went to Redwood Dermatology for this problem. I had hoped to see Dr. Dale Westrom whom I highly respect and have been seeing for years for skin problems. He was on vacation, so I saw Christen Thompson, DCNP. She was very kind and attentive, and immediately closely examined the area. She found and removed a small splinter which she said could cause a cyst around it. We weren't sure if the problem was solved, but she encouraged me to return at any time. As of this writing, November 14, the spot is still somewhat painful, but I am confident that if I need to return to Redwood Dermatology I will be treated compassionately and receive first-rate care. I heartily recommend anyone with dermatology issues to go to Redwood Dermatology. Over the years, they have removed or frozen several skin cancers and growths, and I would not consider going anywhere else. Dr. Wenstrom's walk-in clinic is particularly wonderful, as he is an excellent diagnostician, and can quickly treat most common skin conditions on the spot.
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