Miami Dermatologist Justin Platzer, M.D. Publishes Online Health Information about Pre-Cancerous Skin Cells, Actinic Keratoses and other Skin Conditions

Miami dermatologist Justin Platzer, M.D. has published information about actinic keratoses to his own website. Actinic keratoses are considered precancerous because they have the potential to become a type of skin cancer called squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). Fortunately, actinic keratoses are treatable when detected in the early stages. 

Dr. Platzer reviews treatment options, including  cryosurgery, laser and photodynamic therapy as well as prescription medications, such as imiquimod.  

Zyclara is an effective topical treatment for actinic keratoses available by prescription only. If a skin exam reveals actinic keratoses the dermatologist may prescribe Zyclara.  Zyclara works from within by activating your body's own immune system to treat disease. Zyclara not only helps clear visible actinic keratoses, but also treats undeveloped actinic keratoses that are not yet visible. These previously unseen actinic keratoses may appear during treatment and may clear before they have a chance to develop further.

Dr. Platzer joins other Miami dermatologists that use the Vivacare patient education service to help patients and the public in the greater Miami area learn about their health and treatment options. 

Justin Platzer, M.D. performed his undergraduate training at Tulane University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree, earning Phi Beta Kappa and Cum Laude honors. Following undergraduate training, Justin Platzer, M.D. attended Tulane Medical School where he graduated with a Medical Degree and was elected into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He subsequently performed his internship and graduated from the Tulane University Dermatology program. Also, as a resident of the University of Texas at Houston dermatology program, Justin Platzer, M.D. trained at one of the top cancer centers in the world, MD Anderson  options.