From psoriasis to suspected skin cancers, Municipality of Trent Hills residents with a variety of dermatological concerns can look to a clinic at their local hospital.
Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) in Campbellford is opening a new outpatient dermatology clinic. The clinic will be operated by Dr. Ashley O’Toole, a Royal College-trained dermatologist from Peterborough.
The launch of the clinic is an important enhancement of dermatological health care services for the community, Heather Campbell, vice-president of patient care and chief nursing executive for CMH, told kawarthaNOW.
“The introduction of our new dermatology clinic marks another milestone in our ongoing commitment to providing comprehensive health care services right here at (CMH),” Campbell said.
“This clinic further expands our array of services, offering our community access to specialized dermatological care for a variety of concerns, including suspected skin cancers, without the need to travel to larger facilities,” Campbell noted.
The new clinic’s doctor brings with her “a wealth of expertise and experience,” having received her medical degree from McMaster University in Hamilton and completing her residency in dermatology at the University of Ottawa.
An adjunct professor at Queen’s University in Kingston, O’Toole is also a co-author of more than 25 peer-reviewed publications and has been involved as a sub-investigator for more than 90 clinical trials on conditions such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, alopecia, acne, itch, glabellar lines, and vitiligo.
The clinic, scheduled to run on the first Friday of every month, will serve patients with a wide array of dermatological concerns including acne and rosacea management, rashes such as psoriasis and eczema, and suspected skin cancers.
“Dr. O’Toole is committed to delivering comprehensive and compassionate care to all patients referred to the clinic, ensuring that each individual receives the highest standard of treatment,” CMH noted.
The hospital encourages residents who need dermatological care to reach out to their health care provider about accessing the clinic. Referrals are already being accepted.
