From skin health to rejuvenation, the experts at Associates in Dermatology provide personalized, advanced care tailored to your individual needs.

With wedding season upon us once again and the holidays right around the corner, many people are eagerly looking forward to gathering with loved ones to celebrate in style. But spending time outside all summer soaking up the abundant Florida sunshine can take a real toll on your skin. As the fall and winter months arrive, you may want to visit with a skin care specialist who is able to not only check for suspicious skin lesions, but can also help give you what you really want this season—a youthful, healthy and vibrant look.

For the simple fact that the skin is the largest organ in the body, it’s critical that the proper steps are taken to protect it, or one puts themselves at risk for potentially dangerous outcomes. After all, one blistering sunburn more than doubles your chance of developing melanoma later in life. Skin damage accumulates with time, so proper skin care, such as the daily use of sunscreen, is of the utmost importance. And with thousands of new residents moving to Central Florida each week and adapting to the year-round warm weather, it’s crucial to identify a dermatologist who can help them stay on top of their health.

Thankfully, Central Florida is blessed with a dermatology practice committed to offering experienced providers, cutting-edge treatment and the latest technologies. Associates in Dermatology is dedicated to providing the highest standard of dermatologic care to patients of all ages, with an unwavering commitment to excellence and compassionate, personalized care. The practice’s patient-centered philosophy means providers take the time to understand each individual’s concerns, goals and needs before developing a customized treatment plan. Dr. Steppie is a board-certified physician who has completed residencies in internal medicine, dermatology and dermatologic surgery and is also a highly qualified MOHS micrographic skin cancer surgeon. He is also a member of the National Psoriasis Foundation and the American Contact Dermatitis Society.

That commitment to excellence extends throughout the Associates in Dermatology team. Dr. Steppie and his dedicated team of dermatology providers strive to go above and beyond for their patients, with many members of the team having been with the practice for 15 to 25 years. At the same time, newer additions to the practice share that same mission and commitment to delivering exceptional, compassionate care. Together, the team brings a combination of experience, continuity and fresh perspective to every patient they serve.

Dr. Steppie cautions that keeping a close eye on your skin can give you greater peace of mind and, if needed, help improve your chance for successful treatment.

“The first line of defense always begins with the patient, who must remain vigilant with their skin care, including being continuously on the lookout for noticeable changes that may require professional consultation,” says Dr. Steppie. “The biggest things to be wary of are newly formed moles, spots that have changed in appearance or unusual spots that consistently itch, hurt, crust or bleed for more than three weeks.”

Having that self-awareness can go a long way toward preventing skin cancer from becoming a more serious problem, but ultimately, your best chance for a proper diagnosis and individualized treatment plan would be to schedule an appointment with a professional.

“Like with most diseases, early detection is crucial and can lead to simple and straightforward treatments. But the longer someone waits to get examined, the skin cancer can eventually metastasize and become a life-threatening situation,” says Dr. Steppie.

Associates in Dermatology specializes in MOHS micrographic surgery, which has a cure rate of up to 99% for most skin cancers. “At the end of the day, it’s important to regularly go for routine skin checks because the results can be more surprising than you might expect,” Dr. Steppie says.

With that expert guidance, it’s no wonder why so many area residents entrust Associates in Dermatology for proper diagnosis and treatment of their skin, hair and nails.

For those looking to put their best face forward this season and reveal a more youthful, vibrant look, there are several options available, including Botox to minimize the appearance of volume loss and wrinkles. The practice’s cosmetic patients love the results they achieve through affordable rejuvenation sessions that are tailored to their individual requests, goals and needs, often with minimal downtime. Whether preparing for a special event or simply wanting to refresh their appearance, patients can work with a qualified provider to determine which treatment options are best suited to them.

With the holiday season approaching, patients who want to look and feel their best may want to consider scheduling a cosmetic consultation. A personalized consultation allows the provider to understand each patient’s goals and recommend rejuvenation options designed to deliver noticeable results while fitting comfortably into their schedule.

Other alternatives include microneedling and medical-grade chemical peels. “These options are very effective and deliver remarkable results,” says Dr. Steppie. “Their ability to improve fine lines and renew the skin texture addresses varying concerns a patient may have, including aging or acne scars.”

Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that involves puncturing the skin with tiny, sterile needles. The purpose of these micro-punctures is to stimulate the body’s natural wound-healing processes, resulting in increased collagen and elastin production. These key proteins are responsible for maintaining the skin’s firmness, elasticity and tone.

Fall and winter are the optimal seasons for microneedling and chemical peels due to the reduced exposure to sunlight.

Aside from Associates in Dermatology providing the utmost in personalized care, including cosmetic services, the practice also offers its own line of premium skin care products that have been rigorously tested and provide visible results. The Steppie MD-Ethereal Beauty line of products is designed to help restore radiance and achieve a flawless complexion.

As 2026 begins to wind down, the expert team at Associates in Dermatology looks forward to the new year and to continuing to provide patients with top-notch care at any one of their 13 area locations, including Celebration, Clermont, Hunter’s Creek, Ocoee and Dr. Phillips. This allows patients to visit any number of centers that are close to home, work or otherwise.

“Our focus is making patients feel like family. Associates in Dermatology takes a patient-centered approach, developing individualized treatment plans that address each patient’s unique goals and needs rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach,” says Dr. Steppie. “This allows us to pinpoint a patient’s concerns and devise the right treatment plan while helping each individual achieve the healthiest skin possible and regain their confidence.”

Associates in Dermatology
13 locations in Central Florida including:
Celebration | Clermont | Dr. Phillips | Hunter’s Creek | Ocoee
(800) 827-7546
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