Name

Riverchase Dermatology

Legal name

AQUA Dermatology of Florida, P.A.

Website

https://riverchasedermatology.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dermatology Services

NAICS

Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844), Services-Medical Laboratories (8071)

akta.pro primary industry

General & Medical Dermatology (HLAKACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Procedural Dermatology (Office-Based Surgery) (HLAKACAG), Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF)

Keywords

• Medical dermatology services
• Skin cancer treatment
• Mohs micrographic surgery
• Cosmetic dermatology procedures
• Aesthetic skincare services

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Myers

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices27 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Medical Dermatology Services: Fee-for-service medical dermatology care billed through insurance. Services include skin cancer screenings, treatments for conditions like acne, eczema, psoriasis, and general dermatology services for adults and children.
2. Cosmetic and Aesthetic Procedures: Out-of-pocket cosmetic procedures including neurotoxins (Botox), fillers, laser services, body contouring (CoolSculpting), and aesthetic treatments.
3. Surgical Dermatology Services: Mohs micrographic surgery, surgical excisions, and surgical dermatology procedures typically covered by insurance for medical necessity.
4. Electron Beam Therapy: Radiation therapy for skin cancer, covered by Medicare and most major insurance carriers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Riverchase Dermatology is a multi-location dermatology practice that diagnoses and treats a full range of skin conditions across 30+ Florida offices, organized into five core service lines: medical dermatology (acne, eczema, psoriasis, etc.), skin cancer screening and treatment (including Mohs surgery and electron beam therapy), surgical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology (neurotoxins, fillers, laser services), and aesthetic services (CoolSculpting, HydraFacial, chemical peels). It also operates the AQUA Vein Center sub-brand for varicose and spider vein treatment and runs a CAP-accredited histology lab supporting in-house pathology.

Product overview

Riverchase Dermatology is a multi-location dermatology practice operating 30+ offices throughout Southwest, Central West, and Southeast Florida. Founded in Naples in 2000 by Andrew Jaffe, MD, it offers a comprehensive portfolio organized around five core service lines: Medical Dermatology (general skin conditions), Skin Cancer Services (screening, Mohs surgery, Electron Beam Therapy), Surgical Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology (neurotoxins, fillers, laser services), and Aesthetic Services (body contouring/CoolSculpting, HydraFacial, skincare). A specialized sub-brand, the AQUA Vein Center, provides dedicated vein treatments across multiple locations. The practice also operates a CAP-accredited histology lab, a telemedicine platform (DermConnect), and a web-based patient portal (via aquadermatology.ema.md and the APPatient mobile app) for scheduling, billing, and health record access. Specialized treatment technologies include Accure Laser for acne, Xtrac Excimer Laser for psoriasis/vitiligo, Swift Microwave for warts, and Electron Beam Therapy for non-melanoma skin cancer. The practice is part of the AQUA Dermatology family of practices.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AQUA Vein Center: A specialized vein treatment center offering services for varicose veins and related conditions, available at many Riverchase locations across Florida.

Products and services

• Medical Dermatology Diagnosis and treatment of general dermatologic conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, dermatitis, alopecia, hyperpigmentation, and skin infections, delivered to adults and children by board-certified dermatologists and PA-C/APRN providers.
• Skin Cancer Screening Routine skin examinations using bright light, magnifying lens, and dermatoscope to detect suspicious moles, growths, or lesions; includes self-examination guidance using ABCDE criteria and is typically insurance-covered.
• Skin Cancer Services Comprehensive skin cancer care including screening, biopsy, Mohs micrographic surgery, surgical excision, and electron beam therapy for basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas.
• Surgical Dermatology Surgical procedures for skin conditions including mole and growth removal, birthmarks, skin tags, skin ulcers, and superficial wound and scar treatment.
• Cosmetic Dermatology Cosmetic treatments including neurotoxins (Botox), dermal fillers (Belotero Balance), laser services, skin tightening, neck and hand rejuvenation, and vein treatments, billed on a self-pay basis.
• Aesthetic Services Aesthetician-delivered treatments including CoolSculpting body contouring, skincare services, HydraFacial, chemical peels, dermaplane, and miraDry for underarm sweat reduction.
• Electron Beam Therapy (EBT) Non-surgical radiation therapy for non-melanoma skin cancer (squamous cell and basal cell carcinoma), delivered via mobile linear accelerator with reported 90-98% cure rates and minimal scarring; covered by Medicare and most major insurance carriers.
• AQUA Vein Center Specialized vein treatment services for varicose veins, spider veins, and related venous conditions, offered as a distinct sub-brand across multiple Riverchase office locations.
• Accure Laser Acne Treatment Laser-based acne treatment utilizing a unique laser wavelength to reduce sebum production and clear inflammatory lesions.
• Xtrac Excimer Laser Excimer laser system for treating psoriasis, vitiligo, and other skin conditions using focused laser light on targeted problem areas while preserving healthy tissue.
• Swift Microwave Wart Treatment FDA-cleared microwave-based technology for treating warts, using low-dose microwave energy to treat skin lesions effectively and safely.
• CoolSculpting Body Contouring FDA-cleared fat-freezing body contouring treatment for reducing stubborn fat in areas such as abdomen, flanks, and thighs without surgery.
• Neurotoxins (Botox and equivalents) Injectable neurotoxin treatments that soften lines associated with facial expressions such as frown lines and fine lines and wrinkles.
• Dermal Fillers Injectable gel treatments using hyaluronic acid to correct lines, wrinkles, and deeper facial folds for facial rejuvenation.
• Laser Services Comprehensive laser treatments for brown spots, hair removal, rosacea, scars, stretch marks, skin rejuvenation, tattoo removal, and veins.
• Patient Scheduling and Appointment System Online appointment booking system allowing patients to search for first available appointments by visit type, location, and distance, supporting medical, cosmetic, aesthetic, and vein visits across 30+ Florida locations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Electron beam therapy cure rates of 90-98% for non-melanoma skin cancer
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and support.

• AQUA DermatologycoreOthersAQUA Dermatology is the parent organization/family of practices. Riverchase Dermatology is a proud member of the AQUA family of practices, which includes multiple dermatology practices across Florida, Alabama, and Georgia under an Organized Health Care Arrangement.
• HealthMark GroupsupportStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthMark Group supports patient requests for medical records through an electronic request system. Patients can complete medical record requests electronically at requestmanager.healthmark-group.com.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery: Largest Florida-based multi-specialty dermatology platform offering medical, surgical, Mohs, cosmetic and aesthetic services across dozens of clinics. Directly comparable to Riverchase in geography, service mix, and physician-led, multi-site model.
• US Dermatology Partners: Large PE-backed dermatology consolidator with significant Florida presence offering medical, surgical, Mohs and cosmetic dermatology. Comparable service lines, payor mix, and physician-employer model, with greater geographic reach and acquisition currency.
• Forefront Dermatology: PE-backed multi-state dermatology group with clinics in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Southeast US. Operates a similar full-service medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology model with significant Florida exposure.
• QualDerm Partners: PE-backed dermatology and skin-care platform operating affiliated practices across the Southeast and Midwest. Comparable full-service medical/surgical/cosmetic dermatology offering and physician-partnership model.
• Epiphany Dermatology: PE-backed dermatology group expanding across the South and Midwest through practice acquisitions. Closely comparable in operating model, service mix, and growth-by-acquisition strategy to a consolidator-style peer like Riverchase/AQUA.
• Water's Edge Dermatology: Multi-site Florida dermatology group offering medical, surgical, Mohs, cosmetic, and aesthetic services. Directly comparable in scale, geography, and service breadth to Riverchase.
• Skin and Cancer Associates / Center for Cosmetic Enhancement: Long-established Florida-based dermatology practice with multiple offices offering medical, surgical, Mohs and cosmetic services. Comparable regional density, payor mix, and physician-led operating model.

Regional players

• Dermatology Associates of Tallahassee / P.C. Large Florida-based multi-provider dermatology group offering medical, surgical, Mohs and cosmetic services. Comparable in service mix but focused on North Florida rather than Riverchase's Southwest/Southeast footprint.

Broad incumbents

• Ideal Image: National medspa chain focused on cosmetic services such as Botox, fillers, laser hair removal and body contouring. Comparable on the cosmetic/aesthetic service line but does not provide medical or surgical dermatology.

Emerging players

• LaserAway: National chain of medical spas offering laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, injectables and body contouring. Comparable on consumer-facing aesthetic services; competes for cosmetic patients but does not perform medical/surgical dermatology.

Market position

Strengths2 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/FloridaDerm

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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