The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center

What The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center does

The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center is a physician-owned medical practice based in Frederick, Maryland, founded in 2001 by board-certified dermatologist and Mohs micrographic surgeon Dr. Michael R. Warner, who joined in 2004 by facial plastic surgeon Dr. Wyatt C. To. The center operates a single location at 63 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite B, providing medical dermatology (skin cancer screening, Mohs surgery with 99% cure rate for new basal cell carcinoma, treatment of acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, and other conditions), cosmetic dermatology (laser hair removal, Mixto CO2 resurfacing, tattoo removal with Astanza Trinity, IPL/Nordlys rosacea therapy), facial plastic surgery (proprietary LA Lift® facelift, blepharoplasty, browlifts, chin/cheek implants), injectables (Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra, Kybella), and regenerative treatments (Ultherapy, microneedling with VAMP™ PDRN therapy, SELPHYL® PRF).

The underlying technology stack is built on FDA-cleared energy-based devices and trademarked proprietary procedures rather than proprietary software or hardware. The practice holds registered trademarks on LA Lift®, The Radiant Peel™, and Microneedling with VAMP™, and operates a fleet of medical and aesthetic lasers including Astanza Trinity (full-spectrum tattoo removal), Mixto Pro fractionated CO2 (acne scars, wrinkles), Nordlys/Nd:YAG (rosacea, vascular lesions), and Ultherapy (ultrasound skin tightening). Dr. Warner performs approximately 30 Mohs cases per week totaling 15,000+ procedures over his career, with in-house reconstruction following tumor removal.

The business model is a hybrid direct-to-consumer medical practice: medical dermatology and Mohs surgery are billed through insurance (Medicare, BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, Johns Hopkins, and others), while elective cosmetic procedures and skincare products are paid out-of-pocket with financing available through CareCredit and rewards programs through Alle (Allergan) and ASPIRE (Galderma). Patients access services via phone, website inquiries, or walk-in consultations, with acquisition driven by patient testimonials, before/after photo galleries, board certification credentials, and community reputation including regional "Best of the Best" recognition. The center employs 11–50 staff including 2 board-certified physicians and 5+ physician assistants/CRNPs, with no external venture capital or private equity investment.

Name

The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center

Legal name

The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center

Website

https://frederickcosmeticsurgery.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center is a physician-owned, single-location dermatology and facial plastic surgery practice in Frederick, Maryland, founded in 2001. It serves individual patients with medical dermatology, Mohs skin cancer surgery, cosmetic laser treatments, injectables, facial plastic surgery, and branded proprietary procedures like LA Lift®.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cosmetic and Medical Dermatology

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Plastics / Cosmetic & Dermatologic Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

General & Medical Dermatology (HLAKACAA), Mohs Surgery & Skin Cancer (Dermatologic Oncology) (HLAKACAD), Procedural Dermatology (Office-Based Surgery) (HLAKACAG)

Keywords

• Cosmetic dermatology services
• Facial plastic surgery
• Mohs micrographic surgery
• Laser skin treatment
• Medical dermatology

Headquarters

HQ city

Frederick

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical Dermatology Services: Fee-for-service medical dermatology including skin cancer screenings, Mohs micrographic surgery, excisions, and treatment of medical conditions (acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, warts). Revenue generated through insurance reimbursements and patient co-pays.
2. Cosmetic/Aesthetic Procedures: Elective cosmetic procedures including laser treatments, injectables (Botox, fillers), chemical peels, facelifts, and body contouring. Paid directly by patients or through CareCredit financing.
3. Skincare Products: Medical-grade skincare products sold through the practice, including SkinMedica sunscreens and prescription-strength topical treatments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center is a physician-owned medical practice offering medical and cosmetic dermatology, Mohs micrographic surgery, facial plastic surgery, and laser/light-based aesthetic treatments to patients in Frederick, Maryland and surrounding communities. Services span injectables, chemical peels, ultrasound skin tightening, microneedling, tattoo removal, hair restoration, and surgical procedures including an in-office proprietary LA Lift facelift.

Product overview

The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center is a medical practice offering a comprehensive range of cosmetic dermatology, facial plastic surgery, and medical dermatology services. The practice operates as a single-location center in Frederick, Maryland, providing treatments across multiple service lines including: Injectables & Fillers (Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, Restylane, Sculptra, Kybella); Laser & Light Treatments (Mixto Laser Resurfacing, Astanza 532, Laser Hair Removal, Pulsed Light/Broad Band Light Therapy, Anti-Redness & Rosacea Therapy); Skin Rejuvenation (Ultherapy, Microneedling with VAMP/PRF, Chemical Peels including Radiant Peel and Glycolic Peels); Facial Plastic Surgery (LA Lift, Blepharoplasty, Browlift, Chin/Cheek Implants, Corner Mouth Lift, Otoplasty, Scar Revision); Surgical Services (Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Excision Clinic); Tattoo Removal (Laser and Excision methods); Hair Restoration (SELPHYL Scalp Injections); and Medical Dermatology (treatment of acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, warts, and skin cancer screening/removal).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Botox® A non-surgical injectable treatment that reduces wrinkles and smooths facial lines for a more youthful appearance.
• Dysport® An injectable treatment for reducing wrinkles and facial lines.
• Juvederm® A family of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers for reducing wrinkles, deep creases, and volumizing lips.
• Restylane® Hyaluronic acid filler for lip injections, reducing wrinkles, and enhancing natural beauty.
• Sculptra® Stimulates natural collagen production to improve skin glow, tightness, and jawline contour for up to two years.
• Kybella® FDA-approved injectable treatment that destroys fat cells under the chin to reduce double chin and contour the jawline.
• Sclerotherapy Minimally invasive procedure that removes superficial spider leg veins through micro-injections.
• Mixto® Laser Skin Resurfacing Fractionated carbon dioxide laser treatment for improving acne scars, fine lines, wrinkles, and skin texture with customizable Light or Deep options.
• Astanza® 532 Hyperpigmentation Treatment Q-switched Ruby laser for removing brown spots, sun spots, age spots, and hyperpigmentation with minimal treatments.
• Laser Hair Removal Long-lasting hair reduction using state-of-the-art lasers operated by licensed professionals.
• Pulsed Light / Broad Band Light (BBL) Therapy Intense pulsed light treatment for shrinking broken blood vessels, improving redness, lightening brown spots, and stimulating collagen formation.
• Anti-Redness & Rosacea Therapy Laser and IPL treatment using the Nordlys device and Nd:YAG laser to reduce rosacea, facial veins, and redness.
• Ultherapy® Non-surgical ultrasound treatment for skin tightening on face, neck, and upper chest using the body's own regenerative response.
• Microneedling with VAMP™ Microneedling treatment enriched with PDRN (polydeoxyribonucleotides from salmon DNA), vitamins, amino acids, and minerals for skin rejuvenation.
• Microneedling with PRF (Selphyl®) Microneedling combined with platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) to stimulate collagen and promote natural tissue repair.
• The Radiant Peel™ Medical peel combining TCA, salicylic acid, and lactic acid to reduce melasma, hyperpigmentation, and sun spots.
• Glycolic Peels Naturally-derived glycolic acid peel for exfoliating dead skin cells, treating fine lines, wrinkles, sun spots, and acne scars.
• LA Lift® In-office facelift procedure targeting cheeks, jowls, jawline, and neck with local anesthesia and minimal downtime.
• Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) In-office eyelid surgery to remove hooding, puffiness, and improve peripheral vision with natural results.
• Browlift Surgical procedure to lift forehead, eyebrows, and eyelids while reducing frown lines and crow's feet.
• Chin and Cheek Implants Facial augmentation using solid silicone or GoreTex implants to improve chin and cheek contours.
• Corner Mouth Lift Procedure to soften downturned mouth corners and produce a more youthful, pleasant expression.
• Otoplasty (Cosmetic Ear Surgery) Ear modification surgery to change the shape, position, or size of ears using local anesthesia.
• Scar Revision Various procedures including excision, laser treatments, dermabrasion, and steroid injections to reduce scar visibility.
• Mohs Micrographic Surgery Precise skin cancer surgery technique with the highest cure rates (99% for basal cell carcinoma, 96% for squamous cell carcinoma) performed under local anesthesia.
• Laser Tattoo Removal Full-spectrum tattoo removal using the Astanza Trinity laser system with R20 double-pass technique for faster results.
• Tattoo Removal: Excision Surgical removal of small tattoos using scalpel technique with sutured closure.
• SELPHYL® Scalp Injections for Hair Loss PRFM (platelet-rich fibrin matrix) treatment to stimulate hair growth and improve scalp health.
• Medical Dermatology Services Comprehensive dermatology care including treatment for acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, warts, contact dermatitis, and benign skin growths.
• Skin Screening & Cancer Removal Full body skin exams with same-day biopsies and in-house referrals for Mohs surgery and excisions.
• Excision Clinic Expert surgical excision of problem growths including small cancers, atypical moles, and cysts with specialized closure techniques.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% cure rate for new basal cell carcinoma using Mohs micrographic surgery
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• The Quatela Center for Plastic Surgery: Multi-physician facial plastic surgery practice offering injectables, laser treatments, and surgical facial rejuvenation. Closely comparable specialty-mix to The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center's facial plastic surgery service line.
• Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery: Multi-location dermatology and cosmetic surgery practice offering a similar mix of medical dermatology, Mohs surgery, injectables, laser treatments, and facial rejuvenation. Direct operational and service-line analog to The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center, though at significantly larger geographic scale.
• Anne Arundel Dermatology: Large Mid-Atlantic dermatology group practice offering medical dermatology, Mohs surgery, and cosmetic services across Maryland and surrounding states — same regional geography with comparable service mix and provider model.
• Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute: Dermatology practice with strong emphasis on Mohs surgery and skin cancer treatment alongside cosmetic services. Directly comparable to The Cosmetic & Skin Surgery Center's combined medical-surgical-cosmetic model.

Emerging players

• LaserAway: National med-spa chain specializing in laser hair removal, tattoo removal, and aesthetic treatments. Overlaps significantly with the practice's laser and cosmetic services from a retail-led, scaled marketing model.
• Ideal Image: Largest US med-spa chain focused on laser hair removal, injectables, and body contouring. Competes directly with the practice's cash-pay cosmetic services from a high-volume, marketing-intensive model.
• SkinSpirit: Multi-location med-spa chain offering injectables, laser treatments, and skin rejuvenation. Comparable cash-pay aesthetic menu with a scalable clinic model competing in adjacent Mid-Atlantic markets.

Broad incumbents

• U.S. Dermatology Partners: Large PE-backed dermatology practice network with medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Represents the broader dermatology consolidation trend putting pressure on independent practices.
• Schweiger Dermatology Group: PE-backed, multi-location dermatology platform across the Northeast offering medical and cosmetic dermatology. Operates as a scaled incumbent consolidator whose acquisition and recruitment model directly competes for independent practice talent and patient share.
• Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery: National dermatology group combining medical dermatology, Mohs surgery, and cosmetic services. A scaled multi-specialty platform comparable in service breadth, though operating at materially greater scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/thecosmeticandskinsurgerycenter

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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