What ARIZONA DERMATOLOGY SPECIALISTS, PLLC does

Arizona Dermatology Specialists, PLLC is a private, physician-owned dermatology practice founded in 2012 by Dr. James O. Barlow, a Mayo Clinic-trained, Mohs fellowship trained board-certified dermatologist. The practice operates three locations in the Phoenix West Valley (Surprise, Peoria, and Goodyear, Arizona) and delivers an integrated three-pillar service offering: medical dermatology (acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, skin cancer screening, warts, hair and nail conditions), surgical dermatology anchored by Mohs micrographic surgery with an on-site surgical suite and laboratory, and cosmetic dermatology including BOTOX, dermal fillers, chemical peels, Fraxel and VersaPulse laser treatments, Kybella, tumescent liposuction, eyelifts, face and neck lifts, chin implants, neck liposuction, submentoplasty, and tattoo removal. A sub-brand called Desert Essence Spa extends the offering into dedicated aesthetic services. The practice reports over 10,000 Mohs surgery procedures and an equal number of facial reconstructions performed by Dr. Barlow since his 2005 fellowship.

The clinical team is anchored by Dr. Barlow and Dr. Jesse Olmedo (a Mayo Clinic Chief Resident who joined in June 2014), supported by physician assistants, dermatology-certified nurse practitioners, a licensed aesthetician/certified laser tech, and a cosmetics-focused registered nurse. Dr. Barlow's credentials include the 2006 Tromovich Award for melanoma research and Fellowship status in the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS).

The business model is fee-for-service professional services revenue billed through major insurance networks (AARP, Aetna, BCBS Arizona, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, United Healthcare) plus self-pay cosmetic and aesthetic procedures paid in full at the time of service. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the practice website, phone scheduling, a centralized appointment line, an EMA patient portal for billing and records, and a presence on Facebook and LinkedIn. The practice serves a horizontal general-population segment across all age groups in the Phoenix West Valley. There is no parent company, no disclosed institutional investment, no funding rounds, and no public ticker; the entity is organized as an Arizona professional limited liability company.

Name

ARIZONA DERMATOLOGY SPECIALISTS, PLLC

Legal name

Arizona Dermatology Specialists, PLLC

Website

https://azdermatologyspecialists.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Arizona Dermatology Specialists, PLLC is a private, physician-owned dermatology practice operating three locations in the Phoenix West Valley (Surprise, Peoria, Goodyear), delivering medical, surgical (including Mohs micrographic surgery), and cosmetic dermatology plus an aesthetic spa sub-brand to a general-population patient base across all age groups.

Ownership category

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Product category

Dermatology Services

NAICS

Offices of Other Health Practitioners (6213)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

General & Medical Dermatology (HLAKACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mohs Surgery & Skin Cancer (Dermatologic Oncology) (HLAKACAD), Plastics / Cosmetic & Dermatologic Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAK), Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF), Professional Skincare & Facial Treatments (CRABALAF)

Keywords

• Medical dermatology services
• Surgical dermatology services
• Cosmetic dermatology services
• Mohs micrographic surgery
• Skin cancer treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

Surprise

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Patient Services Revenue: Fee-for-service medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology procedures billed through insurance or self-pay. Includes Mohs surgery, skin cancer treatments, cosmetic procedures, and medical dermatology visits.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Arizona Dermatology Specialists, PLLC is a physician-owned dermatology practice providing medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services across three Arizona valley locations (Surprise, Peoria, and Goodyear). The practice offers comprehensive skin care including Mohs micrographic surgery, skin cancer treatment, laser procedures, injectables, and aesthetic spa services, with Mohs fellowship-trained surgeons having performed over 10,000 procedures.

Product overview

Arizona Dermatology Specialists offers a comprehensive dermatology practice organized around three core service pillars: Medical Dermatology (for diagnosing and treating skin conditions), Surgical Dermatology (with Mohs micrographic surgery as a flagship specialty), and Cosmetic Procedures (minimally invasive rejuvenation). The practice, founded in 2012 by Dr. James Barlow, provides integrated care across these areas with services ranging from general skin conditions (acne, eczema, psoriasis, warts) to advanced surgical procedures (Mohs surgery with up to 99% cure rate for skin cancer) and cosmetic treatments (BOTOX, dermal fillers, laser therapies, tumescent liposuction, face/neck lifts). Key products include Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Desert Essence Spa, Fraxel and VersaPulse laser systems, and branded treatments like Kybella and BOTOX. The practice emphasizes local anesthesia techniques for reduced recovery time and offers services at three Arizona locations (Surprise, Peoria, and Goodyear).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Desert Essence Spa: Spa service offering under Arizona Dermatology Specialists providing aesthetic treatments

Products and services

• Medical Dermatology Services General medical dermatology services for diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, birthmarks, and spider veins for individual patients.
• Mohs Micrographic Surgery Specialized surgical treatment for skin cancer performed by Mohs fellowship-trained surgeons, with the practice having completed over 10,000 procedures using local anesthesia techniques.
• Skin Cancer Treatment Comprehensive skin cancer detection and treatment services including Mohs surgery and other excisional procedures performed in on-site surgical suites.
• Fraxel Laser Treatment Cosmetic laser treatment using Fraxel technology for skin resurfacing and rejuvenation for individual patients seeking aesthetic improvements.
• VersaPulse Laser Treatment Cosmetic laser treatment using VersaPulse technology for various skin conditions and aesthetic procedures.
• BOTOX Injections Injectable neuromodulator treatment for facial wrinkles and fine lines offered to individual cosmetic patients.
• Dermal Fillers Injectable filler treatments for facial volume restoration and contouring offered to individual cosmetic patients.
• Chemical Peels Chemical exfoliation treatments for skin rejuvenation and improvement of skin texture and tone.
• Kybella Treatment Injectable treatment for submental fat reduction (double chin) offered to individual cosmetic patients.
• Laser Tattoo Removal Laser-based tattoo removal service for patients seeking to remove unwanted tattoos.
• Tumescent Liposuction Body contouring procedure using tumescent local anesthesia technique for fat removal and sculpting.
• Face and Neck Lifts Cosmetic surgical procedures to address signs of aging in the face and neck area.
• Eyelifts (Blepharoplasty) Eyelid surgery to address drooping or sagging eyelids for cosmetic and functional improvement.
• Chin Implants Cosmetic surgical procedure to enhance chin projection and facial profile.
• Neck Liposuction Targeted fat removal procedure for the neck area using tumescent technique.
• Submentoplasty Surgical procedure to address submental area concerns including excess fat and sagging skin under the chin.
• Spider Vein Treatment Treatment for visible spider veins on the legs and face for individual patients.
• Rosacea Treatment Medical and cosmetic treatment options for rosacea, a chronic skin condition causing facial redness.
• Birthmark Treatment Medical and laser treatment services for birthmark removal or reduction for individual patients.
• Acne and Acne Scar Treatments Comprehensive treatment options for active acne and acne scarring, including medical and cosmetic interventions.
• Desert Essence Spa In-house aesthetic spa offering skin care and rejuvenation services integrated within the dermatology practice.

Named customers4 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS)coreOthersProfessional association fellowship. Dr. Barlow is a Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery, indicating highest level of training and certification in Mohs micrographic surgery.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Forefront Dermatology: Large multi-state dermatology practice network with locations across the Midwest and beyond. Comparable service mix including Mohs surgery, general dermatology, and cosmetic offerings; representative of the PE-backed consolidator landscape.
• Epiphany Dermatology: PE-backed dermatology platform actively acquiring practices across the U.S. Comparable in service offering (medical, surgical, cosmetic) and acquisition-oriented growth strategy, making it a direct competitor for talent and patient demand.
• US Dermatology Partners: Largest PE-backed dermatology platform in the U.S. with significant Arizona presence. Offers medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology across multiple Valley locations, directly competing for patients, providers, and payor leverage with Arizona Dermatology Specialists.
• Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery: National dermatology platform with Arizona locations. Offers nearly identical service mix — Mohs surgery, medical dermatology, and cosmetic procedures — competing head-to-head for skin cancer and cosmetic patients in the Phoenix metro.
• Schweiger Dermatology Group: PE-backed dermatology group operating across multiple U.S. states. Provides medical, surgical (including Mohs), and cosmetic dermatology with a similar physician-owned-clinic-that-joined-a-platform heritage, making it directly comparable in business model.

Others

• Mayo Clinic Dermatology (Arizona): Academic dermatology center in Scottsdale where Dr. Barlow completed his residency. While not a direct commercial competitor, it is a source of patient referrals, training pipeline, and reputational benchmarking for the practice.

Direct peers

• Phoenix Dermatology: Independent multi-location dermatology practice in the Phoenix metro providing medical, Mohs, and cosmetic dermatology. Directly comparable independent practitioner with overlapping service lines and same regional patient pool.
• Center for Dermatology & Plastic Surgery: Arizona-based dermatology and plastic surgery group offering Mohs surgery, general dermatology, and cosmetic procedures. Directly comparable in service mix and geographic market to Arizona Dermatology Specialists.
• Affiliated Dermatology: Large Arizona-headquartered dermatology group with multiple Valley locations. Offers the same medical/surgical/cosmetic service mix and competes directly with Arizona Dermatology Specialists for patients across Surprise, Peoria, and Goodyear.
• Skin Spectrum: Tucson-based dermatology practice offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology including Mohs surgery. Comparable in service mix and Arizona-market presence, though operating in a different sub-region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Arizona-Dermatology-Specialists-PLLC-304957512936079
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/arizona-dermatology-specialists-pllc

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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