Locations: 2279 Valleydale Road, Suite. 100 in Hoover; 3965 Crosshaven Drive, Suite 113 in Cahaba Heights; and 1649 N. McFarland Blvd., Suite 201 in Tuscaloosa
When asked what inspired her to found Cahaba Dermatology & Skin Health Center, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Vlada Groysman shared that it was the same desire that guides the practice today.
“My desire to practice medicine in a way that pushed the boundaries of excellence was the spark that inspired the vision for Cahaba Dermatology,” said Dr. Groysman, who serves as the medical director of her practice.
“Founding the practice gave me a blank canvas to build the office around my own goals and vision for what I wanted to do in the field of dermatology.”
In the years since, her vision has come to fruition. There are now three locations of Cahaba Dermatology — Hoover, Cahaba Heights and Tuscaloosa. The practice offers a wide range of services, including medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, as well as laser technologies, body sculpting and skin tightening.
The practice has also added “many new and talented employees,” Dr. Groysman said, including a full team of physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners.
In addition to their all-star team, Cahaba Dermatology is the “go-to” place for everything skin due to smart investments in education, technology, excellent care, and — most importantly — an intense focus on the patient.
Medicine is a people business, and our people really shine,” Dr. Groysman said. “We are all invested in outstanding patient care, and this translates into a great experience.”
Cahaba Dermatology has also continued to innovate and add new services. In 2018, the practice added a UV light and laser therapy clinic for psoriasis and eczema patients at the Hoover office and greatly expanded spa services at the Spa Cahaba facility. Featuring the only saltwater float pool in Alabama, Spa Cahaba provides a soothing blend of healing and rejuvenation.
“We’ve added countless, state-of-the-art laser technology options to offer many medical and cosmetic treatments,” Dr. Groysman said.
As the field of injectable aesthetics has grown, Cahaba Dermatology has mastered new techniques, and Dr. Groysman is a national injectables trainer in the latest advancements for major injectable companies. She shares her expertise both locally and nationally.
Cahaba Dermatology added Mohs surgery and a new surgical suite last year in the Hoover office, with Mohs surgeries performed by fellowship-trained physician Dr. Malia Downing. Compared to some cancer surgeries, Mohs surgeries can offer superior results with improved recovery and cosmetic outcomes for qualifying cases.
The staff at Cahaba Dermatology also works continuously to stay up-to-date in serving their patients.
“The field of medicine is ever-advancing, and dermatology is no exception,” Dr. Groysman said. “Staying on the leading edge requires a deliberate focus. Our team attends education meetings and studies medical journals, and we invest in new technology.”
The practice even added its own clinical research department.
“Cahaba Clinical Research pushed our office closer to the cutting edge of new drug developments and delivers immediate and long-term value to our patients,” Dr. Groysman said. “We play a very immediate and essential role in the discovery of new pharmaceutical breakthroughs.”
When asked about the future of Cahaba Dermatology, Dr. Groysman said “the road map remains flexible.”
Whatever happens, the practice will follow one critical principle. “The needs of our patients will always influence our decisions,” Dr. Groysman said.
“Listening to patients and striving to deliver greater value for them will continue to serve as our model for future growth.”
