By definition, a dermatologist is physician specifically trained to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the skin, hair, and nails.
Our physicians (listed alphabetically by last name below) at Colorado Springs Dermatology Clinic, P.C. are board-certified dermatologists and specialists who are vastly experienced, practiced, and trained in the latest medical and cosmetic procedures. They perform all the medical and cosmetic procedures ensuring you optimal results.
Michael Babcock, M.D.
Michael Babcock, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, 2009 and the National Board of Medical Examiners 2006.
Education
University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX, 2005.
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society; Medical Dean’s Academic Scholarship; Ranked first in medical school class.
Brigham Young University, Provo, UT, B.S. Zoology, 2000.
Cum Laude; Golden Key National Honor Society.
Training
Case Report Reviewer, Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2009-present
Chief Resident of Dermatology, University of Texas Health Science Center, 2008-2009
Residency in Dermatology, University of Texas Health Science Center, 2006-2009
Internship in Internal Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center, 2005-2006
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Professional Associations
American Academy of Dermatology
American Society of Dermatology Surgeons
National Psoriasis Foundation
Areas of Expertise/Cosmetic Procedures
LIST
Publications
Cohen J, Babcock M. Ablative Fractionated Erbium: YAG Laser for the Treatment of Ice Pick Scars due to Neodymium:YAG Laser Burns. Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2009; 8:65-67.
Babcock M, Usatine R. Pitted Keratolysis. In Usatine R, Smith M, Mayeaux EJ, Chumley H, Tysinger J (eds.): The Color Atlas of Family Medicine. McGraw-Hill, New York, 2008.
Babcock M, Usatine R. Genodermatoses. In Usatine R, Smith M, Mayeaux EJ, Chumley H, Tysinger J (eds.): The Color Atlas of Family Medicine. McGraw-Hill, New York, 2008.
Special Interests & Affiliations
Assistant Scoutmaster, Boy Scouts of America
Sunday School Teacher
Cheryl Marcus, M.D.
Cheryl Marcus, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, 1996/2006 and the National Board of Medical Examiners 1993.
Education
University of Iowa Medical School, 1992, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
University of Wisconsin, B.S. Zoology, 1988, Summa Cum Laude
Training
Residency in Dermatology, University of Southern California, Los Angeles County, 1993-1996
Internship in Internal Medicine, Good Samaritan Regional Health Care Center, Phoenix, AZ, 1992-1993
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Professional Associations
Alpha Omega Honor Society
El Paso County Medical Society
Women’s Services Advisory Council for Penrose Hospital
Carole McClanahan, M.D., M.P.H. is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, 2018 and the National Board of Medical Examiners, 2014.
Education
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA, Doctor of Medicine and Masters in Public Health, 2014
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, B.A. International Studies/Human Rights, 2008
Graduated with Honors, National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Deans list
Training
Residency in Dermatology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 2015-2018
Internship in Pediatrics, Primary Children’s Hospital, Salt Lake City, UT, 2014-2015
Ginger S. Mentz, M.D.
Ginger S. Mentz, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, 2009, and the National Board of Medical Examiners 2004.
Education
Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, 2003.
Loyola University, New Orleans, LA, B.S. Biology, 1998, cum laude.
Training
Dermatology Residency, Tulane Health Sciences Center New Orleans, LA, 2006-2009.
Internship in Internal Medicine, Louisiana Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, 2003-2004.
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Professional Associations
American Academy of Dermatology – Fellow
American Society of Dermatology Surgeons
Women’s Dermatologic Society
Publications/Presentations
Assessment of Efficacy of the Treatment of Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea with Topical Oxymetazoline. Lead Investigator Clinical Trial – Tulane University Health Sciences Center 2009.
Mentz GS, Hodari K, Boh EE: Child with vesicles and erosions in mouth and on body, Self Assessment. J Am Acad of Dermatol.2008.
Mentz GS, Lupo M, et al. Cosemeceuticals in Hirsch R, et al. Regional Approach to Aesthetic Rejuvenation: McGraw-Hill 2008.
Mentz GS, Ruiz A, Mentz HA: The use of cultured fibroblasts for facial rejuvenation, Poster Presentation: International Society of Aesthetic and Plastic Surgeons, Houston, Texas August 2004.
Overview of American Dermatology Residency. Peking Hospital Beijing China 2005.
Special Interests & Affiliations
Born and raised in the San Luis Valley Dr. Mentz returns to Colorado after completing her medical training in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Mentz enjoys traveling with her family and spending time with her husband and 19 month old daughter.
Patrick Sniezek, M.D.
Patrick J. Sniezek, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, 2006 and the National Board of Medical Examiners 2000.
Education
University of Tennessee School of Medicine, Memphis, TN, 1999, AOA
Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, B.A. Biology, cum laude, 1993
Chief Resident of Dermatology, University of Arizona, 1995-1996
Residency in Dermatology, University of Arizona, 1993-1996
Internship in Internal Medicine, Yale-New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, 1992-1993
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Professional Associations
American Academy of Dermatology – Fellow
American Society of Dermatology Surgeons
Colorado Dermatology Society – Member
Colorado Medical Society – Member
Publications
Trookman N, Snyder R: Parinaud’s Oculoglandular Syndrome in Diseases of the Eye and Skin, Raven Press, New York, NY, 1996.
Salasche S, Giancola J, Trookman, NS: Surgical Pearl: Hydroexpansion with Local Anesthesia. JAAD, 33:510-512, 1996.
Compton C, Tong Y, Trookman NS: TGF-A Gene Expression in Cultured Human Keratinocytes is Unaffected by Cellular Aging. Archives of Derm., 131:683-690, 1995.
Korc M, Haussler CA, Trookman NS: Divergent Effects of the Epidermal Growth Factor & Transforming Growth Factors on a Human Endometrial Cancerous Cell Line, CANCER RESEARCH, 47: 1987.
Special Interests & Affiliations
Skiing, Biking
Collections: Sports Memorabilia, Art Glass.
Michael Turner, M.D.
Michael Turner, M.D. is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, 1997/2007 and the National Board of Medical Examiners 1994.
Education
Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC, 1993
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, B.A. Physics, 1989, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, National Merit Scholar
Training
Residency in Dermatology, Washington University / Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO, 1994-1997
Internship in Internal Medicine, Yale-New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT, 1993-1994
Instructor, Johns Hopkins University, Department of Dermatology, Baltimore, MD, 1999-2000
Cosmetic Dermatology, Maryland Skin, Vein and Laser Institute, 1998-2000
