Dr. Megan Phillips Lent M.D.
Dermatologist
751 N Rutledge St Springfield IL, 62702Practice Philosophy
Traditional Medicine
About
Dr. Megan Lent is a dermatologist practicing in Springfield, IL. Dr. Lent specializes in skin care. Dermatologists evaluate and manage both common and uncommon skin conditions. These conditions include acne, psoriasis, warts, skin infections, atopic dermatitis, herpes simplex and more. Dermatologists are also experts in more complex skin diseases like impetigo, hidradenitis and milaria. Dr. Lent diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
University of Missouri - School of Medicine Doctor of Medicine 2011
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