We are dedicated to providing the most advanced skin care, laser and treatment options available today, priding ourselves on our experience, technique, knowledge, and our ability to utilize combination therapies to deliver results.

With 19 years of skin care expertise, Dr. Patrick S. Carney offers 4 full-service Advancements In Dermatology clinics throughout the Twin Cities. In 2003, he introduced the Twin Cities' premiere medical spa, Skin Speaks Spa M.D.

The team of professional providers at Skin Speaks Spa M.D. offers 40 years of knowledge and experience in the industry.

With much dedication and generosity, Dr. Carney provides continuous education and training, providing treatment options and staff that deliver the finest results.

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A word about cosmetic surgery...

One of the most important decisions when considering cosmetic surgery is choosing the right doctor to perform your procedure.

When considering cosmetic surgery, patients are almost universally unaware of the difference between "cosmetic surgery” and "plastic surgery."

For this reason, they may easily be misled to believe board certification in plastic surgery evidences a physician’s competence to perform cosmetic surgery. This is not always the case.

A patient seeking cosmetic surgery should know that a fellowship trained cosmetic surgeon, who specializes in the procedure you are seeking, is the most qualified surgeon to perform your cosmetic surgery.

A "fellowship" is an elite qualification that only a small percentage of surgeons performing cosmetic surgery can claim.

Many different specialties contribute to the field of cosmetic surgery. For example, a dermatologist discovered the tumescent technique of liposuction, which has made liposuction much safer, and therefore one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed today.

There is no one primary medical background that exclusively offers the best training for every cosmetic surgery procedure. Training and experience is key.

When considering cosmetic surgery, you should seek a surgeon that specializes in the procedure you are interested in. To help give guidance, the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery www.cosmeticsurgery.org , the nation's largest interdisciplinary medical organization devoted exclusively to cosmetic surgery, has prepared guidelines with points to consider in helping you make an informed choice.

Dr. Carney will welcome your questions about his background and be pleased that you are concerned enough to ask.

Patrick S. Carney, MD

EDUCATION:

Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas
Bachelor of Arts - Biology (B.A.) 1976
Phi Beta Kappa

University of Texas
Southwestern Medical School at Dallas, Dallas, Texas
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) 1980

POST GRADUATE TRAINING:

Flexible Intern, Butterworth Hospital
Grand Rapids, Michigan
1980 - 1981

Residency, Dermatology, University Hospital of Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio - Case Western Reserve
1984 - 1987

Board Certification
Dec. 1988

Elective, Dr. Saul Asken
Westport, Connecticut
Jan. 1987

Elective, Dr. Bluford Stough
Hot Springs, Arkansas
Jan. 1987

Elective, Dr. John Yarborough
New Orleans, Louisiana
Jan. 1987

Elective, Dr. George Farber
New Orleans, Louisiana
Jan. 1987

Fellowship, Alt Cosmetic Surgery Center
Minneapolis, MN
July 1987 - 1988

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Advancements in Dermatology
Medical Director/Owner
Edina, Robbinsdale, Crystal, Burnsville, Minnesota September 1, 1988 - present

Dr. Boni Elewski, Partner
Barberton Citizen Hospital
Barberton, Ohio
December 1988

Mednet Immedidate Care
Euclid Clinic Foundation
July 1984 - December 1986

EmCare Medical Center
Medical Director
Dallas, Texas
1982 - 1984

Major Trauma Center
Emergency Physician
Dallas, Texas
1981 - 1984

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE:
Pilot Efficacy Study of Roferon-A Administered Intramuscularly in the Therapy of Recurrent Condylomata Acuminata
Coordinator
Hoffman-LaRoche
Nutley, New Jersey

CERTIFICATION:
Basic Life Support Provider, 1989
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider, 1989
Advanced Trauma Life Support Provider, 1983

MEMBERSHIPS:

American Academy of Dermatology

International Society of Cosmetic and Laser Surgery

American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSURE: State of Minnesota, 1987
State of Ohio, 1984

AWARDS:
American Academy of Dermatology Annual Art Exhibit
Art in Dermatologic Photography
"Uncombable Hairs" under polarized lights
2nd Prize, 1985

American Academy of Dermatology Annual Art Exhibit
Art in Dermatologic Photography
"Bump on a Log/Blast Off"
1st Prize, 1986


Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine
"Top Doc" Award Dermatology/Cosmetic Surgery
1999 - Present

MEETINGS:
Cleveland Dermatology Society
University Hospital of Cleveland
Presented:
Case # 8: The Uncombable Hair Syndrome "Pill Trianguli et Canaliculi" or "Spun Glass Hair"
Case # 26: Urticaria Pegmentosa
Case # 27: Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts
September, 1984

Cleveland Dermatology Society
Metropolitan General Hospital
November 1984

Columbus Dermatology Society
Ohio State University
November 1984

American Academy of Dermatology
Washington, D.C.
December 1984
Presented: The Uncombable Hair Syndrome

Cleveland Dermatology Society
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
April 1985

Cleveland Dermatology Society
University Hospitals of Cleveland
September 1985
Presented:
Case # 5: Naegili-Francoschette-Jadassohn Syndrome
Case # 15: Arsenic Bowens
Case #20: Weber Cockayne Disease

Control States Dermatology Society
Cleveland, Ohio
October 1985

Cleveland Dermatology Society
Metropolitan General Hospital
November 1985

Columbus Dermatology Society
Ohio State University
November 1985

American Academy of Dermatology
Las Vegas, Nevada
December 1985
Presented: The KID Syndrome, Keratitis, Ichthysosis and Deafness Syndrome

American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Palm Springs, CA
March 1986

Cleveland Dermatology Society
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
April 1986

Cleveland Dermatology Society
University Hospital of Cleveland
September 1986

Presented:
Case #1: Condyloma Acuminata
Case #19: Linear IgA Bullous Dermatosis

Dermatopathology Workshop
Cleveland clinic Foundation
October 1986

Cleveland Dermatology Society
Metropolitan General Hospital
November 1986

American Academy of Dermatology
New Orleans, Louisiana
December 1986
Presented: Herpes Gastationes Associated with Favorable Fetal Outcome

PUBLICATIONS:
1) Hazen, P.G., Carney, P.S., Lynch, W.S: Keratitis, Ichthyosis and Deafness. Report of a case with development of multiple cutaneous neoplasms.

2) Carney, P.S., Bickers, D.: Dermatologic Disease of the Genitalia in: Urology for the NonUrologist. Edited by Kursh, Medical Economics Book Publisher.