**WE NOW OFFER COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY**
Dr. Joselin Tacastacas leads our doctor-administered cosmetic services, offering a wide-range of non-invasive aesthetic treatments to improve the appearance of the skin.
NEW LOCATION, SAME EXPERT CARE
Our Williamsburg Office Has Moved
Peninsula Dermatology Skin Cancer Surgery Center is thrilled to announce that our Williamsburg office has relocated to a brand-new location less than one mile away! Conveniently situated off of Pocahontas Trail and the Humelsine Parkway, our new Williamsburg office is the first building on the right off the first exit of the traffic circle. We look forward to providing families in the Williamsburg area with the same exceptional, top-notch care from our new office!
Physician-Owned Dermatology You Can Trust
Expert skin care led by local, board certified physicians
Peninsula Dermatology is proudly physician-owned, allowing our dermatologists to focus on what matters most: personalized, patient-centered care. Our board certified physicians combine advanced medical expertise with a deep understanding of our community to provide compassionate, high-quality care for every patient. From routine skin exams to specialized treatments, we prioritize your health, safety and satisfaction at every visit.
DERMATOLOGY CRAFTED TO YOU
OUR EXPERT SERVICES
Proudly offering custom services and advanced treatments to restore and maintain the health and beauty of your skin.
Medical Dermatology
Our team of board certified dermatologists have decades of combined experience and extensive training in diagnosing and treating skin diseases and disorders.
Mohs Surgery & Skin Cancer
The Gold Standard for treating skin cancer. It is a highly precise and effective way to remove basal cell and squamous cell skin cancers.
Cosmetic Dermatology
With cosmetic dermatology we help enhance your skin’s appearance by providing treatments and skin care products to help reduce the signs of aging, minimize brown spots and more.
PENINSULA DERMATOLOGY SKIN CANCER SURGERY CENTER
Our practice was established in 1987 by the well known and respected husband and wife team of Dr. Douglas Nelson and Dr. Susan Mackel. We continue to uphold their original vision for the practice which is:
“To serve patients and referring physicians as the premier, trusted resource for medical and surgical dermatologic care.”
We are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care for patients using state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical techniques in a family-oriented and professional environment. With expertise in general dermatology, as well as specialty services in Mohs surgery, our physicians are board certified and regarded as some of the finest physicians in the region.
STATE OF THE ART TECHNOLOGY
We utilize the most advanced technology to identify and treat a multitude of skin conditions and diseases.
EXPERT
CARE
Building lifelong relationships with our patients and their families by providing the highest level of patient care.
AWARD WINNING CARE
Peninsula Dermatology is proud to have been recognized in the Coastal Virginia “Best Of” awards—winning Best Skin/Dermatology Practice, Best Med Spa, and Best Cosmetic Surgery Center for 2025, continuing our streak as Best Skin/Dermatology Practice since 2019! We are also honored to have been named Best Dermatologist in Newport News and Williamsburg by Virginia Media, and to have been recognized in the Virginia Living Magazine’s “Best Of Virginia 2024” as the Best Dermatology Practice in the Eastern Region of Virginia. We’re so grateful for the support of our community!
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IN THEIR OWN WORDS
RAVE REVIEWS FROM OUR PATIENTS
“I have been seen by several doctors here because of recurring squamous cell carcinomas and each doctor, nurse and office staff I have interacted with has been patient, compassionate, kind and professional on every occasion. I am pleased that the doctors take adequate time with me to explain what I need to know.”
“My appointment time was honored. The staff was courteous and professional. The doctor was thorough in her exam as well as courteous and forthcoming with questions and concerns with which I presented her. I had a procedure done, and she explained why she was doing it and how with follow up information to take care of the area she treated.”
“My mom had cancerous growth removed from her arm. The staff was very efficient and friendly throughout the process. It isn’t normal at most doctors offices for someone to greet you unless they are taking care of you. We were spoken to more than once by others in the office A very nice experience for a scary situation.”
YOU DESERVE BEAUTIFUL, HEALTHY SKIN
REQUEST YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY
NEWPORT NEWS LOCATION
11844 Rock Landing Drive, Suite B
Newport News, VA 23606
Phone: (757) 873-0161
Fax: (757) 873-0205
WILLIAMSBURG
LOCATION
Phone: (757) 259-9466
Fax: (757) 259-7907
OFFICE
HOURS
Monday-Thursday:
7:30am-5pm
Friday:
7:30am-4pm
CALL
US
Newport News:
(757) 873-0161
Williamsburg:
(757) 259-9466
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