MODERATE TO SEVERE
INFLAMMATORY, AUTOIMMUNE & ALLERGIC DISEASES
If you have any of the following conditions and require specialist care, please ask your healthcare provider to refer you to our clinic.
Origins Dermatology Centre is a high-priority referral centre for moderate-to-severe and complex forms of inflammatory, allergic, and immune-mediated skin diseases. Consultations are conducted by one of Canada’s well known medical dermatologists, Dr. Rachel Asiniwasis MD MSHS FRCPC FAAD. We provide expert, up-to-date advice on disease management and are experienced and knowledgeable in systemic immunosuppression, immunomodulatory therapy, and advanced therapeutics (eg. Biologics, oral small molecules) for all ages. We also collaborate with rheumatology, internal medicine, and other specialties to ensure comprehensive patient-centred management.
ATOPIC DERMATITIS/ECZEMA
A chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by intense itching, skin barrier dysfunction, and recurrent flares. Advanced biologics and targeted therapies are now available.
PSORIASIS
An immune-driven condition causing rapid skin cell buildup resulting in scaling, plaques, and systemic inflammation. Specialist evaluation guides biologic and systemic therapy.
URTICARIA
Persistent hives lasting more than six weeks requiring specialist assessment to rule out autoimmune causes and guide advanced antihistamine or biologic therapy.
HIDRADENITIS SUPPURATIVA
A chronic inflammatory disease of the hair follicles causing painful nodules, abscesses, and tunnels, primarily in intertriginous areas. Requires multidisciplinary specialist care.
PRURIGO NODULARIS
Intensely pruritic nodular eruptions requiring targeted neuroimmune and anti-inflammatory approaches. Specialist care significantly improves quality of life.
LICHEN PLANUS
An inflammatory condition affecting skin, mucous membranes, nails, and scalp. Specialist evaluation guides systemic and targeted therapy selection.
ALLERGIC CONTACT DERMATITIS
A delayed hypersensitivity reaction to allergens requiring comprehensive patch testing and allergen avoidance counselling by a specialist.
ALOPECIA AREATA
Immune-mediated hair loss ranging from focal patches to complete scalp or body hair loss. New JAK inhibitor therapies offer significant hope for patients.
VITILIGO
An autoimmune condition causing loss of melanocytes and skin depigmentation. Specialist care includes phototherapy and emerging targeted treatments.
SCLERODERMA
A chronic autoimmune disease affecting the skin and connective tissues, causing fibrosis and vascular changes. Specialist dermatologic assessment is essential for skin-directed management.
DERMATOMYOSITIS
An autoimmune condition primarily affecting the muscles and skin, requiring multidisciplinary specialist care for cutaneous and systemic features.
LUPUS
Skin manifestations of systemic and cutaneous lupus include butterfly rash, photosensitivity, oral ulcers, and scarring hair loss. Dermatologic specialist co-management is critical.
BEHÇET'S DISEASE
A rare multisystem inflammatory disorder causing recurrent oral and genital ulcerations, skin lesions, and ocular involvement requiring specialist care.
VASCULITIS
Vasculitis affecting the skin and small vessels, presenting with persistent urticarial plaques or palpable purpura. Requires specialist evaluation and systemic workup.
PEMPHIGOID/BULLOUS PEMPHIGOID
The most common autoimmune blistering skin disorder, primarily affecting older adults. Requires specialist diagnosis and systemic immunosuppressive management.
PEMPHIGUS
A serious autoimmune blistering condition affecting skin and mucous membranes, requiring urgent specialist evaluation and systemic therapy.
OTHER CONDITIONS
Due to the underserviced nature of our region, we cannot accept referrals for all other conditions (eg. Complex immunodeficiencies, genodermatoses, paediatric dermatoses) and referrals may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
HOW TO GET A REFERRAL
Origins Dermatology Centre accepts referrals from physicians, nurse practitioners, and other regulated healthcare providers.To be seen at our clinic, please ask your primary care provider to submit a referral on your behalf.