Patch Testing

What is Patch Testing?

Patch testing is a process used to assist in detecting contact dermatitis due to an allergic reaction. Patching can identify which substances that one has come in contact with that may be causing a delayed allergic reaction. There are no needles or blood testing involved.

How Does Patch Testing Work?

Patches with allergens are placed in groups on the back. Allergic reactions typically appear within 2 to 4 days after the allergen is applied to the skin, but can take up to a week in some cases. Allergens that are applied to the skin are tailored for each individual and their needs. There are 3 to 4 appointments that must take place. The first appointment includes applying the patches, the second appointment is for removing the patches, and the third appointment is for the readings. Some individuals may need a fourth appointment a week to ten days later for a late reading of results. The test itself is painless and simple.

Service Locations

34th and West
Anderson Lane

Providers

Simi Cadmus, MD
Courtney Scamardo, PA-C
Shirien O. Coover, PA-C
Jay A. Hendrix, MD

In your own words

Patient Testimonials

Anderson Ln.

I have seen Courtney for years and travel 2 hours to see her. She is very knowledgeable and I feel like she truly cares about my health. She’s the best!

- P.T.

Anderson Ln.

The staff is extremely attentive and professional. And Courtney is the best you’ll ever meet. Very knowledgeable, professional and caring.

- G.J.

34th & West

Shareen Coover is the practitioner I saw and she is absolutely wonderful. Her bedside manner is so lovely and she is extremely thorough when I go for my annual skin check I highly recommend this practice.

- L.M.

34th & West

I’ve been seeing Shirien Coover PA for several years. She puts me at ease, protecting my dignity and privacy during skin checks, and she is very soothing and as gentle as possible if/when she finds anything that requires removal. She also patiently answers my questions and genuinely wants me to understand the medical terminology. I also find their rates to be affordable and reasonable, which is rare and refreshing where health care costs are concerned.

- J.L.

Anderson Ln.

My appointment date was just 2 days after I called to schedule. Accessing the building was very convenient. The staff was uniformly cheerful and positive. My provider, Courtney Scamardo, PA – C,, was very knowledgeable and encouraging. She spent a lot of time me. I never felt rushed.

- P.B.

Anderson Ln.

Friendly welcoming front desk staff. Calming space. I really liked Courtney as she was warm, friendly, and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend.

- R.A.