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OWNER
Dr. Michele Hughes
When Dr. Michele Hughes opened Premier Dermatology and
Skin Cancer Center in Ocean Springs in 2013, her vision went
beyond building a medical practice. She wanted to create a place
where advanced dermatologic care was paired with compassion and
personal attention.
More than a decade later, that vision has grown into a thriving
multi-provider practice serving patients across South Mississippi.
Double board-certified in dermatology and Mohs micrographic
surgery, Hughes specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing
skin cancer while providing comprehensive medical, surgical,
pediatric, and cosmetic dermatology services. Her
advanced training in Mohs surgery allows her to treat
many skin cancers while preserving as much healthy
tissue as possible, particularly in cosmetically sensitive
areas.
Hughes has also built her practice around
relationships, creating an environment where
patients feel heard, supported, and comfortable
during what can be stressful medical experiences.
Her commitment to service extends to veterans
and military families through care provided in
partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans
Affairs and Tricare.
As both a physician and a business owner, Hughes
continues to balance patient care, leadership,
innovation, and growth while remaining focused on the
principle that inspired her from the beginning—providing
exceptional care and treating every patient with compassion.
5935 Washington Ave., Ste. A, Ocean Springs
228.215.0669 | www.premierdermclinic.com
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