Scar and Keloid Removal

Introduction: Why Scars and Keloids Deserve a Holistic Approach

Scars and keloids are more than just cosmetic issues—they can be painful, itchy, and emotionally distressing. While traditional dermatology often focuses on surface-level solutions, we take a deeper approach.

At Patients Medical in New York City, we combine advanced aesthetic procedures with functional medicine to address both the appearance and internal causes of abnormal scar formation.

We treat the skin as a reflection of your internal healing capacity, immune balance, and overall well-being.

Our medical team—led by Dr. Rashmi Gulati—combines traditional diagnostics with functional and holistic approaches to personalize every treatment plan.

What Are Scars and Keloids?

Scars form when the skin repairs itself after an injury. For some people, the healing process can become exaggerated or dysfunctional, leading to thick, raised, or discolored tissue.

Types of Scars We Treat:

  • Hypertrophic Scars: Raised, red scars that stay within the boundary of the wound
  • Keloids: Thick, raised scars that grow beyond the original injury
  • Atrophic Scars: Sunken or pitted scars (e.g., acne scars)
  • Contracture Scars: Tight, shiny scars often from burns
    Surgical or injury-related scars

Our integrative approach works for both new and old scars, and for all skin types.

Common Symptoms That May Indicate Scar Dysfunction

Root Causes: Why Are You Prone to Scars or Keloids?

At Patients Medical, we ask why your skin is overreacting to injury. Common root contributors to abnormal scarring include:

  • Genetic predisposition (especially among those of African, Asian, or Latino descent)
  • Chronic inflammation and immune system overactivation
  • Hormonal imbalances (estrogen and cortisol influence wound healing)
  • Nutritional deficiencies (vitamin C, zinc, collagen precursors)
  • Oxidative stress and poor detoxification
  • Slow wound healing from diabetes or poor circulation
  • Infections or trauma at the wound site
  • Emotional trauma and elevated stress hormones interfering with healing

Diagnostic Testing We Use

To personalize scar therapy, we may run integrative and aesthetic assessments such as:

Skin imaging and scar mapping

Inflammatory and immune markers (CRP, histamine, cytokines)

Nutrient testing (vitamin C, zinc, collagen synthesis cofactors)

Hormonal panels (cortisol, estrogen, thyroid)

Heavy metal testing (toxins impair cellular repair)

Genetic predisposition to keloid formation

Gut health and liver detox function

Understanding your internal terrain allows us to optimize healing from the inside out.

Integrative Treatments for Scars and Keloids

Aesthetic Laser & Light Therapy

We use fractional laser, IPL, or LED phototherapy to:

  • Flatten raised scars
  • Break down excess collagen in keloids
  • Stimulate fresh, healthy skin cells
  • Reduce hyperpigmentation and redness

Microneedling & PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)

This regenerative combination boosts collagen repair and fades scar texture naturally—without surgery.

Anti-Scar IV Therapy

Custom IVs with:

  • Vitamin C
  • Glutathione
  • Zinc
  • MSM

 Support tissue healing and reduce inflammation from within.

Functional Nutrition for Skin Repair

Based on testing, we create healing protocols that may include:

  • Collagen-building amino acids
  • Antioxidants to prevent further tissue damage
  • Gut healing for better nutrient absorption
  • Sugar- and allergen-free diets (which worsen inflammation)

Botanical & Topical Formulations

We may prescribe or compound customized natural creams with:

  • Aloe vera
  • Onion extract (Allium cepa)
  • Vitamin E
  • Arnica
  • Tamanu oil

Stress & Hormone Support

We use acupuncture, adaptogens, and hormone balancing to:

  • Regulate cortisol
  • Reduce flare-ups or
  • keloid recurrence
  • Improve skin immunity

Injection Therapies (if needed)

For resistant keloids, we may offer natural or conventional intralesional therapies—always tailored for safety and results.

Real Case Study: Healing Naturally from Disfiguring Scars

Anna, 32, had multiple keloids on her shoulders and chest from acne and minor cuts. She had tried steroid injections in the past, but they kept returning.

After testing revealed chronic inflammation, gut dysbiosis, and estrogen dominance, we created a 6-month plan:

  • Gut-healing diet + targeted supplements
  • Scar-specific laser and microneedling
  • Hormone detox IV therapy
  • Daily use of a customized topical
  • Stress support using ashwagandha and acupuncture

Her keloids softened and flattened, her skin tone evened out, and no new keloids formed since.

Testimonials

Meet Our Doctors

Rashmi Gulati, MD

Medical Director of Patients Medical

Stuart Weg, MD

A holistic pain management physician

Dr. Emine Cosar, MD

Consult Dr. Emine Cosar, MD. For Gynecology

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  • Emotional Healing After Physical Scarring
  • How Integrative Medicine Transforms Skin Health

Frequently Asked Questions

 We can often flatten and fade keloids significantly, and prevent recurrence through integrative care.

 Yes, we use devices and settings tailored to all skin types to avoid pigment damage.

 We combine aesthetic tools with functional medicine to treat both visible and internal contributors to scar formation.

 We are out-of-network, but we provide superbills for potential reimbursement. Some labs may be covered.

 Only when necessary—and we often pair them with natural therapies to improve outcomes.

 Yes, we treat all types of scars, including acne, post-surgery, and traumatic scars.

 It depends on the type, depth, and age of your scars. Most patients see results within 4–6 visits.

 Managing stress, reducing inflammation, balancing hormones, and early wound care are key strategies we help you implement.

We use topical numbing and gentle techniques to ensure comfort during the session.

 Yes! We often collaborate with dermatologists and surgeons as part of your broader healing plan.

Begin Your Journey with Patients Medical

Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.

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To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you

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Patients Medical PC
1148 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1B New York, NY 10128

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