DEAN DERMATOLOGY & WELLNESS
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE INTEGRATIVE DERMATOLOGY
Only at the Natchitoches Location
Rachel Dean, MD, FAAD, IFMCP
Text us to schedule a Complimentary Discovery Call with Dr. Dean to explain her functional medicine approach.
About US
At Dean Dermatology & Wellness, we believe your skin is a reflection of your overall
health. Our approach goes beyond surface symptoms to address the root causes of
concerns affecting your skin, hormones, metabolism, and energy.
We combine advanced dermatology with functional and lifestyle medicine to help
patients achieve optimal health at every stage of life—from thyroid optimization to
perimenopause and menopause support.
Dr. Rachel Dean, MD, FAAD, IFMCP is a Board-Certified Dermatologist and Institute
for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. She integrates evidence-based
dermatology, lifestyle medicine, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy
(BHRT)—while also using conventional medical treatments when needed—to help
patients feel and look their best, inside and out.
Our Services
- Comprehensive Medical Dermatology
- Cosmetic Dermatology & Skin Rejuvenation
- Advanced Light & Laser Therapies
- Functional Nutrition & Supplement Guidance
- Lifestyle & Stress-Management Suggestions
- Thyroid & Metabolic Health Optimization
- Perimenopause & Menopause Care
- Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
OUR APPROACH
Our philosophy is simple: treat the whole person—not just the skin.
Dr. Rachel Dean blends conventional dermatology with functional, lifestyle, and
hormone-focused medicine. This integrative approach allows patients to benefit from
the best of both worlds—natural, root-cause strategies alongside evidence-based
medical treatments when appropriate.
This approach supports:
- Skin health
- Hormonal balance
- Thyroid function
- Energy and metabolism
- Healthy aging and longevity
Your personalized plan may include lifestyle strategies, targeted nutrition, advanced lab
testing, bioidentical hormone therapy, and state-of-the-art dermatologic treatments—all
tailored to your unique biology and goals.
What to Expect
- Listen: We begin with an in-depth conversation about your skin, lifestyle, hormones, and overall health.
2. Discover: We look for root causes such as inflammation, nutrient imbalances, gut health, thyroid dysfunction, or hormonal shifts.
3. Plan: You receive a personalized, step-by-step plan using lifestyle, functional, and conventional therapies when needed.
4. Support: We partner with you over time, adjusting care as your health and vitality improve.