Josh Embry, PA-C, certified Physician Assistant, earned a Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) from Towson University in Baltimore, Maryland. He was recognized for his academic achievements, and was nominated to the dean’s list.
Josh has received specialized training in Dermatology and has practiced Dermatology since 2006. He is qualified to perform a comprehensive Dermatological examination, diagnose, treat and prescribe appropriate medical therapy for all dermatologic needs. He takes a special interest in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers and pre-cancers. Josh is well experienced in performing medical procedures such as biopsies and excisions, as well as cosmetic procedures including Botox treatments, filler injections (Juvederm and Radiesse), laser treatment, etc..

Josh is certified by the National Commission of Certification for Physician Assistants and licensed through the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. His professional memberships include the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Josh continues to expand his knowledge base through regular Continued Medical Education.

February Specials

All Procedures are done by Dr. Roopal Bhatt, board-certified Dermatologist.

Botox® Blast

• $10/unit Botox for current patients *

• $9/unit Botox for New Patients*!

• Click HERE to learn how to save $200 on Botox in a year!

Filler/Botox®

• Buy 1 large syringe of filler (Juvederm or Radiesse), get 10 units of Botox for Free ($120 Value)**

• Buy 2 large syringes, get 25 units of Botox for FREE ($300 Value)**

Chemical Peels

• $89 Obagi Blue Radiance Peel (normally $125)

*Must purchase more than 35 units.

**Must be used at the same appointment. Specials valid Febraury Only.

Call Today! 512-4PT-DERM (478-3376)

All procedures are done by Dr. Roopal Bhatt, board-certified Dermatologist

• All procedures have to be completed in the same visit.
• All quantities while supplies last.
• All specials valid February 2012 only.
• For the woman who has everything – Gift Certificates available!
• Call and schedule your appointment by 2/14/12, and receive a FREE travel-sized Obagi product of your choice at your appointment.

All Procedures are done by Dr. Roopal Bhatt, board-certified Dermatologist.

Radiesse® Filler – Up to $275 Off!

• $50 off per syringe (through manufacturer)

• Mix and match 2 syringes of Radiesse® and be eligible for a Gift Certificate* of up to $175!

Juvéderm® Filler and Botox®

• Buy 2 syringes of Juvéderm® and receive either:

(A) 20 units of Botox® FREE ($240 Value) OR (B) $175 Gift Certificate*

Obagi® Skincare Products

• Buy over $200 worth of Obagi® products and receive either:

(A) FREE ElastiLash® Lash Lengthener ($60 Value) OR (B) Become eligible for Gift Certificate* promotion listed below.

Laser Hair Removal**

• Buy one area, get upper lip or chin for FREE.

Earn Your Gift Certificate of up to $175!

• Purchase $200+ in products or procedures, get a $20 gift certificate*
• Purchase $500+, get a $75 gift certificate*
• Purchase $1,000 or more, get a $175 gift certificate*

*Gift Certificates to be used on future services and/or products; cannot be used on laser services.

**Not applicable for Gift Certificate promotion.

Call Today! 512-4PT-DERM (478-3376)

All procedures are done by Dr. Roopal Bhatt, board-certified Dermatologist

• All procedures have to be completed in the same visit.
• All quantities while supplies last.
• All specials valid January 2012 only.
• Maximum Gift Certificate per patient of $175 for month of January

December Specials

All Procedures are done by Dr. Roopal Bhatt, board-certified Dermatologist.

Botox® Blast

Holiday pricing at $10/unit (*when 35 or more units purchased)
$50 off via Brilliant Distinctions (*through manufacturer) Learn more about Botox.

Radiesse® Filler

$50 off per syringe (*through manufacturer)
$125 additional gift certificate for future Four Points Dermatology products/procedures) upon purchase of two large syringes

Obagi® Skincare Products

All Obagi® 10% Off
Get Free ElastiLash® Lash Lengthener ($60 Value) with purchase of an Obagi® kit (ClenziDerm®, NuDerm Fx®, or CRX Fx®)

Happy Holidays Package (up to $400+ Savings!)

Purchase 2 large syringes of filler and at least 30 units of Botox® and receive a FREE Latisse® starter kit ($120 Value); while supplies last.

Laser Hair Removal

Buy one area, get upper lip or chin for FREE.

(All specials valid December 2011)

** All procedures are done by Dr. Roopal Bhatt, board-certified Dermatologist

• All procedures have to be completed in the same visit
• All quantities while supplies last
• MUST BRING in COUPON OR COUPON CODE – No exceptions please

Please bring in Ad or Mention Coupon Code: “HolidaySpecialsFPD”

November Specials

All Procedures are done by Dr. Roopal Bhatt, board-certified Dermatologist.

Radiesse®

$50 off: $50 off first Radiesse syringe and $200 off total with purchase of second large Radiesse syringe. (*$50 rebate per syringe is through the manufacturer)

Botox®

$50 off: Receive a $50 rebate on Botox Cosmetic treatment. Learn more about Botox. (*$50 rebate is through the manufacturer’s Brilliant Distinctions program)

Latisse®

$40 off: Get a $40 rebate on Latisse prescription eyelash lengthening through 11/30/11 (*$40 rebate is through the manufacturer, credit card only)

Obagi® Kits

10% off: Get 10% off our Obagi Kits (NuDerm Fx for rejuvenation and acne, CRX Fx our anti-oxidant line, and the Clenziderm acne system)

Obagi® Blue Radiance

$89 Peel: Obagi Blue Radiance Peels for photo-aging, acne, improving skin texture – $89 per peel (usual retail value is $135)

** All procedures are done by Dr. Roopal Bhatt, board-certified Dermatologist

• All procedures have to be completed in the same visit
• All quantities while supplies last
• MUST BRING in COUPON OR COUPON CODE – No exceptions please

Please bring in Ad or Mention Coupon Code: “NovemberSpecialsFPD”

Fall Back into Savings (Specials valid until 10/14/2011) Botox® $10 per unit: For one month only!  Botox® is $10 per unit until 10/14/2011 (must get more than 30 units).  Injections are performed by Dr. Roopal Bhatt, board certified dermatologist. Juvéderm® or Radiesse® $150 off: Buy large-sized Juvéderm or Radiesse® syringe, get the second syringe $150 off (must be used the same day). Bring a Friend $50 off: Bring a friend and you both get $50 off cosmetic service(s) if you both participate. Obagi® Sunscreen Free small Obagi® sunscreen: Mention this email and get a free small Obagi® sunscreen at your next appointment. Call today to make your appointment! Must mention this email to receive Fall Specials pricing. Four Points Dermatology 6618 Sitio Del Rio Blvd Suite D101 Austin, TX 78730 Ph: 512-4PT-DERM (478-3376) Fax: 512-478-3375 www.FourPointsDermatology.com ***All prices listed above valid 9/20/11 thru 10/14/2011 only***

Our Staff Our goal is to provide the most comprehensive, individualized, and positive dermatologic care for patients of all ages and skin types. By empowering patients through education, we will foster the general health of the individual, the family, and the community in a modern and eco-friendly environment.

Green Building We have put much thought and effort into our hand-picked site, architectural plans, and building materials. Our goal is to increase work and resource efficiency to provide improved patient care while still being environmentally-conscious.

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The American Academy of Dermatology recommends that you “Check your birthday suit on your birthday!”© After looking over your skin, call your dermatologist as soon as possible if any of your moles or pigmented spots exhibit:

One half doesn’t match the appearance of the other half.

The edges are irregular, raged, or blurred.

The color or pigmentation is not uniform and/or has shades of tan, brown, or black; is sometimes white, red, or blue

The size of the mole is greater than 1/4 inch (6 mm), about the size of a pencil eraser.

The mole over time changes shape, size, color, etc.

***This information is for general educational uses only. It may not apply to you and your specific medical needs. This information should not be used in place of a visit, call, consultation with or the advice of your physician or health care professional. Communicate promptly with your physician or other health care professional with any health-related questions or concerns.

But in our society, too much of a good thing has villainized the humble adipocyte. Fat has become the social public enemy number one. There is a $60+ billion dollar industry developed now for weight loss to try to fight, trick, destroy, or cut out this unsightly layer of our bodies. Have we been underestimating the powers of this cell all along?

The average adult has about 30 billion fat cells, or about 30 pounds of fat. Adipocytes can hold up to four times their normal volume of triglycerides and/or cholesteryl esters before needing to divide. And we are horrified to realize that they do not decrease in number even when we lose the weight.

Fat is metabolically active. It does not lay dormant until its energy stores are suddenly needed. Rather, it constantly obtains and releases triglycerides from and into the blood stream to maintain a steady level of fatty acids in the bloodstream for energy for other body organs. In addition to a multitude of hormones and regulatory chemicals, fat is also a source of estrogen and leptin (a hormone that regulates appetite and energy metabolism) and plays a role in insulin homeostasis (for the regulation of blood glucose levels).

As our diets and lifestyles becomes “hypercaloric,” over 1.1 billion people in the world are now overweight, with almost 400 million people fitting the definition of obesity. We are newly amidst an intense epidemic of our own lifestyle-driven health issues, from heart disease to diabetes and its many complications.

Even our children are being affected by the “Diabesity” epidemic. Medically, there has been a sharp increase in the incidence of juvenile-onset diabetes, high cholesterol, early puberty in girls, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. Psychosocially, poor self-image, body consciousness, eating disorders, and social ostracism is facing the younger overweight generation. Our children are getting mixed messages from the food industry and the entertainment industry – should they hide how much they are eating, eat nothing and become food- or exercise-bulimics, or eat only one hamburger all day as a compromise?

How do we get control back and fight this public health threat? As usual knowledge is power. Talk to your primary doctor to get started. Your physician can do basic blood work and vital sign measurements, with height and weight measurements to also ascertain the body mass index. Waist circumference above 35 inches for women and 40 inches for men, blood pressure above 130/85, triglyceride levels about 150mg/dL, “good” HDL levels below 40mg/dL for men and 50mg/dL for women, and fasting blood glucose level above 100mg/dL increase the risk for something called the Metabolic Syndrome (aka Insulin Resistance Syndrome). If you meet three of the above criteria, you may have the metabolic syndrome, which represents level of risk of an individual for coronary artery disease and diabetes.

Weight loss to decrease the BMI to below 25 via diets low in saturated and trans fats and cholesterol and routine exercise should dramatically decrease the risk of the metabolic syndrome by decreasing abdominal circumference, blood pressure, triglyceride and “bad” LDLs, and blood sugar levels. It is of course much easier said than done, but this is the month to start taking control.

Roopal Bhatt, MD is a dermatologist starting practice in the Four Points area.

For questions or more information, email her at contact@fourpointsdermatology.com