Dr. Arlene A. Rozzelle, MD is a trauma surgeon in Detroit, MI specializing in trauma surgery, spinal cord injury medicine and plastic surgery. Dr. Arlene A. Rozzelle, MD is affiliated with Detroit Medical Center (DMC) and Wayne State University Physician Group (WSUPG).
3901 Beaubien 3rd Floor - Carls Building
Detroit, MI 48201
Skin Grafting
When a large area of skin is too damaged to heal, a skin graft may be used to protect the tissue underneath and reduce scarring. A layer of healthy skin is taken and moved to the injured area, where it is fixed in place. Skin grafts are used to treat burns, infections, large wounds, ulcers, and other significant problems that affect the skin.
There are several different types of skin graft, depending on where the donor skin is taken from:
In all cases, the skin graft may either be full-thickness or partial-thickness. While thicker grafts make recovery more difficult for the donor site, they heal more easily than thinner grafts.
Before skin graft surgery, patients are given anesthesia so they cannot feel any pain. If using an autograft, the surgeon carefully measures and removes the skin from the donor site. Sometimes the graft is cut in a mesh-like pattern, to allow a small piece of donated skin to stretch and cover a larger area. This also helps oxygen pass through the graft. The site where the skin graft will go is cleaned well to remove any dirt, bacteria, or dead skin cells. Then the skin graft is placed and attached with stitches or staples. It is often covered with antibacterial ointment and supportive bandages for the first few days.
As the skin graft heals into its new position, new blood vessels grow to reach and support the skin. Depending on the thickness of the graft, oil glands, sweat glands, and hair follicles may also regrow. Recovery time depends on the thickness of the graft and the overall health of the skin in the grafted area, but it generally takes from two to four weeks.
Skin Issues
The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.
Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.
Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.
Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.
Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.
Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.
Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.
Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.
She is certified by the ABMS Plastic Surgery and has a state license in Michigan.
Board Certification: ABMS Plastic Surgery
Licensed In: Michigan
Dr. Arlene A. Rozzelle, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Arlene A. Rozzelle, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Priority Health PPO, Priority Health, Blue Preferred Plus, AmeriHealth, Medicare Advantage, AARP, McLaren Health Plan, MultiPlan, HAP PPO, United Healthcare Select Plus POS, HAP HMO, HAP Preferred Health Plan Medicare PPO, United Healthcare Select EPO, HAP/AHL EPA, HAP Preferred Health Plan EPA, United Healthcare Options PPO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO, United Healthcare Choice Plus POS, Aetna, United Healthcare Navigate, United Healthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Molina Healthcare, HAP POS, HealthSmart, United Healthcare Navigate Plus, HealthCare USA, HAP Medicare Senior Plus HMO, Cofinity, Komen Fund-Breast Cervical Cancer Care Program, PHP - PPO, Trusted HP- f/k/a Harbor Health Plan-Advantage HMO, BCN Local Network Southeast, HAP ASO POS, HAP Caresource f/k/a Midwest MI Health Link Dual Demo Prog., Meridian Complete Dual-My Health Link D-SNP, HAP Caresource f/k/a Midwest Health Plan MIChild, Trusted Health Plan- f/k/a Harbor Health Plan MI Child, BCBSM Metro Detroit EPO, PHP - POS, Meridian Health Plan of Michigan- MIChild, Blue Cross Complete, KCC Colon Rectal, Meridian Complete, Community Care Associates - Healthchoice Plan of Michigan, BCBSM Traditional, Commonwealth Care Alliance of Michigan, BCBSM Trust, Total Health Care Healthy MI Plan, KCC Bone Marrow Transplant, AHL - PPO, Meridian Choice- f/k/a Meridian Health Plan of MI-Gold, HAP ASO HMO, BCN- Commercial, KCC Breast Cervical Cancer Care Program, Humana HMOx-Commercial Plan/No Membership Required, Zelis HealthCare f/k/a Stratose, BCN- Advantage, AHL - POS, DMC Renal Transplant and Harbor Healthy MI Plan.
According to our sources, Dr. Arlene A. Rozzelle, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
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Novadaq Technologies Inc. |
$44
DERMACELL $44 |
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PolarityTE, Inc. |
$13
SkinTE $13 |
Food and Beverage | $58 |
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Dr. Arlene Rozzelle is a medical specialist in plastic surgery, spinal cord injury medicine, and trauma surgery. Her areas of expertise include cleft lip and palate, benign tumor, and vascular (blood vessel) problems. Dr. Rozzelle seems to be an in-network provider for United Healthcare Navigate, Cofinity, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. Her professional affiliations include Detroit Medical Center (DMC) and Wayne State University Physician Group (WSUPG).