After 41 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Cornatzer has retired,
and Bismarck Dermatology Center closed on May 1, 2026.
We are deeply grateful for the trust and support our patients have shown
throughout the years. It has been our privilege to care for this community.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of your care.
Medical Records
Brightside Specialty Clinics is now the official custodian of medical records for Bismarck Dermatology Center and will handle all future medical record requests.
To request your records, please contact:
Brightside Specialty Clinics
310 N. 10th Street
Bismarck, ND
Phone: 701-877-2020
Please contact Brightside Specialty Clinics directly for information about its medical-record release process and any required forms.
Your medical records remain secure and will continue to be available in accordance with applicable record-retention requirements.
Payments
Payments may still be mailed to the Bismarck Dermatology Center post office box address listed on your statement.
To make a payment by credit card or HSA card, please mail your payment information to that address. If you do not have a current statement, please include:
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Patient’s full name
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Patient’s date of birth
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Amount to be paid
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Card number
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Expiration date
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Security code
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Billing ZIP code
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Signature authorizing the payment
Please do not email credit card or HSA card information.
ED & C
At Bismarck Dermatology Center, we prioritize effective, minimally invasive treatments to address various skin conditions, including pre-cancerous lesions and certain types of skin cancer. Electrodesiccation and Curettage (ED & C) is a trusted procedure we offer to ensure your skin health and peace of mind.
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Preparation: The area is cleaned and sterilized. Local anesthesia is administered to num the area, ensuring comfort during the procedure.
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Excision: The lesion, along with a small margin of healthy skin, is carefully removed. The size of the margin depends on the type of lesion and its location.
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Closure: The wound is typically closed with sutures.
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Lab Analysis: The tissue is sent to a lab to determine if it's benign or malignant.
What
Is It?
Electrodesiccation and Curettage (ED & C) is a safe and effective method to remove abnormal skin growths.
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Curettage: The lesion is gently scraped away using a sharp surgical instrument called a curette.
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Electrodesiccation: A controlled electrical current is applied to the treated area to destroy any remaining abnormal tissue and stop bleeding.
What to
Expect
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Initial Consultation: During your visit, our dermatology experts will evaluate your skin and determine if ED & C is the best treatment for your condition.
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Procedure: After numbing the area, the lesion is carefully removed through curettage and followed by electrodesiccation. The process may be repeated a few times to ensure complete removal.
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Aftercare: You'll receive detailed instructions to care for the treated site, which typically heals within a few weeks, leaving a small, flat scar.
ED & C is ideal for treating:
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Superficial basal cell carcinoma
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Squamous cell carcinoma in situ
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Actinic keratosis
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Benign growths, such as seborrheic keratosis (in some cases)
Our team will assess your condition and recommend ED & C if it's the most appropriate option for you.
Take Charge of Your Skin Health
Prevention and early detection are the first steps to maintaining healthy skin. If you notice changes or have concerns, don't delay care. Schedule an appointment with a dermatology specialist to get the care you need.