Opening August 12, 2026

Comprehensive Medical Dermatology for Patients of All Ages

We are almost ready! Online appointment scheduling in now available. We look forward to welcoming our first patients on August 12th.

Now Accepting Medicare and Aetna, Cash Pay, Anthem BC: Coverage effective Aug 26,2026

Additional insurance contracts are currently in progress and accepted insurance plans will be announced as they become available

Our Services

At Atlas Valley Dermatology, we provide comprehensive medical dermatology care for patients of all ages and skin types. We diagnose and treat a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, rashes, skin infections, hair loss, and nail disorders.

We are dedicated to the prevention and early detection of skin cancer through comprehensive skin examinations, evaluation of new or changing moles and lesions, skin biopsies, and treatment of precancerous and cancerous skin conditions.

Whether you're managing a chronic skin condition, concerned about a new or changing spot, or simply due for a routine skin examination, our goal is to provide personalized, evidence-based care in a welcoming and compassionate environment.

Latest Updates

Our doors open August 12, 2026, and online appointment scheduling is now available!

Currently Accepting:

  • Medicare

  • Aetna

  • Cash-Pay

  • Anthem Blue Cross ( schedule online now for appointments on or after August 26,2026)

Additional insurance plans are currently in process and will be announced as they become available.

Thank you for your support- we look forward to caring for our community!

— Atlas Valley Dermatology

Our Story

After 27+ years in medicine, opening Atlas Valley Dermatology is more than a career move — it is a calling. God placed this vision on my heart to create a dermatology practice rooted in compassion, integrity, and genuine care for the people of our Valley. This community has shaped my life, supported my family, and trusted me with their health for decades. Serving here is both an honor and a responsibility I do not take lightly.

I believe healthcare should feel personal and consistent. You deserve a provider who listens, who remembers your story, and who walks alongside you — not just for one visit, but for years to come.

Atlas Valley Dermatology was built on faith, experience, and a deep love for this community. Our mission is simple: to care for you with excellence, kindness, and unwavering commitment.

Because this isn’t just where we work — it’s home. And caring for our community is not just our profession, it’s our purpose.

— Atlas Valley Dermatology

Meet the Provider

April Matthews, FNP-C, DCNP

Double Board-Certified in Family Medicine and Dermatology

With more than 27 years of medical experience, I have dedicated my career to caring for patients across every stage of life. Throughout those years, one truth has remained constant: medicine is most powerful when it is personal.

As a long-standing member of this community, opening Atlas Valley Dermatology is both a professional milestone and a deeply personal calling. This Valley is home. My family is here, my roots are here, and I am committed to providing consistent, high-quality dermatologic care to the people who live and work alongside me every day.

As a double board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner, my approach combines evidence-based medicine with compassionate listening and individualized treatment plans. I believe patients deserve a provider who values their trust, understands their goals, and remains a steady presence throughout their healthcare journey.

Atlas Valley Dermatology was built on faith, integrity, and a genuine desire to serve this community with excellence. It is truly an honor to care for you and your family.

Medical Director

Dr. Christopher Villard has served the Visalia community in dermatology for more than 48 years. While now retired from active patient care, Dr. Villard continues to support Atlas Valley Dermatology in the role of Medical Director and Clinical Consultant. He will not be seeing patients or providing in-office care, but remains available for protocol oversight, quality assurance, and consultation on complex dermatologic cases in collaboration with April Matthews, FNP-C, DCNP. His decades of experience and commitment to high standards of patient care continue to be a valued resource for the practice.