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Find a dermatologist in San Antonio, TX 78209 for dermatology treatments of the skin, hair and nails.

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  • Charles Petr, MD
    230 Points

    Charles Petr, MD

    401 Austin Highway
    Suite 110
    San Antonio, TX 78209
  • Rebecca Kelso, MD 160 Points

    Rebecca Kelso, MD

    Kelso Dermatology
    7959 Broadway St, Suite 602
    San Antonio, TX 78209
  • 100 Points

    U.S. Dermatology Partners San Antonio

    401 Austin Highway
    Suite 110
    San Antonio, TX 78209
  • Edgar King, MD 50 Points

    Edgar King, MD

    7405 Broadway St
    San Antonio, TX 78209

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Live Oak (13.58 mi)
Castroville (23.65 mi)

Dermatologist Info

Dermatologist Summary: A Dermatologist specializes in skin care, hair and nail treatments. A dermatologist is concerned with maintaining healthy skin, nails and hair as well as diagnosing and treating skin conditions and diseases that can be treated with dermatology. They also correct disfigurements, blemishes and scars. You might see a dermatologist for acne, or see a dermatologist for dermatitis.

Education and training: To become a dermatologist, 4 years of medical school is required as well as a 1 year residency in dermatology training. If the student wishes to specialize in a certain area, another 3 years of training is required. You might see a dermatologist for acne, or see a dermatologist for dermatitis.


Dermatologist FAQs:
What is a

Dermatologist

?
A Dermatologist is a physician that specializes in skin, hair and nail care.

When should I see a Dermatologist?
You can see a Dermatologist for acne, dermatitis, psoriasis, scars, warts or skin cancer. You can see a cosmetic Dermatologist for cosmetic surgery.

What is a Dermatopathologist?
A Dermatopathologist is a specialized Dermatologist who focuses in skin diseases. You can also see a regular Dermatologist for treatment of skin diseases.

What are some sub specialties of dermatology?
Dermatologists may choose to specialize in treating children, treating degenerative diseases, cancer or cosmetic dermatology.

What are some common skin diseases?
Some common skin diseases are cancer, lesions, herpes, warts and various infections.

What are some common skin conditions?
Some common skin conditions are acne, rosacea, psoriasis, blisters, sunburn, eczema, hives, wrinkles and birthmarks.

When is skin surgery needed?
Skin surgery is performed to prevent or control diseases of the skin such as melanoma and other skin cancers, to diagnose diseases and conditions through biopsies, and to improve skin appearance.

How do I find a Dermatologist in my city and state?
The Wellness.com directory will help you locate a Dermatologist in your state. Select Dermatologist from the professionals menu and select the state that you are looking to locate a Dermatologist in. After you have located your state, find the city that you will need an Dermatologist in. Select the state and city and you will see a list of Dermatologists in your city and state.


Dermatologist Related Terms: skin care, nail care, hair care, acne, dermatitis, cosmetic surgery, psoriasis, scars, skin cancer, skin diseases, warts, dermatologist