Brian Costello, MPAS, PA-C


Physician Assistant (PA)
Dermatology

Albuquerque Dermatology Associates, PA
5310 Homestead NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110
For an appointment, call (505) 872-4700
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About Brian Costello, MPAS, PA-C

Brian Costello PA-C joined Albuquerque Dermatology Associates after completing over 27 years in a distinguished military career retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. He has over 20 years of experience as a Physician Assistant.

PA Costello treats a wide variety of dermatology conditions. His duties include performing skin cancer screenings, biopsies, cryosurgical destruction (freezing) of precancerous growths (Actinic Keratoses), and managing chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and acne. Additionally, he has many years of experience in dermatologic surgical removal of skin cancer from a wide host of locations. PA Costello is accepting new patients and is easily accessible for both new and existing patients.

Patient Education Resources

Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
What are some tips for treating dry skin?
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...

Education & Training

Brian Costello earned his Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and the Air Force Physician Assistant program.