Brian Costello, MPAS, PA-C
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
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
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 ...
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
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...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
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.
