Dr. Abbe Zhuang, MD, FACMS
Mohs Surgery
About Dr. Abbe Zhuang, MD, FACMS
Dr. Anne R. Zhuang is a board-certified dermatologist with advanced fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery and cosmetic/laser dermatology.
Dr. Zhuang grew up in Colorado and graduated from Stanford University with a major in Biological Sciences. She earned her Medical Degree from Duke University, where she received a full-merit scholarship. She then returned to California and completed her Dermatology residency at the University of California San Diego, where she acted as a Chief Resident during her final year. After residency, Dr. Zhuang went on to pursue fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery at the University of California Davis as well as in cosmetic and laser dermatology with Dr. Suzanne Kilmer at the Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Northern California.
Dr. Zhuang is a member of multiple professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery, and American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. She has lectured extensively at meetings for these organizations and is the author of several peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters.
Dr. Zhuang’s areas of expertise include skin cancer surgery and laser and cosmetic dermatology.
In her free time, Dr. Zhuang enjoys skiing, traveling, and spending time with her husband and daughter.
“I always strive to artistically achieve a patient’s aesthetic goals, whether that is enhancing one’s natural beauty, improving areas of concern, or aging gracefully.”
Conditions Treated
Procedures & Services
Tips & Wisdom
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Patient Education Resources
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Education & Training
BOARD CERTIFICATION
American Board of Dermatology, 2015
American Board of Dermatology, Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery, 2021
MEDICAL DEGREE
Doctor of Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine, 2011
RESIDENCY
Division of Dermatology, University of California, San Diego, 2012-2015
FELLOWSHIP
Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology, University of California, Davis
ASDS Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery, Laser & Skin Surgery Center of Northern California
AFFILIATIONS
Diplomat, American Board of Dermatology
Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology
Fellow, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
Fellow, American College of Mohs Surgery
Fellow, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Golden State Dermatology Berkeley
Golden State Dermatology is a comprehensive medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology network with locations throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and Central Valley.