Dr. Alizabeth Truong, MD


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Dermatology

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Alizabeth Truong
209 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
Tacoma, Washington 98405
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Alizabeth Truong, MD

Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.

About Dr. Alizabeth Truong, MD

Alizabeth L.Truong, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients at Franciscan Dermatology Associates in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr.Truong specializes in the diagnoses and treatment of skin conditions including acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, as well as skin cancer. 

Dr. Truong received her medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin in 1997 and went on to complete her Residency in Dermatology at the University of California at San Diego. 

Professional Affiliations 
  • American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), Fellow
  • American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), Fellow

Patient Education Resources

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