Dr. Arden Edwards, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Center
11125 Rockville Pike
Suite 105
Bethesda, Maryland 20852-3142
For an appointment, call (301) 530-7700
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About Dr. Arden Edwards, MD

Arden Edwards, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Bethesda area.
 

Patient Education Resources

Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
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...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
What is the best brand of botulinum toxin to improve my appearance?
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...

Education & Training

Dr. Arden Edwards  received her undergraduate degree in English at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. She then received her Doctor of Medicine degree from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, graduating with honors as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

After graduation from medical school, Dr. Edwards completed a residency in both Dermatology and Internal Medicine at the joint Georgetown University and Washington Hospital Center programs. During residency, Dr. Edwards treated patients at numerous hospitals including Georgetown University Hospital, Washington Hospital Center, Children's National Medical Center, the National Rehabilitation Hospital, and the Melanoma Center at the Cancer Institute of the Washington Hospital Center giving her a wide breadth of experience. She also attended Dermatology conferences at the National Institutes of Health.

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