Dr. Bernard Recht, MD


Physician
Dermatology

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California Skin Institute
603 S. Knickerbocker Drive
Sunnyvale, California 94087
For an appointment, call (408) 736-0441
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About Dr. Bernard Recht, MD

Dr. Recht was born and raised in the foggy Sunset District of San Francisco, California, where he attended Lowell High School. He graduated with a degree in Bacteriology and Immunology from U.C. Berkeley, and completed a Ph.D. degree in Immunochemistry from Mt Sinai – CUNY, while completing his research at NYU in New York City. Dr. Recht received his medical training at Mt. Sinai Medical Center and did his internship at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena, California. A residency and a research fellowship in dermatology were done at Stanford University.

Bernard Recht, MD, Ph.D. is Board Certified in Dermatology. He is on the staff of El Camino Hospital, is a Clinical Instructor at the Palo Alto Veteran’s Hospital, and an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Stanford University Medical Center.

Sunnyvale Dermatology was founded by Dr. Recht in 1987, and in 2008 moved to its current location on Knickerbocker Drive. This clinic will now merge into CSI and become the premier Sunnyvale location.

Patient Education Resources

Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
What is the treatment for rosacea affecting my eyes?
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
What is the treatment for severe atopic dermatitis?
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
What medications are used to treat acne?
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...

Education & Training

  • Residency: Stanford University
  • Internship: Huntington Memorial Hospital
  • Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Professional Affiliations

California Skin Institute

Our Sunnyvale California Skin Institute location is conveniently situated between Palo Alto and Santa Clararight off of El Camino Real and addresses all of your medical and cosmetic dermatology needs. The office has advanced laser technologies and a wide range of cosmetic skincare treatments. They offer treatments to meet all of your skincare needs, including, but not limited to, facial volume enhancement, Botox, Dysport, varicose vein removal, laser hair removal, Fraxel repair, CoolSculpting, PRP hair growth treatment and more. Our medical professionals are also experienced in treating medical dermatology conditions such as skin cancer, rosacea, eczema, acne using the latest technology available. Specialized techniques in advanced dermatology including laser surgery and cosmetic procedures are also provided. The Sunnyvale office also services surrounding cities in the greater Palo Alto region.