Medical Expertise of Dr. Carl Thornfeldt, MD
He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases
About Dr. Carl Thornfeldt, MD
He authored the book Ideal Skin Health.
While running his private practice and conducting research, Dr. Thornfeldt has co-founded and held the position of CEO at several privately and publicly held biopharmaceutical technology companies.
Dr. Thornfeldt has presented at numerous international, national and regional scientific meetings.
In 2003 and 2005, Dr. Thornfeldt was selected as one of the top 50 doctors in the U.S. by The Sinatra Health Report. He is the only dermatologist on the list.
Patient Education Resources
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...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
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...
The best treatment for warts will depend on the type and location of the wart, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Some common treatment options for warts include:Salicylic ac...
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...
Education & Training
- Residency: University of California San Diego
- Internship: Naval Medical Center
- Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
Professional Affiliations
CT Derm PC
We believe that your choice to call this area your home should not prevent you from having the highest quality of dermatological care. You deserve to experience a better quality of life by seeing your skin issues resolved. CT Derm's goal is to provide proper diagnosis and aggressive treatment to each and every patient for the sole purpose of optimizing your skin.