About Dr. David Cleaver, DO
Dr. David Cleaver, DO was born in San Diego, California. He graduated from Kirksville High School in 1998. He completed his training at the St. Joseph Mercy Health System in Michigan and returned back to his hometown of Kirksville to join his father’s practice in 2010. Dr. David and his wife have a daughter and son and he enjoys spending all of his free time with them.
Dr. Cleaver is currently an assistant professor of dermatology at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine/A.T. Still University. He is the Third Vice-President for the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology. Dr. David is currently the Program Director for the dermatology residency training program Northeast Regional Medical Center/ Still OPTI.
Dr. Cleaver is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology in Dermatology and Mohs Surgery. He practices general dermatology with an interest in rural dermatology and psoriasis. He performs many different types of dermatological surgery. He has a special interest in cosmetic dermatology including botulinum toxins, dermal fillers and multiple types of lasers.
Patient Education Resources
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Education & Training
Dermatology Residency
- St. Joseph Mercy Health System - Michigan State University, Ann Arbor, MI
Internship
- Richmond Heights/Case Western University Hospital, Cleveland, OH
Medical Education
- Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine/ AT Still University of Health Sciences
Undergraduate Education
- Truman State University - BS in Biology
Professional Affiliations
Cleaver Dermatology
Since 1986 Cleaver Dermatology has been providing the best dermatologic care to patients in Northern Missouri and Southern Iowa. We care for patients in Kirksville and all outlying areas including, but not limited to Chillicothe, Brookfield, Moberly, Macon, Bloomfield, Fairfield and many others. Dr. Lloyd, Dr. David, and Dr. Jonathan’s experience in dermatology is coupled with genuine concern for their patients. All of our staff is dedicated to your comfort and prompt, attentive customer service. Our goal is to help you achieve and maintain healthy skin and therefore, a healthier you.