Dr. David Fivenson, MD
General Dermatology
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Dr. Fivenson specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and management of medical dermatologic diseases, wound care, leg ulcers, foot ulcers, and vasculitis, and unusual or severe skin conditions.
Dr. Fivenson has additional expertise in immunodermatology and is a nationally recognized specialist in autoimmune skin disease, wound care (leg and foot ulcers) and cutaneous T cell lymphoma (CTCL)
About Dr. David Fivenson, MD
David Fivenson, MD is board-certified Ann Arbor dermatologist providing care to patients at Fivenson Dermatology.
Dr. Fivenson is on the editorial board of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology as well as a peer reviewer for several other dermatology journals. He participatients in clinical research has been an investigator on more than 170 clinical trials for both common and rare skin diseases.
Dr. Fivenson lectures extensively at national and international medical conferences and has been listed with Top Medical Dermatologists in America, Who's Who in America, Best Doctors in America and Castle Connelly's Top Docs.
Dr. Fivenson previously was in full time academic practice at Henry Ford Hospital from 1989-2022 and has been in private practice since while also being part of Dermatology Residency Program of St. Joseph Mercy Health System in Ann Arbor, MI.
Patient Education Resources
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 ...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to improve the appearance of the face and make it look more youthful. These treatments can include a combination of non...
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 ...
Education & Training
Dr. Fivenson grew up in Alpena Michigan before attending the University of Michigan for his undergraduate and medical degree. He then completes his Dermatology Residency at the University of Cincinnati and an additional Immunodermatology Fellowship at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD).
