Dr. Deborah Atkin, MD


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Dermatology

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Dermatology & Laser of Del Mar
12865 Pointe Del Mar Way Suite 160
Del Mar, California 92014
For an appointment, call (858) 350-7546
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Deborah Atkin, MD

Dr. Atkin specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis and skin cancer.

About Dr. Deborah Atkin, MD

Dr. Deborah H. Atkin, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients at Dermatology & Laser of Del Mar. Dr. Atkin has authored a chapter in a cutaneous surgery textbook as well as numerous scientific articles, including topics on hair loss, blistering diseases, laser treatment of hyperpigmentation and photodynamic therapy, and cutaneous growth factors. She has volunteered to be the attending physician at the San Diego Veteran’s Administration (VA) Hospital and University of California, San Diego (UCSD). Dr. Atkin served as a surgical volunteer in South Africa for the African Medical Mission and is an active volunteer for the American Cancer Society and the American Liver Foundation for which she received the 2004 Combined Health Agencies San Diego Volunteer of the Year Award.

Patient Education Resources

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...
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 ...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
How much does laser tattoo removal cost?
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
What is the treatment for skin cancer?
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...

Education & Training

Dr. Atkin received her medical degree from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) where she graduated with honors in surgery and received the UCLA School of Medicine award for Outstanding Community Service. She then completed an internal medicine internship at Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation before completing her dermatology specialty training at the University of Arizona.

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