Dr. Deidre Buddin, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Cosmetic Dermatology
Medical Expertise of Dr. Deidre Buddin, MD
Dr. Buddin specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology. She has expertise in treating acne, eczema and skin cancer and offers a range of cosmetic procedures, including botulinum toxin (Botox), dermal fillers (Juvederm) and laser surgery.
About Dr. Deidre Buddin, MD
Dr. Deidre Buddin, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the San Diego area at Dermatologist Medical Group of North County (DMG)
Dr. Buddin has served as the Secretary-Treasurer of the San Diego Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Dr. Buddin has served as the Secretary-Treasurer of the San Diego Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
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 ...
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 can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
How do I find out if I have skin cancer?
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Education & Training
Dr. Buddin is a San Diego native who received her undergraduate degree from Stanford University and her medical degree (MD) degree from New York Medical College where she graduated first in her medical school class. Dr. Buddin completed her internship in internal medicine at St. Vincent's Hospital in New York City and her dermatology residency at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) where she served as Chief Resident and received the outstanding dermatology resident of the year award two years in a row.
Professional Affiliations
Dermatologist Medical Group of North County
DMG specializes in the full spectrum of medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, including Mohs micrographic surgery and Xoft brachytherapy, which are considered the most effective treatments for common types of skin cancer. Patients are often prescribed new medications as soon as they become available, and all offi ces are outfi tted with the newest equipment. DMG offers light and laser therapy and cosmetic treatments, including Botox, fi llers, intense pulsed light, laser hair removal, microneedling, and peels.