About Dr. Doyle Hansen, MD
As a Nebraska native, Dr. Doyle D. Hansen attended the University of Nebraska Medical School in Omaha. He is Board Certified in Dermatology, by the American Board of Dermatology, and in Dermatopathology by the American Board of Pathology.
Additionally, he serves as a consultant to the Pathology Department at Kaiser Hospital in San Diego; and he also served as Associate Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Dermatology, at the University of California, San Diego for 25 years. He served as interim head of the dermatopath section for 2 years.
Dr. Hansen served in the United States Navy for eight years on active duty. After service in the Navy, he entered practice with Dr. Thoene at East County Dermatology Medical Group in 1982.
At 63 years old, Dr. Hansen and has been in private practice with Dr. Michael J. Thoene in El Cajon for the past 31 years. Dr, Hansen has recently moved into a new suite of offices at 1679 East Main Street, #208.
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
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 ...
East County Dermatology Medical Group
With two locations in San Diego, California, East County Dermatology Medical Group has provided top quality dermatology care since 1979.
East County Dermatology specializes in diseases of the skin, hair and nails, which includes skin surgery, skin cancer treatment, and more.
Dr. Michael Thoene and Dr. Doyle Hansen are both Board Certified dermatologists and Diplomats of the American Board of Dermatology. Their expertise in the field of dermatology is well known and highly recommended by both patients and other physicians who frequently refer patients for care.
East County Dermatology Medical Group accepts most insurance including Medicare Assignment and those needing referrals. Contact our friendly, professional staff today, and we'll be happy to answer any questions you may have.