Dr. Edward Cowen, MD


Physician
Dermatology

DermAssociates, PC
10313 Georgia Avenue
Suite 309
Silver Spring, Maryland 20902
For an appointment, call (301) 681-7000
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Edward Cowen, MD

Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.

About Dr. Edward Cowen, MD

Dr. Cowen recieved his B.S. degree in Biology and Society from Cornell University and M.D. degree from the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He then went on to receive specialty training in Dermatology and serve as Chief Resident at the University of Rochester. Dr. Cowen completed a clinical research fellowship in the Dermatology Branch and Masters Program in Clinical Research at Duke University before joining the faculty as Staff Clinician at the Center for Cancer Research at the National Institutes of Health in July 2004. Dr. Cowen has been working at DermAssociates Thursday evenings and some Saturdays since 2002.

Patient Education Resources

Acne Medication Savings
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
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...
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 do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
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 ...