About Dr. Eileen Smith, MD
She has been board certified in Dermatology since 1997. She enjoys all aspects of Dermatology but has a special interest in skin cancer detection and treatment. She is involved in clinical research and presently has several clinical research trials active.She graduated from medical school in 1990. She attended the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Her internship was in Internal Medicine and her residency was in Dermatology at the University of Utah Health Sciences Center.
She enjoys teaching and has been active in educating the public and her colleges. She has published in several scientific journals and dermatology books.
She is married to Martin J. Smith and has two children, Tyler and Dylan. She lives in Walla Walla Washington and enjoys the out doors. When time permits she enjoys bicycling, skiing and hiking.
Patient Education Resources
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Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
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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...
Education & Training
- Residency: University of Utah
- Other Training: University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Other Training: University of Nebraska Medical Center; School of Medical Technology
- Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Professional Affiliations
Eastern Washington Dermatology
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