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
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
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...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
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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