About Dr. Emily Jong, MD
Folsom Dermatology co-founder Dr. Emily Jong brings over 12 years of experience in medical and surgical dermatology to the practice.
Dr. Jong earned her medical degree at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine. She completed her internship at the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine, followed by residency at University Hospitals of Cleveland/Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. During her residency, Dr. Jong also participated in an ASDS Dermatologic Surgery Preceptorship through the University of California, Los Angeles.
Born in Missouri and raised in Oregon, Dr. Jong moved to California to attend the University of California, Santa Barbara, where she earned an undergraduate degree in Microbiology.
Prior to founding Folsom Dermatology, Dr. Jong practiced as Senior Partner in Dermatology at Kaiser Permanente in Roseville, California. There she served five years as Chief and Assistant Chief of the Department of Dermatology. Her tenure at Kaiser Permanente also provided the opportunity to work closely with her Folsom Dermatology co-founder, Dr. Patti Satterfield, for nine years. Dr. Jong has expertise in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.
Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, Dr. Jong is pleased to serve a wide range of patients from children to adults and seniors. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters in Granite Bay, as well as fitness activities.
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
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 ...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
Folsom Dermatology
Folsom Dermatology is a comprehensive dermatology practice providing state-of-the-art medical, cosmetic and surgical dermatologic care. Our board certified dermatologists, Dr. Emily Jong and Dr. Patti Satterfield, and Physician Assistant Amy Zmyslinski, offer a wide range of services and professional expertise that incorporates the latest clinical knowledge and treatments for pediatric and adult populations.