Dr. Francis Barber, Jr., MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Dermatopathology
About Dr. Francis Barber, Jr., MD
Francis Barber MD is a board-certified dermatologist and providing care to patients in Poway and the greater San Diego area.
Dr. Barber is certified for special competency in dermatopathology by the American Boards of Pathology and Dermatology. He has held teaching positions at Naval Hospitals San Diego and Bethesda as well as a volunteer position at Georgetown University School of Medicine.
Patient Education Resources
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
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 ...
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 ...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
What are some basic acne skin care tips?
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
What is the treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?
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...
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
Dr. Barber graduated from the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in three years with a B.S. in International Economics. His career goals changed and he spent a year accumulating extra science courses and was admitted to the Georgetown University School of Medicine. After obtaining his MD degree and having participated in the Navy medical scholarship program Dr. Barber did his medical internship at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda. He then served as a general medical officer in Lakehurst, New Jersey before doing his dermatology residency at Naval Hospital San Diego. He served as a dermatologist at Naval Hospital Corpus Christi, Texas and Bethesda ,MD. While in Bethesda, Dr. Barber completed a dermatopathology fellowship at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology.
Professional Affiliations
Bernardo Dermatology Medical Group, Inc.
Bernardo Dermatology Medical Group strives to provide you with a personalized experience that is unparalleled in care, comfort and compassion. Our distinguished dermatologists comprise the most highly experienced and educated team in dermatology today.