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
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
How can a dermatologist make me appear more youthful?
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
How do I find out if I have skin cancer?
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
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 ...
What medications are used to treat acne?
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...
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
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.