About Dr. Francis Caban, MD
Dr. Caban is a graduate of the University of Puerto Rico Medical School, and a Board Certified Dermatologist. After graduating from medical school, Dr. Caban completed his internal medicine internship at SINAI Hospital of Baltimore followed by a dermatology residency at the University of Puerto Rico. He has practiced medicine since 1988 and has served the Tampa Bay region for over 20 years. Dr. Caban is the acting Medical Director at Caban Skin Institute, which he founded in 1991. Prior to that, Dr. Caban practiced dermatology at Homestead Air Force Base. He is a member of numerous professional and scientific societies including, but not limited to the American Medical Association, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Academy of Dermatology.
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 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 much does laser tattoo removal cost?
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
What is the treatment for skin cancer?
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Education & Training
- Residency: San Juan City Hospital
- Internship: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
- Medical School: University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine