Medical Expertise of Dr. Francisca Kartono, D.O.
Dr. Kartono specializes in medical and surgical dermatology, diagnosing a treating a range of skin conditions. She has particular expertise in administering phototherpy and in the treatment of skin cancer.
About Dr. Francisca Kartono, D.O.
Dr. Francisca Kartono, DO is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the greater Detroit area at Dermatology Specialists of Canton.
Dr. Kartono previously served as Assistant Clinical Professor in the Dept of Dermatology at the Wexner Ohio State University Medical Center.
Dr. Kartono has numerous dermatology publications, lectured at national meetings, and was involved with clinical trials in psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and lupus.
Dr. Kartono previously served as Assistant Clinical Professor in the Dept of Dermatology at the Wexner Ohio State University Medical Center.
Dr. Kartono has numerous dermatology publications, lectured at national meetings, and was involved with clinical trials in psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and lupus.
Conditions Treated
Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts
Patient Education Resources
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
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...
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...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
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 is the treatment for severe atopic dermatitis?
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 ...
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 ...
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
Dr. Kartono graduated with honors from UCLA and received her medical degree fromWestern University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. She then made her big move to Michigan and completed her internship at Henry Ford Hospital and her dermatology residency training at Botsford and Pontiac Osteopathic Hospitals through Michigan State University.
After completing her dermatology residency, she subsequently pursued a fellowship at the Ohio State University Medical Center with a focus on cutaneous lymphoma.
After completing her dermatology residency, she subsequently pursued a fellowship at the Ohio State University Medical Center with a focus on cutaneous lymphoma.
Hamzavi Dermatology
Hamzavi Dermatology has diagnosed and treated diseases of the skin, hair and nails for thousands of patients and hundreds of families in southeast Michigan.
Our practice covers many elements of dermatology, including medical, pediatric and surgical dermatology. We enjoy building therapeutic relationships with the entire family to ensure healthy skin for all ages. Hamzavi Dermatology has more than 30 years of experience caring for dermatology patients in southeast Michigan.
All of our physicians are board-certified dermatologists who excel in general dermatology as well as in the sub-specialties of skin cancer, surgical procedures, and pediatric and ethnic dermatology.
Our practice covers many elements of dermatology, including medical, pediatric and surgical dermatology. We enjoy building therapeutic relationships with the entire family to ensure healthy skin for all ages. Hamzavi Dermatology has more than 30 years of experience caring for dermatology patients in southeast Michigan.
All of our physicians are board-certified dermatologists who excel in general dermatology as well as in the sub-specialties of skin cancer, surgical procedures, and pediatric and ethnic dermatology.