About Dr. Gail Westhoven, MD
Gail Westhoven, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing medical and cosmetic dermatology care to patients in the Birmingham area at Associated Dermatologists.
Dr. Westhoven is a Birmingham native and has spent most of her life in the area. After graduating from Vestavia Hills High School, she attended Auburn University from which she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree.
Dr. Westhoven then completed her medical degree (MD) with honors at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. She then completed her dermatology residency training at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. In 1999, she returned to Birmingham where she joined Dr. Larry Sampson in his longstanding practice, Associated Dermatologists.
Dr. Westhoven is Past President of the Alabama Dermatology Society where she has also served as Secretary and Vice president. Professional Affiliations
Dr. Westhoven is a Birmingham native and has spent most of her life in the area. After graduating from Vestavia Hills High School, she attended Auburn University from which she graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree.
Dr. Westhoven then completed her medical degree (MD) with honors at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. She then completed her dermatology residency training at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. In 1999, she returned to Birmingham where she joined Dr. Larry Sampson in his longstanding practice, Associated Dermatologists.
Dr. Westhoven is Past President of the Alabama Dermatology Society where she has also served as Secretary and Vice president. Professional Affiliations
- American Association of Dermatology (AAD)
- Jefferson County Medical Society
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Associated Dermatologists
Associated Dermatologists was founded in 1972, and since then we have strived to deliver the most current advances in dermatologic care to Birmingham and the surrounding area. When you visit us, our well-qualified and caring staff is ready to greet you with a smile and take care of your every need in an efficient manner. We take pride in excellent service and quality care and look forward to your visit.