Medical Expertise of Dr. George Murakawa, MD
Dr. Murakawa's special interests are in both dermatological surgery and complex medical dermatology, including Mohs micrographic surgery, AIDS dermatology, CTCL, skin infections, and immunobullous diseases.
About Dr. George Murakawa, MD
Dr. Murakawa has a strong commitment to dermatology research, both in clinical dermatology and basic sciences, in which he is externally funded by the National Institute of Health. Dr. Murakawa is now focused on providing the best dermatology care for patients at Somerset Skin Centre.
Dr. Murakawa is on staff at William Beaumont Hospital, Detroit Medical Center, St. John's Hospital and Crittenton Hospital. Dr. Murakawa is the staff dermatologist for Karmanos Cancer Institute.
Dr. Murakawa is on staff at William Beaumont Hospital, Detroit Medical Center, St. John's Hospital and Crittenton Hospital. Dr. Murakawa is the staff dermatologist for Karmanos Cancer Institute.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
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...
How long does it take for a tattoo to disappear after laser tattoo removed?
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
Education & Training
Dr. Murakawa attended UCLA where he completed his B.A. and Ph.D. in Microbiology and completed medical school at Harvard Medical School.
Dr. Murakawa trained as a resident in dermatology at UCSF and was a faculty member at UCSF and Stanford University. He served as Chief of Dermatology and Residency Director at Albany Medical College.
Dr. Murakawa became Chair and Residency Director of the Department of Dermatology at Wayne State University. During his tenure at WSU, the Department of Dermatology experienced tremendous growth and improvements. He played an intimate role in rebuilding the teaching programs in dermatology, developing clinical and basic science research in the department, and revitalizing the clinical practice of the department, University Dermatology.
Dr. Murakawa trained as a resident in dermatology at UCSF and was a faculty member at UCSF and Stanford University. He served as Chief of Dermatology and Residency Director at Albany Medical College.
Dr. Murakawa became Chair and Residency Director of the Department of Dermatology at Wayne State University. During his tenure at WSU, the Department of Dermatology experienced tremendous growth and improvements. He played an intimate role in rebuilding the teaching programs in dermatology, developing clinical and basic science research in the department, and revitalizing the clinical practice of the department, University Dermatology.
