Dr. Gina Brown, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Alaska Center for Dermatology
3340 Providence Dr.
Suite 358
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
For an appointment, call (907) 646-8500
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About Dr. Gina Brown, MD

Dr. Brown is a board-certified dermatologist and pediatrician with specialized training in the diagnosis and management of pediatric skin conditions. Her medical interests include birthmarks (hemangiomas, port wine stains, congenital nevi), genetic skin disorders, atopic dermatitis, pediatric dermatologic surgery, and providing care to underserved populations in the U.S. and abroad.
Dr. Brown received her medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine. She completed residencies in pediatrics and dermatology at the University of Colorado, followed by a fellowship in pediatric dermatology at Oregon Health & Science University. She spent time in Guatemala, Tanzania, Lesotho and Botswana during her medical training. Outside of work, Dr. Brown enjoys spending time with her husband and daughters, yoga, hiking, biking and snowboarding. She also enjoys (really) long-distance cycling, with her longest ride being from San Francisco to Washington D.C.

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 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...
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...
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...
What is the treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
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...

Alaska Center for Dermatology

To help fill Alaska’s need for a cutting-edge, comprehensive clinic offering both medical and cosmetic dermatology, Dr. Peter Ehrnstrom opened the Alaska Center for Dermatology in Anchorage, Alaska, in 2003. Since then, he has worked to bring some of the area’s brightest dermatologists and other dermatology professionals to his practice. Today, the Alaska Center for Dermatology is home to six medical doctors and two physician assistants as well as a friendly support staff. Together we offer a full range of dermatology services for people of all ages.