Medical Expertise of Dr. Greg Sakamoto, MD
Dr. Sakamoto specializes in medical dermatology - diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Greg Sakamoto, MD
Dr. Greg K. Sakamoto, MD is a board-certified Honolulu dermatologist providing care to patients on Oahu, Hawaii at Sakamoto Dermatology
Dr. Greg Sakamoto also serves as a Clinical Instructor at the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine and practices at the Queen Emma Clinic at the Queens Medical Center, where he also devotes his time to teaching medical students and residents.
Dr. Sakamoto is a member of several esteemed medical professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology of which he is a Fellow. He also served as the Secretary/Treasurer of the Hawaii Dermatological Society.
Patient Education Resources
Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
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...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Education & Training
Dr. Sakamoto is a graduate of the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine. He then went on to complete his dermatology residency at Harvard, where he worked at the prestigious Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Beth Israel Hospital and The Children's Hospital of Boston. He served as the Chief Resident of the Harvard Dermatology Program.
Professional Affiliations
Greg K. Sakamoto, M.D. LLC
Sakamoto Dermatology is a comprehensive dermatological practice, specializing in adult and pediatric skin care. We offer evaluation and treatments of skin conditions such as skin cancers, acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, complexion problems, allergic rashes, nail and hair disorders, infections, lupus and other autoimmune connective tissue diseases.
Our practice offers the latest cosmetic treatments to improve the health and appearance of your skin including Botox Cosmetic®, Juvéderm® fillers, and chemical peels. We also offer the latest in laser technology such as BBL™ (IPL) BroadBand Photofacial Light treatments and laser hair reduction.
With deep roots in the Hawaii community, our office is located in Honolulu at Queens Medical Center – Physicians Office Building III.
Our practice offers the latest cosmetic treatments to improve the health and appearance of your skin including Botox Cosmetic®, Juvéderm® fillers, and chemical peels. We also offer the latest in laser technology such as BBL™ (IPL) BroadBand Photofacial Light treatments and laser hair reduction.
With deep roots in the Hawaii community, our office is located in Honolulu at Queens Medical Center – Physicians Office Building III.