Dr. Helen Fincher, MD
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About Dr. Helen Fincher, MD
Helen Fincher, MD, is a Board-Certified Dermatologist providing medical care to patients in the Los Angeles, California area at Fincher Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery as well as Rebecca Fitzgerald MD Dermatology.
Dr.Fincher's areas of expertise include the treatment of acne, sclerotherapy, laser treatment of birthmarks, blood vessels, and tattoos along with the latest skin rejuvenation techniques using chemical peels, Botox®, and injectable fillers.
Dr.Fincher received her MD from The University of Tennessee, Memphis. Following this, she completed her Dermatology Residency at Stanford University. She has worked in both private practice as well as in academia, serving on the faculty at Stanford University and as a clinical faculty member at UCLA.
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
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...
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...
Education & Training
- Residency: Stanford University
- Internship: University of Tennessee
- Medical School: University of Tennessee College of Medicine