Dr. Howard Gerber, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Dermatopathology


Bellaire Dermatology Associates
6565 West Loop South, Suite 800
Bellaire, Texas 77401
For an appointment, call (713) 661-4383
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About Dr. Howard Gerber, MD

Howard Gerber, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Houston metropolitan area.

In addition to seeing clinic patients, he also serves as a consultant Dermatopathologist to various clinical laboratories in the Houston area.

Conditions Treated

Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts

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...
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 ...
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
What is the treatment for rosacea affecting my eyes?
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
What is the treatment for skin cancer?
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...

Education & Training

After receiving his B.S. in psychology from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gerber returned to Houston and earned his M.D. from the University of Texas Medical School. Following an internship in Transitional Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, he completed his Dermatology residency.

He completed additional Fellowship training in Dermatopathology, a subspecialty of Pathology and Dermatology that integrates clinical information with microscopic observations for the interpretation of skin biopsies, at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.

Bellaire Dermatology Associates

For over 18 years, Bellaire Dermatology has cared for Houstonians by providing the latest proven treatments to protect and improve their skin. At Bellaire Dermatology we are committed to providing the finest care through personalized, individual attention and progressive treatment strategies in the fields of medical and cosmetic dermatology. We offer the most current and effective therapies in both pediatric and adult dermatology in a patient-friendly environment