Dr. Howard Milstein, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Cosmetic Dermatology

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La Jolla Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center
7334 Girard Avenue Ste 201
La Jolla, California 92037
For an appointment, call (858) 454-8811
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Howard Milstein, MD

Dr. Milstein specializes in medical and cosmetic Dermatology and is a leader in developing techniques for the use of lasers for the treatment of the skin and sun aging. He offers cosmetic procedures, including Lasers, Chemical Peels, Botox®, Restylane®, Juvederm®, IPL, Photorejuvenation, and Laser hair removal. Dr. Milstein has also developed a skin care plan to use Retina-A cream special moisturizers and antioxidants to slow aging of the skin and prevent skin cancers.

About Dr. Howard Milstein, MD

Dr. Howard Milstein, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients at La Jolla Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center that he founded. Dr. Milstein also serves an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at University of California San Diego (UCSD) and teaches medical students and dermatology residents. He is a member of the San Diego Dermatology Society and the San Diego Medical Society.

Patient Education Resources

Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
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...
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 nail fungus?
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...

Education & Training

After graduating from the University of Minnesota Medical School, Dr. Milstein completed his Dermatology residency at UC San Diego and Fellowships at Stanford University, the Mayo Clinic and the Scripps Clinic.