Dr. James Rheim, MD
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About Dr. James Rheim, MD
Dr. James Rheim has been in private practice for over 30 years on the Monterey Peninsula. A California native, he was born and raised in San Diego. He completed his undergraduate studies at Stanford University before moving on to Tulane Medical School in New Orleans, Louisiana. After receiving his medical degree from Tulane, he finished his dermatology residency at the University of Michigan.
Dr. Rheim specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer. He continues instruction in the general dermatology and cosmetic fields through educational training at UCLA, UCSF, UC Irvine and through his memberships with the American Academy of Dermatology, the Pacific Dermatologic Association and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery.
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...
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...
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, 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 ...
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
- Residency: University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers
- Internship: Ochsner Clinic Foundation
- Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine
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