Medical Expertise of Dr. Jane Chew, MD
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Jane Chew, MD
Jane Chew, M.D., a leader in cosmetic, laser and medical dermatology for over ten years, is the founding director of Columbia Dermatology Center. Dr. Chew received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Columbia University, and then she received her Medical Degree from the College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University. She completed her Internship in Internal Medicine at New York Presbyterian Medical Center and then received her training in Dermatology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center where she also served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Chew has been a speaker at the American Academy of Dermatology and has had several publications in peer-reviewed journals in her specialty.
As a board certified Dermatologist, Dr. Chew is on staff at Howard County General Hospital, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins Medicine. She is also a clinical instructor at the University of Maryland Medical Center Department of Dermatology.
Dr. Chew participates in regular free skin cancer screening events in Howard County where she lives with her husband and two children. She enjoys travelling, running and being a girl scout troop leader.
Patient Education Resources
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...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
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...
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...
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
- Residency: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
- Internship: New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia Campus
- Medical School: Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons
Professional Affiliations
Forefront Dermatology
Conveniently located in Columbia, MD, this Forefront Dermatology clinic, is led by board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Jane Chew, offering medical and cosmetic services to the residents of Columbia, MD.