Dr. Janice Washburn, MD
Physician
Dermatology
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About Dr. Janice Washburn, MD
Janice Cleveland Washburn, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist providing dermatology care to patients in the Wellesley, Massachusetts area at Adult & Pediatric Dermatology, PC.
Dr.Washburn joined Adult and Pediatric Dermatology, PC in 2015 and specializes in general adult medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.
Dr. Washburn completed her undergraduate education at Brown University and received her medical degree at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. In 1992, she completed her residency at Tufts University/Boston University Dermatology Program where she was named Chief Dermatology Resident.
Professional Affiliations
Dr.Washburn joined Adult and Pediatric Dermatology, PC in 2015 and specializes in general adult medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.
Dr. Washburn completed her undergraduate education at Brown University and received her medical degree at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. In 1992, she completed her residency at Tufts University/Boston University Dermatology Program where she was named Chief Dermatology Resident.
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Dermatology
- Massachusetts Medical Society
- Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology
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...
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...
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
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 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...
What medications are used to treat acne?
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...
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: Boston University Medical Center
- Internship: University of Massachusetts
- Medical School: University of Massachusetts Medical School
