Dr. Jerome Potozkin, MD
Cosmetic Dermatology,
Mohs Surgery
Medical Expertise of Dr. Jerome Potozkin, MD
About Dr. Jerome Potozkin, MD
Dr. Jerome Potozkin, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon providing care to patients in the Walnut Creek and Danville, California area at PotozkinMD Skincare Center where he serves as Founder and CEO.
Dr. Potozkin has been named to San Francisco’s “SuperDocs” on multiple occasions and is the recipient of the prestigious Sulzberger Prize at The NYU Skin & Cancer Unit. He has been quoted in the New York Times regarding skin care issues and has been featured on national television shows as an expert in cosmetic dermatology.
Dr. Potozkin has served multiple terms President of the California Society of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery (CalDerm) and currently serves on its Board of Directors. He also teaches future dermatologists at UCSF and section chair of dermatology of the John Muir Medical Center.
Dr. Jerome Potozkin published his 2018 book “Botox and Beyond: Your Guide to Safe, Nonsurgical Cosmetic Procedures".
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
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...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
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...
Professional Affiliations
Jerome R. Potozkin, M.D.
Our practice provides a full range of dermatological care for our patients. Whether you are seeking to improve your complexion, remove unwanted hair, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with Botox or Dermal Fillers, Dr. Potozskin and Dr. Ellis can help! We also offer liposuction to patients who seek to remove unwanted fat. If you are ready to open the door to a more beautiful you, contact us today!