Dr. John Chen, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Mohs Surgery
Medical Expertise of Dr. John Chen, MD
Dr. Chen specializes in surgical dermatology with particular expertise in the use of Mohs Surgery for the treatment of skin cancer. He also offers a range of laser procedures for the treatment of skin conditions and aging skin.
About Dr. John Chen, MD
Dr. John Chen is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic and reconstructive surgeon. He joined the group of HealthySkin Dermatology in 2004 and has performed well over ten thousand Mohs surgery cases since then.
Dr. Chen wasawarded national research grants and was the recipient of the Dermatology Foundation Research Fellowship Award in 1994.
Dr. Chen is also very active in dermatologic research and has authored 42 publications and book chapters. He lectures at national and international dermatology meetings. In 2006, Dr. Chen became a co-partner of HealthySkin Dermatology.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
Acne Medication Savings
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
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 ...
How can a dermatologist make me appear more youthful?
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...
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...
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...
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 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
- Medical Degree: China Medical University, Shenyang, China
- Dermatology Residency: Wayne State University School of Medicine
- Mohs Surgery Fellowship: University of Louisville
- Additional Mohs Surgery training: Laser and Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery in Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York.
