Dr. John Chen, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Mohs Surgery


Sheftel Associates Dermatology LLP
1595 E. River Road, Suite 201
Tucson, Arizona 85718
For an appointment, call (520) 293-5757
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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.

Conditions Treated

Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts

Procedures & Services

Mohs Surgery for Skin Cancer

Patient Education Resources

How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
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What are some tips for treating dry skin?
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What is the treatment for rosacea affecting my eyes?
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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.

 

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