Dr. Joseph Porres, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Dermatologic Surgery,
Dermatopathology,
General Dermatology
Medical Expertise of Dr. Joseph Porres, MD
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
Uses the following meds among others: Vtama cr, Otezla, Cosentyx, Zorive cream,
About Dr. Joseph Porres, MD
JOSPEH M. PORRES, M.D. Ph.D., P.C.
Specialty: Dermatology & Dermatopahtology
Address: 50 W EDMONSTON DR #308
Rockville, MD 20852-1276
Training:
- Dermatology residency at University of Minnesota (medical, surgical, and cosmetic: hair, nails, and skin)
- Ph.D. in medical microbiology
Board certification and experience:
- Dr. Porres is board certified in Dermatology, dermatopathology, and medical microbiology, and has been practicing dermatology and dermatological surgery for many years.
Hospital affiliation:
- Holy Cross Hospital, Silver Spring, MD.
Conditions Treated
Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts
Actinic Keratoses (AKs)
Fungal Nail Infection (Onychomycosis)
Patient Education Resources
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
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...