Dr. Kavitha Reddy, MD
Pediatric Dermatology
About Dr. Kavitha Reddy, MD
Dr. Kavitha Reddy specializes in Dermatologic Surgery and Mohs Micrographic Surgery. She is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, ACGME-certified in Procedural Dermatology, and certified in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Surgery by the American College of Mohs Surgery.
Most recently, she led the Mohs Micrographic Surgery program at Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates. She previously served as the Director of Dermatologic Surgery and as the Director of the Cosmetic & Laser Center at Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Reddy has received an American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Cutting Edge Research Grant, as well as awards from the American Skin Association and Aid for Cancer Research.
Dr. Reddy has authored scientific and educational publications in textbooks such as Lasers & Related Technologies in Dermatology, and Fitzpatrick’s Dermatology in General Medicine, and medical journals including the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Dermatology, Journal of Investigative Dermatology, Journal of Dermatologic Surgery, and the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
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...
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 ...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
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
Dermatology of Cape Code
An affiliate of Northeast Dermatology Associates, Dermatology of Cape Cod provides a full range of medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatological services to maintain your skin health and help you look and feel your best.
If you need a skin condition diagnosed or treated, our staff can help you find answers. Our treatment plan will be specific to your needs, and guided by experts in dermatology. Along with medical services, we offer innovative surgical solutions to remove problematic moles and skin tissue safely and effectively. And our cosmetic skin treatments are perfect for refreshing and rejuvenating your skin.
Whatever your skin needs, find it all under one roof at Dermatology of Cape Cod.