Dr. Kay Watnick, MD
West Bloomfield, Michigan 48322
About Dr. Kay Watnick, MD
Dr. Kay Watnick is a Board Certified Dermatologist in West Bloomfield, Michigan, where she has been practicing Dermatology for the past 33 years. She is on staff at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. She is joining West Bloomfield Dermatology and Mohs Surgery in 2021.
Dr. Watnick practices adult and pediatric dermatology and dermatologic surgery. She enjoys all aspects of dermatology with special interests in challenging cases of severe psoriasis and eczema, skin cancer, and severe cystic acne.
Patient Education Resources
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
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...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
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...
Education & Training
Dr. Watnick graduated with honors from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1983. Her undergraduate degree was from the University of Michigan, College of Pharmacy, where she graduated with honors. She completed her Dermatology residency at Henry Ford Hospital, where she was chief resident in her final year.
She continued on staff at Henry Ford West Bloomfield for six years, where she was the director of the Dermatology clinic. During her 28 years on staff at Beaumont, Royal Oak, she has been involved in resident lectures and teaching.
Dr. Watnick has been on the board of the Michigan Dermatological Society for 15 years, serving in many capacities including President. She has been the chairperson of the Legislative Affairs Committee for 11 years, during which time she worked with Legislators in Lansing, most prominently on Tanning Parlor Laws. She spearheaded the legislation that requires parental consent for minors to use tanning beds.
