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
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 ...
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
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.
