Dr. Michaela McDonnell, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Mohs Surgery


Center for Advanced Dermatology
3455 S. Yarrow Street
Lakewood, Colorado 80227
For an appointment, call (303) 989-5231
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Michaela McDonnell, MD

Dr. McDonnell’s professional interests include skin cancer screening, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, acne, eczema, psoriasis, and alopecia. She offers a wide array of cosmetic and surgical procedures including Botox and fillers.

About Dr. Michaela McDonnell, MD

Michaela McDonnell, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Denver area at the Center for Advanced Dermatology.

Dr. McDonnell's additional professional affiliations include:
  • Colorado Dermatologic Society (Past President)
  • Colorado Medical Society.
  • Iowa Dermatologic Society
  • Arapahoe Medical Society


 

Patient Education Resources

Does the food I eat affect my acne?
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...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
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...
What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
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...

Education & Training

Dr. McDonnell is a graduate of the University of Iowa College of Medicine. Following an internship at Denver Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center, she completed her dermatology residency training at the University of Iowa College of Medicine.
 

Professional Affiliations