About Dr. Omar Qutub, MD
Dr. Omar Qutub is a board certified dermatologist and is also a Portland native, born near downtown Portland at Emmanuel Hospital, and raised in the suburbs of the city.
At the University of Oregon where he attended college, he was a Presidential Scholar and earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology with minors in both Chemistry and Business Administration. He then completed his medical education in Washington, DC at the historic Howard University College of Medicine followed by a medical internship at the Johns Hopkins University- Sinai Hospital program in Baltimore. Completion of his dermatology residency was at the Howard University Hospital and Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center in Washington, DC.
Dr. Qutub is formally trained in all aspects of dermatology: medical, surgical, as well as cosmetic dermatology and he enjoys the variety and breadth as well as challenges that the specialty has to offer. Often complimented for his thoroughness and approachable bedside manner, he created Dermatology By Design in order to better serve his patients according to their individual needs.
Dr. Qutub strives to deliver quality care for all patients and clients that are looking for a more individualized approach to their dermatologic care and skin needs. He understands that patients have varying desires and goals, some which may warrant more unique and nuanced approaches to achieve complete skin health.
At the University of Oregon where he attended college, he was a Presidential Scholar and earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology with minors in both Chemistry and Business Administration. He then completed his medical education in Washington, DC at the historic Howard University College of Medicine followed by a medical internship at the Johns Hopkins University- Sinai Hospital program in Baltimore. Completion of his dermatology residency was at the Howard University Hospital and Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center in Washington, DC.
Dr. Qutub is formally trained in all aspects of dermatology: medical, surgical, as well as cosmetic dermatology and he enjoys the variety and breadth as well as challenges that the specialty has to offer. Often complimented for his thoroughness and approachable bedside manner, he created Dermatology By Design in order to better serve his patients according to their individual needs.
Dr. Qutub strives to deliver quality care for all patients and clients that are looking for a more individualized approach to their dermatologic care and skin needs. He understands that patients have varying desires and goals, some which may warrant more unique and nuanced approaches to achieve complete skin health.
Patient Education Resources
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
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...
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...
How much does laser tattoo removal cost?
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
Psoriasis Medication Savings & Support
Click on the product image to access medication savings or support services offered by the manufacturer In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medi...
Click on the product image to access medication savings or support services offered by the manufacturer In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medi...
What is the treatment for rosacea affecting my eyes?
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...
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...
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...
Education & Training
- Residency: Howard University
- Internship: Johns Hopkins University
- Medical School: Howard University College of Medicine
Defining Dermatology
"Very friendly and welcoming. You will definitely feel that you are in good hands. For all skin issues, I highly recommend Dr. Omar Qutub, we call him Dr. Q!"
"Amazing experience at DxD and Dr. Qutub is an expert in his field. I appreciated the time he took with me to go over what I was looking to accomplish and how we could get results. He is patient, professional and his office and team are top in the industry."