About Dr. Patti Satterfield, MD
Dr. Patti Satterfield is a Board Certified Dermatologist with more than 14 years of experience in medical and surgical dermatology.
A California native and co-founder of Folsom Dermatology, Dr. Satterfield earned her medical degree from the University of California, Davis School of Medicine. She remained at UC Davis for both her internship and her dermatology residency, where she was selected as Chief Resident in her third year. Dr. Satterfield also attended California State University, Long Beach, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Physiology.
Most recently, Dr. Satterfield practiced as a Senior Partner in Kaiser Permanente’s Department of Dermatology in Roseville, California.
Dedicated to providing the best patient care possible, she contributed to Kaiser Permanente’s formal Quality Assurance efforts for more than nine years, including four years as Quality Assurance Chairperson for the Department of Dermatology and five years as a member of the Quality Assurance Multidisciplinary Committee for Outpatient Medicine.
Dr. Satterfield is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, as well as a member of the Dermatology Journal Club of Sacramento. She takes great satisfaction in partnering with her patients to make decisions and develop treatment plans that keep them healthy and fit their lifestyle. Early detection and treatment of skin cancer is a primary focus of Dr. Satterfield.
Dr. Satterfield resides in El Dorado Hills with her husband and three children. In addition to spending time with family and friends, she enjoys yoga, skiing, and relaxing in Hawaii.
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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...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Folsom Dermatology
Folsom Dermatology is a comprehensive dermatology practice providing state-of-the-art medical, cosmetic and surgical dermatologic care. Our board certified dermatologists, Dr. Emily Jong and Dr. Patti Satterfield, and Physician Assistant Amy Zmyslinski, offer a wide range of services and professional expertise that incorporates the latest clinical knowledge and treatments for pediatric and adult populations.