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.
Patient Education Resources
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Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
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...
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.