Dr. Peterson Pierre, MD
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Thousand Oaks, California 91361
Medical Expertise of Dr. Peterson Pierre, MD
About Dr. Peterson Pierre, MD
"I believe that the key to successful treatment is a solid educational background. To achieve this, I earned my medical degree at the Stanford University School of Medicine, which is consistently ranked as one of the top institutions in the country. I’m grateful for the knowledge I’ve received and the skills I’ve developed, because they are the foundation for my personalized, effective dermatologic care. I also pride myself on providing patients with the friendliness and compassion they deserve. I take the time to listen to their concerns and answer their questions in simple, easy-to-understand language. In addition, I thoroughly educate them on any proposed treatment so they feel completely comfortable.
“My goal is to provide my patients with the newest, safest and most effective treatment methods available. That’s why I maintain membership in some of the most respected organizations in my field, such as the American Academy of Dermatology and American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. This allows me to meet with my peers to discuss the latest developments in medical and cosmetic skin care.”
Curriculum VitaeResidency: Dermatology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology, Palo Alto, CA
Internship: Internal Medicine, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Santa Clara, CA; Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA
MD: Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA
BA: Biology, Queens College, Queens, NY
Member: American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology & Aesthetic Surgery
Presentations: To many national organizations, including the American College of Mohs Surgeons, International Dermato-Epidemiology Association and American Academy of Dermatology
Author: Numerous publications, including manuscripts in Archives of Dermatology, Journal of Cutaneous Pathology and the British Medical Journal Publishing Group
Academic Honors: Association of Academic Minority Physicians Research Fellowship (1994), Pfeiffer Scholars Fellowship (1993), Stanford Medical Student Scholars Fellowship (1992), Jonas E. Salk Award (1991)
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...
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
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 ...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
Education & Training
- Residency: Stanford University
- Internship: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
- Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine
