Dr. Richard Asarch, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Mohs Surgery
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Dr. Asarach specializes in the adult dermatology with particular expertise in the treatment of skin cancer with Mohs micrographic surgery.
About Dr. Richard Asarch, MD
Dr. Richard Asarch, MD is a board-certified Denver dermatologist and Mohs surgeon providing care to patients at the Asarch Center for Dermatology, Laser & Mohs Surgery
Dr. Asarch also serves as Associate Clinical Professor for the Department of Dermatology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.
Dr. Asarch introduced Mohs micrographic surgery, the procedure that has the highest cure rate for all skin cancers, to the State of Colorado in 1977 after he had studied with Dr. Frederic Mohs in Madison, Wisconsin. In 1983, Dr. Asarch was the first doctor in Colorado to incorporate laser treatments for skin issue correction.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
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...
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...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
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...
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...
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 ...
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 is microneedling?
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 ...
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 ...
Education & Training
- Residency: University of Colorado
- Internship: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
- Fellowship: U Iowa Hosps and Clinics
- Internship: Good Samaritan Hospital
- Medical School: University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
