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.
Conditions Treated
Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts
Procedures & Services
Mohs Surgery for Skin Cancer
Patient Education Resources
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Does the food I eat affect my acne?
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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...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
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Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
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...
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...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
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Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
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
