Dr. Richard Cordova, DO
General Dermatology
Medical Expertise of Dr. Richard Cordova, DO
Dr. Richard Cordova is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients of all ages in the greater Philadelphia area. He diagnoses and treats a wide range of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Richard Cordova, DO
Dr. Cordova’s philosophy has always been that family comes first and he brings this concept towards his approach to medicine. Treating the whole patient and not just the disease process is the cornerstone of his medical practice. He prides himself on educating the patient on the nature of their medical condition and believes a visit to the doctor should be more than just receiving a prescription.
Dr. Corodva is also very active in training medical students and residents and tries to instill a whole patient approach to these students.
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
Click on the image to access medication savings In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. Offers may be time-limit...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
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 ...
Education & Training
Richard Cordova, originally from Warminster, PA, graduated Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry in 1993. He completed his Osteopathic Internship and Family Practice Residency at St. Luke’s Hospital in Allentown, PA where he was awarded Intern of the Year in 1999 and Chief Resident of the Family Practice Program in 2001. Once completing his residency, he entered into a Dermatology Fellowship in Hazelton, PA which resulted in Board Certification in 2007.
Professional Affiliations
Dermatology Partners
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