Dr. Rita George, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Cosmetic Dermatology
Medical Expertise of Dr. Rita George, MD
Dr. George's primary clinical focus is on skin cancer detection and treatment. She also provides compassionate care across the full spectrum of medical dermatology.
Dr. George offers some cosmetic procedures, including the removal of unwanted growths.
Dr. George offers some cosmetic procedures, including the removal of unwanted growths.
About Dr. Rita George, MD
Rita George, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in Arizona at the Beatrice Keller Clinic.
Dr. George is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Medical Association, the Women's Dermatology Society, the Phoenix Dermatologic Society and the Maricopa County Medical Society.
Dr. George has Hospital Staff privileges at West Valley Hospital in Goodyear and at Del E. Webb Memorial Hospital in Sun City West.
Patient Education Resources
Acne Medication Savings
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Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
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...
Psoriasis Medication Savings & Support
Click on the product image to access medication savings or support services offered by the manufacturer In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medi...
Click on the product image to access medication savings or support services offered by the manufacturer In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medi...
What is the treatment for nail fungus?
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
What medications are used to treat acne?
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
Dr. George has a diversified background, having earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering from The Cooper Union in New York and a Master of Science Degree in Business Administration from East Texas State University. She was awarded a patent while working as a design engineer before deciding to devote her talents to medicine.
She attended medical school at the Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, Maryland. Her internship training was performed at Scott Air Force Base Medical Center, Belleville, Illinois. She completed her Dermatology residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.
Dr. George served as the Chief of Dermatology at Yokota Air Base, Japan and Langley Air Force Base, Virginia. She is interested in academics and is a prolific writer with many articles in national dermatology journals.
She attended medical school at the Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, Maryland. Her internship training was performed at Scott Air Force Base Medical Center, Belleville, Illinois. She completed her Dermatology residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.
Dr. George served as the Chief of Dermatology at Yokota Air Base, Japan and Langley Air Force Base, Virginia. She is interested in academics and is a prolific writer with many articles in national dermatology journals.
Professional Affiliations
Beatrice Keller Clinic
The doctors at Beatrice Keller Clinic provide medical treatment for skin cancer, as well as for diseases of the skin, hair, and nails, such as acne, psoriasis, rosacea, shingles and fungal infections. At Beatrice Keller Clinic the removal of benign, premalignant or malignant lesions and cysts can very often be accomplished with an in-office procedure.