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
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
What is facial rejuvenation?
Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to improve the appearance of the face and make it look more youthful. These treatments can include a combination of non...
Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to improve the appearance of the face and make it look more youthful. These treatments can include a combination of non...
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 ...
What is the treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
What is the treatment for skin cancer?
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
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.