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 Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
Does it cost more to get a tattoo or to have it removed?
The cost of getting a tattoo and the cost of having it removed can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and complexity of the tattoo, as well as the experience and reputation ...
The cost of getting a tattoo and the cost of having it removed can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and complexity of the tattoo, as well as the experience and reputation ...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
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 rosacea affecting my eyes?
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
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.