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
Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
How can a dermatologist make me appear more youthful?
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
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...
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 can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
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...
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...
What are some treatments to get rid of warts?
The best treatment for warts will depend on the type and location of the wart, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Some common treatment options for warts include:Salicylic ac...
The best treatment for warts will depend on the type and location of the wart, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Some common treatment options for warts include:Salicylic ac...
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.