About Dr. Robin Whipple, MD
Robin Green Whipple, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist who practices general medical and surgical dermatology, including the treatment of skin cancer, psoriasis, and acne.
Dr. Whipple cultivates strong relationships with her patients, many of whom have been with her for years. She strives to be a valuable resource and advocate for her patients. In addition to providing treatment for a wide range of skin conditions, she offers the tools and information patients need to maintain good skin health. If patients are interested in cosmetic treatments, she offers unbiased information about safe, effective options, working closely with our staff cosmetic dermatology provider and master estheticians.
Patient Education Resources
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...
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 ...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Education & Training
Dr. Whipple received a bachelor’s degree in biology from Washington State University. She went on to earn her medical degree at the University of Washington and completed her residency at Oregon Health Sciences University. She is a member of the American Academy of Dermatologists, the Seattle Dermatological Society, Alpha Omega Alpha, and Phi Beta Kappa, and has practiced dermatology in Portland and Boston. She joined Northwest Skin Specialists in 200a4.