About Dr. Sam Smith, DO
Sam P. Smith, DO, is a Board-Certified Dermatologist providing care to patients in the Gilbert, AZ area at Smith Dermatology. Dr. Smith specializes in all areas of medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.
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 ...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
What is atopic dermatitis?
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 ...
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 ...
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 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. Smith received his undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Smith then completed a Master’s Degree in Public Health with an emphasis in Behavioral and Community Health Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh.
Dr.Smith then went on to The Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine where he completed his medical training. After medical school, he completed an internship at the Frankford Hospitals of the Jefferson Health System in Philadelphia. Finally, his dermatology residency was completed at the Western University of Health Sciences in Arizona.
Dr.Smith then went on to The Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine where he completed his medical training. After medical school, he completed an internship at the Frankford Hospitals of the Jefferson Health System in Philadelphia. Finally, his dermatology residency was completed at the Western University of Health Sciences in Arizona.
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