Medical Expertise of Dr. Sarah Howell, MD
Diagnosis and treatment of multiple skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer, and treatments to reduce the appearance of aging skin.
About Dr. Sarah Howell, MD
Dr. Howell is a board-certified dermatologist. She earned her BS from Boston College and her MD from Georgetown University School of Medicine. She completed her internship at Tripler Army Medical Center and went on to finish her dermatology residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center & National Naval Medical Center. She served as the Chief of Dermatology at Ireland Army Community Hospital in Fort Knox, KY, where she finished her 8 years of army active duty service with the rank of Major. Dr. Howell joined Hawaii Dermatology Centers in 2012 and has been named one of Honolulu Magazine’s Top Doctors in Hawaii from 2015-2018. She currently serves on the board of the Hawaii Dermatological Society.
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...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
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 ...
Hawaii Dermatology Centers
We are Hawaii’s first and only comprehensive dermatology and plastic surgery practice. We are committed to skilled, compassionate and professional medical treatment. Our mission is to provide care based on the highest standards of science and medicine, to minimize pain and discomfort, and to listen to your concerns fully and answer your questions to your satisfaction.
We offer medical and surgical services for acne, rosacea, infectious diseases of the skin, psoriasis, warts, skin cancer, mole screening, and other disorders.