Medical Expertise of Dr. Sowmya Kishor, MD
Dr. Kishor specializes in medical dermatology and sees patients of all ages - diagnosing and treating a range of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea and skin cancer.
She has particular expertise in the treatment of psoriasis.
About Dr. Sowmya Kishor, MD
Dr. Sowmya Kishor, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in Palm Beach County at Palm Beach Dermatology.
Procedures & Services
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...
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...
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...
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...
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. Sowmya I. Kishor was raised in Yorktown, Virginia. She attended Virginia Commonwealth University and received degrees in biology and chemistry as well as a minor in philosophy. She received her medical degree in 2003 from the Medical College of Virginia. She then completed her dermatology residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School. During her residency she was awarded the opportunity to participate in a mentorship program at the National Institute of Health (NIH). She also was active in community outreach projects and worked to get free dermatological care to the uninsured patients in Norfolk.
Prior to joining Palm Beach Dermatology she participated in a fellowship at St. Johns Institute of Dermatology (St. Thomas’ Hospital) in London where she focused on photodermatology and photobiological research.
Professional Affiliations
Palm Beach Dermatology
Palm Beach Dermatology has offices which are conveniently located throughout Palm Beach County. Please, browse our list of locations to see which one is most convenient for you. Our Board Certified Physicians are composed of some of the most experienced and innovative dermatologists in Palm Beach County. Together, we provide leading-edge and effective medical and cosmetic dermatology treatments available today.
We treat patients of all ages for hundreds of conditions related to the skin, hair, and nails. Our physicians also provide technologically advanced and non-invasive cosmetic procedures and treatments to enhance our patients natural beauty.