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...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
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...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
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.