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.
Conditions Treated
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...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
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. 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.