Dr. Steven Franks, MD
Concord, Massachusetts 01742
About Dr. Steven Franks, MD
Dr. Steven A. Franks joined Adult & Pediatric Dermatology in 2001. After graduating from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, he received his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. This was followed by a medical internship at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Brighton. After serving as a Captain and General Medical Officer in the U.S. Army, he completed a residency in Dermatology at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
Prior to joining Adult & Pediatric Dermatology, Dr. Franks practiced dermatology in Westboro, Leominster, and Worcester, where he was also Chief of Dermatology at Memorial Hospital. He continues to give lectures to hospital staff and physicians. Dr. Franks does several skin cancer screenings each year and lectures various professional and service groups on "Skin care and skin cancer awareness. "
Dr. Franks has been published in medical journals, including Cutis and Archives of Dermatology and provided a chapter for Decker's Introduction to Clinical Medicine, J.L. Greene, editor. He also served as Editor of the Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology Newsletter for five years.
Dr. Franks runs the patch test clinic for contact allergy in our Marlborough office.
Personal interests include golfing, skiing, dogs, humor and the history of religion.
Patient Education Resources
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...
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...
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...
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...
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