Medical Expertise of Dr. Sun Young Ruggeri, MD
About Dr. Sun Young Ruggeri, MD
The most recent addition to Affiliated Dermatologists, Dr. Ruggeri brings enthusiasm to treatment of complex skin diseases and surgery. Dr. Ruggeri has significant training in Pediatric Dermatology and relates well to children and their parents. Dr. Ruggeri is equally passionate about treating geriatric patients.
Dr. Ruggeri completed her residency in Dermatology at the Medical College of Wisconsin in 2007. Prior to returning to school for her Medical degree and completing her internship at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, Dr. Ruggeri received a Master’s degree at Baylor as a Physician Assistant. Her Bachelor’s degree, with honors, is from Bemidji State University.
Dr. Ruggeri and her physician husband have two young children.
Patient Education Resources
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
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...
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...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...