Dr. Vail Reese, MD


Physician
Dermatology

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Union Square Dermatology
450 Sutter Street
Suite 830
San Francisco, California 94108
For an appointment, call (415) 393-9550
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Vail Reese, MD

Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.

About Dr. Vail Reese, MD

Dr. Vail Reese is a dermatologist providing medical care to patients in the San Francisco, California area.

His training was bi-coastal, completing his undergraduate education at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, and medical school at UC San Francisco. He returned to Brown for his Dermatology residency.

Dr. Reese is a member of many medical societies, including the Academy of Dermatology, American Medical Society, San Francisco Medical Society, California Medical Society and is on the staff of Dermanities, a humanities based dermatology society. 

Make an appointment with Dr. Vail Reese by contacting Union Square Dermatology in San Francisco.

Patient Education Resources

Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
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...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
What is microneedling?
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 ...

Education & Training

  • Residency: Roger Williams Hospital
  • Internship: California Pacific Medical Center - Pacific Campus
  • Medical School: University of California San Francisco School of Medicine

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