About Henry Yan, PA
Dr. Henry Yan, PA is a physician assistant providing medical care to patients in Rockville, Maryland at the Washington Dermatology Center.
Patient Education Resources
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
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...
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...
How long does it take for a tattoo to disappear after laser tattoo removed?
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
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...
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 are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
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...
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...
What is the treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Education & Training
Henry Yan completed the Physician Assistant Program in Mercy College and obtained his M.S degree as Physician Assistant.
Prior to moving to the United States, Henry was an attending Dermatology physician and an assistant professor in the first hospital of China Medical University.
After obtaining his M.D. degree in China, Dr. Henry Yan joined the Dermatology residency program for four years and the Dermatology fellowship program for two years at China Medical University.
During these six years, Henry was well trained in Clinical Dermatology, Dermatopathology, and Dermatologic Surgery.
Prior to moving to the United States, Henry was an attending Dermatology physician and an assistant professor in the first hospital of China Medical University.
After obtaining his M.D. degree in China, Dr. Henry Yan joined the Dermatology residency program for four years and the Dermatology fellowship program for two years at China Medical University.
During these six years, Henry was well trained in Clinical Dermatology, Dermatopathology, and Dermatologic Surgery.
The Washington Dermatology Center
The Washington Dermatology Center under the direction of Cosmetic Dermatologist, Dr. Ronald Prussick, offers Restylane™, Botox™, Dysport™, Juvederm™, Radiesse™ microdermabrasion, photorejuvenation and cosmetic laser treatments for acne, wrinkles, scars, enlarged blood vessels, sun damage, and warts. The Center also provides laser hair removal and treatment of spider veins. The Center offers psoriasis treatment with narrowband ultraviolet light therapy and the Xtrac excimer laser for body, hands, and scalp.