Dr. John Robert West M.D.
Dermatologist | MOHS-Micrographic Surgery
34 Water Street Suite 2 Mystic CT, 06355Rating
4/5
About
Dr. John West is a dermatologist practicing in Mystic, CT. Dr. West specializes in skin care. Dermatologists evaluate and manage both common and uncommon skin conditions. These conditions include acne, psoriasis, warts, skin infections, atopic dermatitis, herpes simplex and more. Dermatologists are also experts in more complex skin diseases like impetigo, hidradenitis and milaria. Dr. West diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
University of California 1986
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Provider Details
Treatments
- Skin Cancer
- Birthmark
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