Dr. Rebecca A. Mccarthy MD
Dermatologist
4512 Van Winkle Dr Amarillo TX, 79119About
Dr. Rebecca Mccarthy is a dermatologist practicing in Amarillo, TX. Dr. Mccarthy 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. Mccarthy diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Univ of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1997
Texas A&M University, TX 1997
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Acne
- Moles
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Cancer
- Birthmark
- Allergic Reaction
- Seborrheic Keratosis
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- Dr. Edward Michael Mccarthy MD4512 Van Winkle Dr Amarillo TX 79119