Dr. Gerald F. Foster MD
Dermatologist
147 Milk St Boston MA, 02109About
Dr. Gerald Foster is a dermatologist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Foster 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. Foster diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1973
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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