Dr. Gail Smith Westhoven M.D.
Dermatologist
48 Medical Park Dr E Suite 154 Birmingham AL, 35235About
Dr. Gail Westhoven is a dermatologist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Westhoven 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. Westhoven diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Univ of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc 1995
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Jeffrey N Martin D.O.46 Medical Park Dr E Birmingham AL 35235
- Dr. Courtney Mcintire Robbins M.D.1401 EDWARDS LAKE RD BIRMINGHAM AL 35235
- Jennifer H Stone PA100 Pilot Medical Dr Birmingham AL 35235