Dr. Howard A. Kurshenbaum MD
Dermatologist
4647 Zion Ave San Diego CA, 92120About
Dr. Howard Kurshenbaum is a dermatologist practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Kurshenbaum 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. Kurshenbaum diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1981
Med College Of Wisconsin 1981
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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