Dr. Caroline M Thornton M.D.
Dermatologist
10243 Genetic Center Dr San Diego CA, 92121About
Dr. Caroline Thornton is a dermatologist practicing in Chula Vista, CA. Dr. Thornton 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. Thornton diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca 1992
University of California 1992
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Provider Details
Treatments
- Acne
- Psoriasis
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Moles
- Warts
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Cancer
- Birthmark
- Contact Dermatitis
- Vitiligo
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Skin Tag
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