Richard E. Fitzpatrick, MD

July 21, 1944 – July 12, 2014 It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that our beloved Dr. Fitz has passed away after a 12 year battle with cancer. Dr. Fitzpatrick’s second greatest love, after his family, was his long and varied career in dermatology—which included 36-years of private medical and surgical practice

Body Sculpting Treatments Become More Popular

At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, our board-certified dermatologists are experts in the field of fat-reducing cosmetic procedures such as liposuction and body contouring. Dr. Mitchel Goldman recently answered some frequently asked questions regarding the rise in popularity of body sculpting treatments. Body Sculpting FAQs 1.  What are your general thoughts about the popularity of

The Difference between Sclerotherapy and Phlebectomy

At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, our board-certified dermatologists use several cutting-edge techniques in order to remove unsightly face, chest, hand, and leg veins. Two of the most innovate vein removal procedures that are typically utilized to treat leg veins are sclerotherapy and phlebectomy. While the two vein treatments both produce incredible results, they are

Acne Scars

As if acne isn’t frustrating enough, it often leaves behind evidence of its existence in the form of a scar. It’s important to know, though, that you don’t have to live with embarrassing scars forever. Our doctors here at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego utilize state-of-the-art laser technology to treat acne scars for our

How To Eliminate Leg Veins

Varicose veins and spider veins can be incredibly aggravating for the millions of Americans living with them. While many feel it is just something that must be lived with, that is not necessarily the case. The board-certified dermatologists here at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego are experts at cutting-edge leg vein treatments and recommend several options

Beating Rosacea

With summer officially in full swing in San Diego and many of us spending more and more time in the sun, those suffering from rosacea may become increasingly aware of the appearance of their face. Rosacea is a common skin condition in which the face appears red and flushed, with acne-like bumps often appearing as

Sclerotherapy For Swimsuit Season

With swimsuit season just around the corner, everyone wants to be in tiptop shape for the occasion. Though you may be considering a nip or tuck here and there to achieve your bathing suit body, did you know that one of the most commonly sought cosmetic treatments for the summer months is sclerotherapy for unwanted

Dermatologists Predict Top Procedures for 2013

It’s official—the new year is here, and at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, our doctors are already looking forward to helping patients achieve the best ‘you’ possible through advanced anti-aging treatments. With 2012 just behind us, our team of world-renowned cosmetic dermatologists want to shed light on what non-invasive procedures we think patients are going to seek

More Men Seek Sclerotherapy Than Ever Before

According to recent studies surrounding male cosmetic surgery, more males are seeking sclerotherapy than ever before. In the past five years alone, the number of males undergoing treatment to remove their unwanted spider veins is up more than 200%, making the treatment move to the number 2 spot on the list of most common cosmetic procedures sought

Top Cosmetic Dermatology Procedures of 2012

It’s hard to believe that 2012 has already come and gone. With a new year just on the horizon, our doctors wanted to share the top five procedures of 2012 performed at our practice this past year. With so many treatments to choose from, compiling this list wasn’t as easy as it might look. At

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