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La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
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Richard E. Fitzpatrick, M.D.
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
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858-866-9960
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Dr. Fitzpatrick, Director of Dermatology at the La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, offers a full range of skin treatments. These services include:

Laser Hair Removal
Rejuvenation of Sun-Damaged Skin
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Education
Doctorate of Medicine
Emory University Medical School

Bachelor of Science
Princeton University
Certification
Board Certified in Dermatology
Affiliations
Member, American Academy of Dermatology
Member, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery
Past President, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Associate Clinical Professor in the Division of Dermatology at UCSD School of Medicine
When you look at your face in the mirror, do you sometimes wish you could just wave a wand over your skin and remove some of the imperfections—the fine lines, the age spots, the blackheads and enlarged pores, the superficial acne scarring? Well, microdermabrasion is a non-invasive cosmetic skin procedure that acts much like that magic wand. It removes the dead cells on the outermost layer (the stratum corneum) of the skin. What emerges is a smoother, more evenly textured new top layer of skin—one that appears younger, more vibrant.

There are two basic methods of microdermabrasion. One lightly “sands” the skin with tiny crystal particulates; the other gently scrapes off the dead cells with rotating paddles. These methods are being constantly refined to make them even more effective. Your doctor can discuss with you which method would be most appropriate for your individual skin type and skin problem. Call today for a personal consultation.
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He is the most experienced cosmetic dermatologist on the US and one of the great minds of medicine. If you have a severe skin condition that requires cosmetic laser surgery he is the one to go to. I highly reccommend him. I am a physician and one of his many greatful patients for a lifetime of excellent work.
Newport Coast, CA  September 14, 2010
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He is a great Doctor....
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La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
Richard E. Fitzpatrick, M.D.
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-866-9960
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Treatment Tips
Always seek treatment with an experienced physician.
Be willing to travel a bit for the best possible treatment.
During your consultation, ask questions regarding results, concerns, and after care.
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