At San Diego Family Dermatology we offer many services to benefit the different medical conditions of our patients.

Phototherapy with Narrow-Band Ultraviolet B Light (nb-UVB):

Our National City and El Cajon offices have a Daavlin UV Series Full Body Narrow-Band Ultraviolet B Light Box.

We also have an M Series Narrow-Band Ultraviolet B Hand Box and Foot Box available at our National City location only.

What is Phototherapy?

Phototherapy is the use of light to treat psoriasis, vitiligo, eczema, chronic itch, lichen planus, and other inflammatory skin disorders. In treatments, the skin is exposed to a special type of light emitted from a medical device commonly referred to as a phototherapy unit. The medical lamps in these units emit ultraviolet (UV) light at a specific wavelength that creates therapeutic changes within skin cells. For most patients, this causes the cells to begin behaving normally, which substantially reduces or eliminates the symptoms of the skin disease.

Patch Testing

Dermatologists apply patch tests in patients with dermatitis to evaluate whether their skin condition is caused or aggravated by a specific contact allergy. Patch tests are completely different from standard allergy skin prick tests, which are typically used by allergists to diagnose airborne or hay fever allergies.

A broad range of compounds can be utilized for target patch screening. A baseline screening series such as the T.R.U.E. (Thin-layer Rapid Use Epicutaneous) Patch Test is standardly applied to the patient, alongside specific testing materials relevant to an individual’s daily or work exposures. We also offer the American Core Tray, which provides a more comprehensive patch testing configuration testing over 80 discrete allergens.

Botox for Hyperhidrosis

In 2004, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved BOTOX (onabotulinumtoxinA) for treating severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating of the underarms) in adult patients who are unable to find medical relief using clinical strength antiperspirants.

OnabotulinumtoxinA is a natural, purified protein capable of temporarily blocking the chemical pathways responsible for triggering the body's sweat glands. By interrupting this chemical messenger at the local site, botulinum toxin successfully puts a pause on sweating in the targeted treatment fields. Botox injections are shallow and highly localized, meaning the medication remains just below the top surface level of the skin where it is placed.

Full Body Skin Exams

Every patient is routinely offered a comprehensive full body skin exam. During this process, we thoroughly review your skin surface layout from head to toe, looking closely for any developments indicating pre-cancer, active skin cancer, or atypical lesions.

If you have any questions about the specialty services listed above, please do not hesitate to contact our office staff.

Mohs Surgery

Mohs micrographic surgery is a highly specialized form of skin cancer surgery. With the Mohs technique, trained physicians are able to look past visible superficial disease to precisely identify and excise the full root depth of a tumor, layer by layer, while keeping surrounding healthy tissue completely intact and unharmed.

Mohs surgery offers two profound clinical advantages over alternative skin cancer strategies. First, for most common skin malignancies, Mohs surgery presents the highest possible cure rate—approximately 99% for primary tracking tumors. Second, because each stage is carefully examined under the microscope in real time, it preserves the maximum amount of healthy, beautiful skin. This precise border control is exceptionally critical on high-visibility cosmetic areas like the face, nose, eyelids, ears, or hands.

Click here to read the professional background of our distinguished surgeon, Dr. Nathan Uebelhoer.

For more information on the procedure click here:

• Mohs Micrographic Surgery Overview (FAQs)
• Skin Cancer Foundation: Mohs Insights
• American College of Mohs Surgery Patient Resource

Please fill out these administrative check-in forms prior to your scheduled surgical appointment with Dr. Nathan Uebelhoer:

• MOHS SURGERY: Pre-Op Counseling & Consent Form
• SURGERY (Non-Mohs): Pre-Op Counseling & Consent Form
• CIRUGÍA DE MOHS: Asesoramiento para cirugía y consentimiento (Español)
• CIRUGÍA CON DR. UEBELHOER: Asesoramiento para cirugía y consentimiento (Español)

Pediatric Dermatology

We are very fortunate to feature five skilled Dermatologists with dedicated pediatric training profiles at San Diego Family Dermatology:

• Dr. Nick Celano is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dermatologist. He completed a formal Fellowship in Pediatric and Adolescent Dermatology at the University of California, San Diego / Rady Children’s Hospital.
• Dr. Vicky Barrio is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dermatologist. She completed a specialized fellowship in Pediatric Dermatology via the Medical College of Wisconsin and the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, serving the Rady Children's Dermatology Department for 18 years before joining our private practice.
• Dr. Nicholas Bohrer completed his comprehensive Pediatric Dermatology Fellowship profile at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
• Dr. Stephanie Lee is uniquely dual-board certified as both a practicing Pediatrician and a Dermatologist, concluding two distinct residency tracks: Pediatrics at UC Irvine and Dermatology at UC San Diego.
• Dr. Carrie Siow completed her fellowship training in Pediatric and Adolescent Dermatology at the University of California, San Diego / Rady Children’s Hospital.

At San Diego Family Dermatology, we deeply understand how stressful developing skin issues can feel for children and parents alike. For this reason, we actively guarantee all Pediatric patients an expedited appointment window within four weeks. For urgent pediatric needs, we offer priority same-day emergency scheduling options.

Pediatric Medical History Forms (Please complete prior to your initial arrival)

• Pediatric Medical History Information Form (Under 18 Years)
• Historia Médica Pediátrica (Menores de 18 años)

Conditions Treated Include:

• Acne & Adolescent Breakouts
• Benign Childhood Cysts & Tumors
• Birthmarks & Vascular Markings
• Diaper Dermatitis
• Eczema / Atopic Dermatitis
• Hemangiomas
• Infections (Bacterial, Fungal, & Viral)
• Keloids & Hypertrophic Scars
• Moles & Congenital Nevi
• Molluscum Contagiosum
• Acute & Chronic Rashes
• Psoriasis
• Vitiligo

Procedures Offered Include:

• Cryosurgery & Wart Removal
• Molluscum Removal Treatments
• Excision of small growths (Cysts, Birthmarks, Growths)
• Targeted Pediatric Phototherapy Care plans
• Mole Excision & Biopsies

*Please inquire with our clinical coordinators regarding any specific childhood skin condition or procedure not explicitly outlined above.

In the Press: Read the SD Health & Image Expert Q&A Feature

Educational Information

Please select any of our trusted professional networks below to research a clinical diagnosis or review dynamic dermatology questions:

Multimedia Resource: Official Melanoma Awareness & Prevention Video

Mohs Surgical Specific Deep-Dive Materials:

• Mohs Micrographic Surgery Resource 1
• Mohs Micrographic Surgery Resource 2
• Mohs Micrographic Surgery Resource 3

Where can I buy Over the Counter Recommended Products?

For your convenience, direct access links for our clinically recommended skin treatments are categorized below:

• DHS Zinc Shampoo
• CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
• Dove Beauty Bar Soap
• CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser Wash
• Urea 40% plus Salicylic Acid Foot Gel
• Eucerin Radiant Tone Dark Spot Corrector
• Zeasorb AF Antifungal Powder
• 40% Salicylic Acid Corn/Wart Plasters
• DerMend Alpha Hydroxy Fragile Skin Cream
• DerMend Moisturizing Bruise Formula Cream
• Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Fighting Face Wash
• CeraVe Salicylic Acid Acne Control Cleanser

Sunscreens with Physical Mineral Blockers: Elta MD Care | Neutrogena Mineral Sunscreen | CeraVe Mineral Sun Protection