Gefei A. Zhu, MD
Portland, OR 97225
Providence Medical Group-Sunset Dermatology
417 Southwest 117th Avenue, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97225
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- Tricare Prime
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About Gefei A. Zhu
Dr. Alex Zhu is a board-certified medical and surgical dermatologist with special interests in skin cancer treatment and complex medical dermatology. As a physician, he believes that optimal delivery of healthcare is integrative, collaborative, and above all, individualized to each of his patients. Many skin conditions are more than “skin deep” and he takes pride in identifying and addressing root causes for the patients whom he sees in clinic. Dr. Zhu graduated from Yale University summa cum laude with a degree in Chemistry. He then completed a research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health before earning his medical degree from Stanford University. He completed his residency in dermatology at Stanford University and served as Chief Resident in his final year. During his medical training, he conducted many research studies in skin cancer and inflammatory skin conditions and has more than 20 peer-reviewed publications. He joined Providence Medical Group in 2022 and enjoys seeing adult and pediatric patients. Previously, he practiced in Southwest Washington as a general dermatologist. He is board-certified in dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology. Outside of clinic, Dr. Zhu enjoys spending time with his wife and their golden retriever-cocker spaniel mix. He enjoys hiking, ceramics, and cooking/baking.
Ross University of Medicine
2016
Stanford Hospital and Clinics
2020
American Medical Association
Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
- American Board of Dermatology, Dermatology
417 Southwest 117th Avenue, Suite 100
Portland, OR 97225
Providence Medical Group - Oregon
Dr. Zhu enjoys spending time with hiswife and theirgolden retriever-cocker spaniel mix. Theyenjoy hiking, ceramics, and cooking/baking.
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All good.
Providence Patient
Dr zhu is wonderful. It takes too long to get an appointment with any providence provider
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu seems excellent and I believe he provides very thorough care.
Providence Patient
Office is Great. My doctor is very knowledgeable and clear. The office follows up with me, provider answers my questions as needed. The office staff Is welcoming.
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu is an excellent, kind and thoughtful dermatologist
Providence Patient
Pleasant and helpful.Dr Zhu is very knowledgeable, helpful and courteous.
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu is my skin specialist. All good appointments.
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Excellent...
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This was a terrific appointment/visit. All my questions were answered and I left the office with confidence that I had a healthcare partner in this provider.
Providence Patient
I gave been seeing Dr Zhu for a few years now and am very happy with him and his team.
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu is courteous and v. Efficient.
Providence Patient
Excellent experience. Doctor had very professional and friendly manner and explained everything very well. He listened to my concerns, understood them and we discussed the way forward together. I was very appreciative.
Providence Patient
He is top notch
Providence Patient
Great care- he even answered questions I had about other relevant medical items.
Providence Patient
The doctor & his team are excellent. I drive from Newberg because they are so great!
Providence Patient
Always upbeat and very thorough
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu is wonderful! Really cares about my dermatology issues. I really hope he stays with Providence for many years to come!
Providence Patient
All the people at this office were kind, courteous and helpful and took my "anxiousness" out of the visit. I felt all were very caring, especially to those of us who have White Coat Syndrome. They moved up my appointment, within a couple of days of scheduling a December appointment. It's nice to know the system works when being put on a wait list to move up an appointment.
Providence Patient
I received excellent care with pertinent info
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I received excellent care with pertinent info
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu is kind, knowledgeable, and based on my previous visits and treatments by him, genuinely cares about my well-being.
Providence Patient
Very friendly, listened carefully and completed a full-body screening for skin cancer, answering all my questions and concerns.
Providence Patient
Outstanding
Providence Patient
Was very fortunate to get appointment quickly due to a recent cancellation. Provider is very professional and I feel heard throughout appointment.
Providence Patient
Dr Zhou is very respectful and caring. He's also very skilled dermatologist.
Providence Patient
Always super
Providence Patient
The care provider by Dr Zhu and his staff is some of the very best I have had - professional and respectful. But I do not like how far out he Is booked. Fortunately, I have not had any issues that have required me to return, but it does concern me.
Providence Patient
The medical assistant and the provider I saw at Sunset dermatology, including the front desk and check out person. We're all great. They were very friendly. They explained everything to me, including the procedure that aftercare Dr. Sue presented what was going to happen in the next steps in a way so that they could be easily understood. The medical assistant was very friendly. She reviewed my medications and my medical history with me. She then after the procedure let me know how I needed to take care of the wound and when to come back for suture removal, the lady at the scheduling desk for my suture removal appointment was very friendly very knowledgeable.
Providence Patient
I really like this doctor. He is knowledgeable, kind, polite and respectful. Empathetic and also probably saved my life.
Providence Patient
I really appreciate Dr. Zhu. He always listens intently and explains in detail what he believes is going on. He helped me a year ago by pointing me in the direction of what he thought may be a root cause of a rash I had. Without his guidance, I do not know how long it would have taken me and my PCP to figure out what underlying issue was occurring. I truly appreciate his insightfulness and care.
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu communicated with very well, knowledgeable, and efficient!
Providence Patient
Getting in to see Dr.Zhu is challenging because there are not enough dermatologists. (I recommended him to friends, but getting in to be part of the practice didn't happen.The great thing is that Dr.Zhu is very responsive to my chart messages and pictures.He also communicates with kindness, expertise and thoroughness. He asks clarifying questions and is very thoughtful.
Providence Patient
Doctor was very courteous and knowledgeable
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu provided an excellent checkup. He listened carefully to my questions, provided thoughtful responses and long term goals for the treatment and management of my condition.
Providence Patient
This was the first time I visited the office. Everyone was really helpful!
Providence Patient
Doc Zhu was knowledgeable and efficient! Great communicator. Thanks doc Z!
Providence Patient
I totally enjoy seeing Dr Zho and his staff
Providence Patient
Always friendly and professional. I feel that I get very good care
Providence Patient
Visit was timely, professional and greatly appreciated. Everything about it was superb.
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu was very thorough with me. He gave me excellent medical advice. He was also very courteous. I will recommend him to anyone.
Providence Patient
Great doctor, good communicator. First visit experience was excellent.
Providence Patient
Great experience
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Very intelligent and observant physician.
Providence Patient
Explains well, I will definitely recommend him.
Providence Patient
Great service.
Providence Patient
Dr. Zho had an amazing bedside manner. It took six months to get an appointment, that's not acceptable.
Providence Patient
I thought Alex was amazing. He explained everything he was doing very well and helped ease my nerves about the biopsy I got. My partner who works in healthcare listened in on the appointment and she agreed that he was fantastic and well spoken. I would definitely schedule another appointment with him in particular if something skin wise came up.
Providence Patient
Dr. zoo and his medical assistant were fabulous. They explained everything to me when I got there. They had everything set up to do the biopsies. They were so friendly so courteous the room was clean Nate. They answered all my questions they were fabulous doctors. They both deserve 10 stars if possible
Providence Patient
Excellent , caring dermatologist. I was very impressed seeing he looked so young . I wish my pcp was as excellent
Providence Patient
Great doctor,great nurse
Providence Patient
Thank you! Completely satisfied!
Providence Patient
Good care. Thank you.
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu always cheerfull and good sense of hummer. Very informative. Great guy.
Providence Patient
The doctor and staff were knowledgeable and professional. All questions were addressed thoroughly.
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu was terrific. Very personable and professional. He was a delight to work with.
Providence Patient
Never felt doctors could care...Dr. Zhu was there for me when no one else was...authentic compassion, sincerely got me through the worst skin condition I've ever had
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu and his whole team are excellent!
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu is a wonderful doctor very kind, great bedside manner!
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu gave good advice but was obviously in a big hurry.
Providence Patient
He is a wonderful doctor!
Providence Patient
I have had very good experience with my health care providers. I would also like to see more naturopathic solutions at Providence as they treat difficult conditions like my osteoporosis arthritis in holistic manner.
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Great care!
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I am a1st time patient of Dr Zhu. He was very thorough and enlightening. It was a pleasure to be treated with such competent professionalism.
Providence Patient
I've never had any reason to complain.
Providence Patient
Dr zhu is an incredible physician. I am seen several dermatologists for the same issue, but only Dr Zhu was willing to sesrch for answers. His personality, curiosity and competence are delightful.
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu is the best Dermatologist I've ever had. He's compassionate, friendly and extremely knowledgeable.
Providence Patient
It was a good experience
Providence Patient
Great doctor, polite and bright
Providence Patient
I was delighted when I got a call that there was a cancelation and I could come in that same morning. Excellent experience all around.
Providence Patient
He was very thorough and I felt like he cared about my health
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Excellent
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Extremely courteous and careful.
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu is very thorough and answers my health concerns well with excellent knowledge.
Providence Patient
Everything was fine!
Providence Patient
Excellent care provided.
Providence Patient
Zhu was incredible. He was thorough and unassuming. He took the time to understand my full history up to that point and he was the first person to provide me with an accurate diagnosis and an effective treatment plan. He also took the time to answer all of my questions and informed me of both the main treatment path and any back up treatment paths in case symptoms worsened.
Providence Patient
I love Dr. Zhu. He's doing a great job. He saw a report on me from another doc re my recent visit there, and spotted a clue which explained my mysterious ailment, and got me in for treatment the same day!!!!PS - on final question, I was sad to see that the telephone number I gave you showed up as ten digits with no spacing. THAT'S TOO HARD for old people to read to see if they typed it correctly!
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All was good.
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It's all good
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Excellent experiences
Providence Patient
Dr. Zzhu has one of the best communication styles and manner of any doctor I have ever seen. And I've seen quite a few
Providence Patient
Excellent, compassionate, professional care
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu is the absolute best!
Providence Patient
In addition of the check up for skin cancer, he took care of a small growth.
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu always makes time to see me when I need to get an appointment and answers all of my questions using the most up-to-date research. He has always provided me with excellent care and demonstrates a genuine concern for my health. I am extremely grateful to have him on my care team and I hope that he receives the recognition and compensation that he deserves.
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All good
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Dr Zhu is a positive and engaging physician!
Providence Patient
Excellent Dr. And supportive staff
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Great Dr. Personable and explained things well
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Always a good experience
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu is very caring and professional. He explains things thoroughly. The office staff is great, professional and friendly.
Providence Patient
Excellent experience. Dr. Zhu is polite, courteous and respectful. I definitely would recommend him and his staff.
Providence Patient
I am satisfied & wish there were more NDs like him
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All good
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu is an excellent dermatologist.
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Kind, gentle and efficient
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Great young provider, very efficient.
Providence Patient
He listened to my issues and was able to provide insights that guided me towards a good treatment plan. I'm very thankful for it!
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu is knowledgeable and took the time to answer my questions. The scheduling was booked way out initially but because of a waitlist system I was able to be seen right away. Mychart and providence apps are a bit confusing but if consolidated if is extremely convenient.
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Well satified
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Both the provider and assistant were very kind, thoughtful, & knowledgable
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Very courteous and explains things well.
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Good job Alex
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Very Good
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The doctor listens carefully and responds to questions with good detail.
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Excellent
Providence Patient
The care provider was respectful and helpful. Thank you.
Providence Patient
Excellent care, warm and attentive. Hoping to send my family members to him when needed
Providence Patient
I feel like I am in great hands with Dr Zhu with my Melanoma and trust him to get me past this bump or refer me as needed, as he did to have it removed I am very grateful!
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu is so knowledgeable, professional, thorough and friendly !!! He is an exemplary provider as is his assistant. I am extremely lucky to be his patient as I know that any & all concerns will be addressed & treated !!!
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Fabulous
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu is always respectful and thorough, and has my past records on hand for reference. He seems very knowledgeable also.
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Good and fast visit
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu was very professional, made me feel comfortable and was personable. It is unfortunate that it takes so long to get in as a new patient. Other than waiting for 9 months for the new patient appointment, the process was smooth.
Providence Patient
Great visit as always
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Very good experience with the doctor
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It was my first visit and I thought he was great.
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The doctor was fantastic, he did a great job and was very helpful
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Very kindly explained about my concerns
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Not only is Dr. Zhu very knowledgeable, he is caring and personable.
Providence Patient
Dr Zhu answered my questions thoroughly and provided options for treatment. He was knowledgeable and listened to my concerns with a friendly, caring manner. I would definitely recommend him.
Providence Patient
Dr. Zhu and staff were superb!
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Dr was very thorough. The intake nurse was very thorough also.
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Dr.Zhu is a great Dr.Very good communicator.
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Very happy with the care from this office..
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Very satisfied with my visit
Providence Patient
Very good service as usual.
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Welcoming attentive efficient appropriate
Providence Patient
Dr Zu is awesome.
Providence Patient
I was pleased that the provider (dermatologist) was able to remove several things the same visit, very quick and easy. It eases my mind to have these items removed
Providence Patient
Very professional and friendly
Providence Patient
I liked the provider. He listened and was kind and explained everything he was going to do.
Providence Patient
I had a difficult time in the past that I could not get the medication from my pharmacy because my primary doctor and Dr. Zhu both placed the same prescription to my pharmacy. My insurance company refused to the over order and I could not get any refills.. I contacted both doctors but the problem was never solved. Dr. Zhu is a very good doctor. He is a good listener. He reviewed my records from my previous dermatologist. He understands my problems and provides good solutions to help me. On this visit, he took care my insurance company problem. I would recommend him to others.
Providence Patient
I appreciate De Zhu's patience explaining things & the need to refer me to another dermatologist if I need to explore a certain issue further that was beyond his scope
Providence Patient
I can, without reservation, recommend Dr. Zhu and all who work with him. He is kind, considerate, compassionate, patient, proactive and very thorough. The same is true of all the personnel at this practice. The greatest compliment I can offer him and his co-workers is that I consider myself VERY fortunate to be under their care.
Providence Patient
I was extremely impressed with the level of care by the entire team from the office staff to the nurses and doctor. They listened and I felt like they actually heard what I was saying. The Dr examined my face, and explained the condition in detail as well as discussing a variety of treatment options. I've seen a non-Providence derm for my last few visits and haven't felt like they listened or cared about my concerns. My time with the provider has been 5-7 minutes and it felt rushed. I was extremely happy with the care I received at sunset dermatology. I can't thank the team enough for taking time with me as a patient.
Providence Patient
Dr. Provided me an efficient visit. He was very caring about my concerns and help me understand what was going on with my skin. He explained everything and what next steps I need to take. He definitely make me feel comfortable enough to ask questions. Didn't feel rushed.
Providence Patient
As a new patient my appointment was 5 month out from when I called in, which was too long.Dr Zhu was very helpful and effective, he performed the procedure of removing the raised lesion (I came in for) in the same visit, which I appreciate a lot!!
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Good folks!
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Excellent
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All good.
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Very professional and knowledgeable.
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Very good
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Conditions and Procedures
- Abnormalities Of The Skin
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Acne
- Acne Scar
- Acne Surgery
- Actinic Cheilitis
- Actinic Keratosis (Ak)
- Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergic Urticaria
- Allergic Vasculitis
- Alopecia
- Alopecia Areata
- Angioma
- Angular Cheilitis
- Anhidrosis
- Aphthous Ulcers
- Atypical Mole
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Benign Neoplasm Of Skin
- Benign Neoplasm Of Skin Of Lip
- Biologic Therapy For Skin Diseases
- Birthmark
- Blistering Disorder
- Brittle Nails
- Bullous Disease
- Cafe Au Lait Spots
- Calcinosis Cutis
- Candidiasis
- Carbuncle
- Chemical Skin Peel
- Cherry Angioma
- Chronic Urticaria
- Cold Sore
- Condylomata Acuminata
- Contact And Allergic Dermatitis Of The Eyelid
- Contact Dermatitis
- Cosmetic Dermatology
- Crows Feet
- Cryotherapy For Skin Lesions
- Cutaneous Amyloidosis
- Cutaneous B Cell Lymphoma
- Cutaneous Horn
- Cutaneous Larva Migrans
- Cutaneous Lymphoma
- Cutaneous Vasculitis
- Dermal Fillers
- Dermatitis
- Dermatitis Herpetiformis
- Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans
- Dermatographism
- Dermatologic Surgery
- Dermatomycoses
- Dermatomyositis
- Dermatophytosis
- Dermoscopy
- Diaper Rash
- Drug Reaction
- Dry Scalp
- Dry Skin
- Dyschromia
- Dyshidrosis
- Dyskeratosis Follicularis
- Dysplastic Nevus
- Eczema
- Edema Of Eyelid
- Epidermoid Cysts
- Epidermolysis Bullosa
- Erythema
- Erythema Ab Igne
- Erythema Marginatum
- Erythema Migrans
- Erythema Multiforme
- Erythema Nodosum
- Erythroderma
- Excessive Sweating
- Excision Of Skin Lesions
- Eyelid Cancer
- Facial Aging
- First Degree Burns
- Folliculitis
- Furuncle
- Genital Herpes, Female
- Genital Herpes, Male
- Genital Warts
- Glomangioma
- Glomus Tumor
- Granuloma Annulare
- Granuloma Inguinale
- Hair Diseases
- Hemangiomas
- Herpes
- Herpes Zoster
- Herpetic Whitlow
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Hirsutism
- Hyperhidrosis
- Hyperkeratosis
- Hyperpigmentation Of Eyelids
- Hypertrichosis
- Ichthyosis
- Impetigo
- Inclusion Cyst
- Ingrown Hair
- Intertrigo
- Itching
- Keloid
- Keratin Cyst
- Keratoacanthoma
- Keratoderma
- Keratosis Pilaris
- Kerion
- Laser Treatment Of Skin
- Lentigo
- Lichen Nitidus
- Lichen Planus
- Lichen Sclerosis
- Lichen Simplex
- Linear Atrophy
- Linear Iga Bullous Disease
- Lip Disease
- Lipomas
- Liposuction
- Livedo Reticularis
- Livedoid Vasculopathy
- Liver Spots
- Localized Scleroderma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Melanoma
- Melasma
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma
- Milia
- Miliaria
- Miliaria Rubra
- Mohs Reconstruction
- Mohs Surgery
- Mole Examination
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Mucinosis
- Mycosis Fungoides
- Nail Disease
- Necrobiosis Lipoidica
- Nevus
- Nevus Flammeus
- Non Melanoma Skin Cancer
- Ocular Dermatitis
- Onychia
- Onychomycosis
- Panniculitis
- Parapsoriasis
- Paronychia
- Patch Tests
- Pemphigoid
- Pemphigus
- Pernio
- Petechiae
- Photodamage
- Photosensitivity
- Pickers Nodule
- Pigmentation Disorders
- Pigmented Hairy Epidermal Nevus
- Pigmented Lesions
- Pilar Cyst
- Pityriasis
- Plantar Wart
- Poison Ivy
- Poison Oak
- Port Wine Stain
- Prurigo
- Pruritic Urticarial Papules And Plaques Of Pregancy (Pupp)
- Pruritus
- Pseudofolliculitis Barbae
- Psoriasis
- Purpura
- Pyoderma Gangrenosum
- Pyogenic Granuloma
- Rash
- Rosacea
- Salmon Patches
- Scabies
- Scalp Psoriasis
- Scaly Skin
- Sebaceous Hyperplasia
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Sensitive Skin
- Sezary Syndrome
- Skin Aging
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Bullae
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Cancer Surgery
- Skin Disease
- Skin Examination
- Skin Spots
- Skin Tag Removal
- Skin Ulcer
- Soft Tissue Masses
- Solar Dermatitis
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma Of The Skin
- Staph Infection
- Staphylococcus Infections
- Stasis Dermatitis
- Stevens Johnson Syndrome
- Striae
- Subacute Cutaneous Lupus
- Sun Damage
- Sunspots
- Sweating Problem
- Sweet Syndrome
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Telangiectasia
- Telogen Effluvium
- Tinea Blanca
- Tinea Capitis
- Tinea Corporis
- Tinea Cruris
- Tinea Manus
- Tinea Nigra
- Tinea Pedis
- Tinea Versicolor
- Trachonychia
- Trichilemmal Cyst
- Urticaria
- Viral Exanthem
- Vitiligo
- Wart Removal
- Warts
- Xanthoma
- Xerosis
All good
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