About Dr. Bernard Recht, MD
Dr. Recht was born and raised in the foggy Sunset District of San Francisco, California, where he attended Lowell High School. He graduated with a degree in Bacteriology and Immunology from U.C. Berkeley, and completed a Ph.D. degree in Immunochemistry from Mt Sinai – CUNY, while completing his research at NYU in New York City. Dr. Recht received his medical training at Mt. Sinai Medical Center and did his internship at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena, California. A residency and a research fellowship in dermatology were done at Stanford University.
Bernard Recht, MD, Ph.D. is Board Certified in Dermatology. He is on the staff of El Camino Hospital, is a Clinical Instructor at the Palo Alto Veteran’s Hospital, and an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Stanford University Medical Center.
Sunnyvale Dermatology was founded by Dr. Recht in 1987, and in 2008 moved to its current location on Knickerbocker Drive. This clinic will now merge into CSI and become the premier Sunnyvale location.
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to improve the appearance of the face and make it look more youthful. These treatments can include a combination of non...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
- Residency: Stanford University
- Internship: Huntington Memorial Hospital
- Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Professional Affiliations
California Skin Institute
Our Sunnyvale California Skin Institute location is conveniently situated between Palo Alto and Santa Clararight off of El Camino Real and addresses all of your medical and cosmetic dermatology needs. The office has advanced laser technologies and a wide range of cosmetic skincare treatments. They offer treatments to meet all of your skincare needs, including, but not limited to, facial volume enhancement, Botox, Dysport, varicose vein removal, laser hair removal, Fraxel repair, CoolSculpting, PRP hair growth treatment and more. Our medical professionals are also experienced in treating medical dermatology conditions such as skin cancer, rosacea, eczema, acne using the latest technology available. Specialized techniques in advanced dermatology including laser surgery and cosmetic procedures are also provided. The Sunnyvale office also services surrounding cities in the greater Palo Alto region.