Medical Expertise of Dr. Elka Eisen, MD
Dr. Eisen specializes in adult medical dermatology with particular expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer. She also offer medical dermatology care to adults and children.
About Dr. Elka Eisen, MD
Elka Eisen, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Tucson area at Healthy Skin Dermatology.
Dr. Eisen is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and is board certified by the Royal College of Physicians of Canada.
Dr. Eisen has lectured at national meetings and has been published in the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery. While in residency, she was the honorary recipient of the American Academy of Dermatology's Committee on Internal Affairs Scholarship and represented the Academy at the International Dermatology meeting in Paris.
Conditions Treated
Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts
Patient Education Resources
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
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...
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...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
How do I find out if I have skin cancer?
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 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...
What is the treatment for nail fungus?
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
What medications are used to treat acne?
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...
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
Dr. Eisen earned her medical degree (MD) with honors from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Medicine in 1997. She completed a six-year advanced degree program with a 4-year scholarship to the University of Toronto and a Canada Science and Technology Scholarship. Receiving her dermatology specialty training at the University of Toronto, she completed a five-year residency, with two years of internal medicine training.