Dr. Kristen A. Richards – The Clear Choice for Expert Dermatology and Mohs Surgery
Choosing the right dermatologist and Mohs surgeon is a critical decision for maintaining the health and beauty of your skin. With so many options available, it’s important to select a professional whose experience and expertise stand out. Dr. Kristen A. Richards trained at some of the top universities in the nation including Stanford, Case-Western Reserve, Northwestern and Vanderbilt. She then returned to her home town of La Jolla, 23 years ago to start her private practice, Torrey PInes Dermatology & Laser Center. Dr. Richards prides herself on custom care for each of her patients, ensuring minimal wait time and the use of pain-free techniques to ensure her patients’ comfort. In addition to her focus on pain-free medicine, Dr. Richards has developed re ned suturing techniques to minimize the appearance of scars after Mohs surgery and ensure they blend in well with the surrounding skin. In conjunction with her surgical practice, Dr. Richards also operates a full-spectrum laser and cosmetic dermatology center which allows her to address a wide variety of cosmetic concerns and skin conditions. Treating medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology concerns under one roof, Dr. Richards and her colleagues are able to treat virtually any skin condition in a down to earth yet “boutique” setting.
Over 20 Years of Expertise and Advanced Techniques
Kristen A. Richards, M.D. is a double-board-certi ed Dermatologist and Mohs surgeon with over 20 years of experience treating a wide variety of skin conditions. Her exceptional eye for detail, developed through years of hands-on practice, enables her to diagnose and treat even the most complex skin conditions. Dr. Richards is dedicated to staying current on the latest dermatologic advancements by regularly attending national conferences and continuing her education in cutting-edge technologies and techniques. In addition to being double board certi ed, Dr. Kristen A. Richards is an active member of several prestigious medical organizations, re ecting her dedication to maintaining the highest standards of dermatological care:
• American Academy of Dermatology
• American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology
• American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
• Society for Pediatric Dermatology
• San Diego County Medical Society
• California Medical Association
Although she hails from Ann Arbor, Michigan with deep midwestern roots, Dr. Richards grew up in La Jolla and has raised three boys who have attended the same schools she did. She thoroughly enjoys practicing in the town where she grew up and treating friends, family and neighbors.
