Dr. Mark William Sornson M.D.
Dermatologist
7862 El Cajon Blvd La Mesa CA, 91941About
Dr. Mark Sornson is a dermatologist practicing in La Mesa, CA. Dr. Sornson specializes in skin care. Dermatologists evaluate and manage both common and uncommon skin conditions. These conditions include acne, psoriasis, warts, skin infections, atopic dermatitis, herpes simplex and more. Dermatologists are also experts in more complex skin diseases like impetigo, hidradenitis and milaria. Dr. Sornson diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca 1998
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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