Dr. James D Whalen MD
Dermatologist | MOHS-Micrographic Surgery
263 Farmington Aveneue Farmington CT, 06030About
Dr. James Whalen is a dermatologist practicing in Farmington, CT. Dr. Whalen 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. Whalen diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Univ of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky 1988
University of Louisville School of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Melanoma
- Moles
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Cancer
- Birthmark
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