Dr. Timothy A. Deffer MD
Dermatologist
3231 S National Ave Springfield MO, 65807About
Dr. Timothy Deffer is a dermatologist practicing in Springfield, MO. Dr. Deffer 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. Deffer diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Univ of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1980
University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB Medicine
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD
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