Board Certified Matters! Why You Should Choose a Board-Certified Dermatologist for Laser and Aesthetic Treatments

By Dr. Valerie Tokarz

As cosmetic treatments become more popular, it is likely for patients to encounter providers that lack proper experience and qualifications. Patients want the highest form of care when choosing where to go for laser and aesthetic treatments. To guarantee that, it is important to consider the qualifications of who is performing the procedure. By choosing a reputable, board-certified dermatologist, you ensure the highest level of expertise and experience. 

What distinguishes a board-certified dermatologist from a physician assistant or nurse practitioner is the years of training and qualifications they meet, as shown in the chart below. 

When you choose a board-certified dermatologist for aesthetic and laser procedures, you are choosing a physician with the most advanced training. Always do your research!

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Credit to the American Academy of Dermatology