Director of Dermatology Division at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
Greater San Diego Area
- Current
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- Director of Dermatology Division at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
- Past
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- Partner at Dermatology Associates
- Education
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- University of California, Los Angeles
- University of Southern California
- University of Southern California
- Emory University School of Medicine
- Princeton University
- Connections
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- Industry
- Medical Practice
- Websites
Richard Fitzpatrick’s Summary
Dr. Fitzpatrick is known internationally for his innovative work developing medical lasers. He created many well-known laser procedures including laser resurfacing of the skin with the UltraPulse CO2 laser. Dr. Fitzpatrick authored medical textbooks on laser surgery and more than one hundred scientific articles. He lectures all over the world. He has trained thousands of physicians in laser techniques.
Richard Fitzpatrick’s Specialties:
laser medicine
Richard Fitzpatrick’s Experience
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Director of Dermatology Division
La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
(Privately Held; Medical Practice industry)
2005 — Present (4 years )
The most rewarding part of my work is watching the changes in a patient’s self-esteem and happiness when I improve aging, scarring, hair loss or whatever the problem may be. I enjoy cosmetic dermatology because today we have so many options for treatment that are both effective and safe. Each time I meet new patients, I am interested to find out what their goals and expectations are for their particular concern. When I founded the Dermatology Division with LJCSC Medical Director, R. Merrel Olesen, MD, it was an unusual combination of specialties. Combining Dermatology and Plastic Surgery in one practice provides unique benefits for our patients. With more options in our armentarium, our advice to patients is based on a much boarder group of surgical and non-surgical options.
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Partner
Dermatology Associates
(Medical Practice industry)
1994 — June 2004 (10 years )
Richard Fitzpatrick’s Education
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University of California, Los Angeles
Residency , Dermatology , 1975 — 1978
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University of Southern California
Internship , Internal Medicine , 1970 — 1971
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University of Southern California
Internship , Internal Medicine , 1970 — 1971
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Emory University School of Medicine
MD , Medicine , 1966 — 1970
- Activities and Societies:
- Alpha Omega Alpha
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Princeton University
AB , Biology , 1962 — 1966
- Activities and Societies:
- Cannon Club
Additional Information
Richard Fitzpatrick’s Websites:
Richard Fitzpatrick’s Interests:
continue pioneering laser medicine and laser technologies
Richard Fitzpatrick’s Groups:
American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, ASLMS, American Academy of Dermatology, AAD
American Society of Dermatologic Surgery
Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Richard Fitzpatrick’s Honors:
2005, Allure Magazine, Physician Who Has Most Influenced Beauty
"Best Doctors in America" and the National Directory of Who's Who in Executives & Professionals.
2007 Ortho Neutrogena Envision Award for Lifetime Achievement in Cosmetic Dermatology
2005 Drake Ellet Lectureship Award from the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery
2004 Leon Goldman Memorial Lectureship Award from the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery for integrity, dedication, and overall excellence in clinical laser research and services
2001 Richard Webster Lectureship Award from the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery honoring his contributions to cosmetic surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology
Richard Fitzpatrick’s Contact Settings
Interested In:
- consulting offers
- expertise requests
- business deals
- reference requests
- getting back in touch
