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Dr. John Koo is a dermatologist and director of the UCSF Psoriasis and Skin Treatment Center.

Koo's research interests include psoriasis therapies, phototherapy, eczema, psychodermatology (the connection between mental stress and skin health) and quality of life issues.

Koo earned his medical degree from Harvard University. He completed a residency in psychiatry at the University of California, Los Angeles, followed by a residency in dermatology at UCSF.

Koo serves on the editorial board for the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology., Psychiatry

    American Board of Dermatology, Dermatology

  • Fellowships

    UCSF Graduate Medical Education, Dermatology

  • Residencies

    University of California at Los Angeles GME, Psychiatry

  • Internship

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Internal Medicine

  • Degree

    MD, Harvard Medical School

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