Kelly M. Cordoro

MD

Pediatric dermatologist
Avid athlete and outdoor adventurer

Dr. Kelly M. Cordoro is a pediatric dermatologist who treats all types of skin conditions, with particular interest in psoriasis, autoimmune diseases and inflammatory diseases. She is also interested in laser surgery and other surgical procedures for dermatological disorders.

Cordoro's research interests include pediatric psoriasis and systemic therapies for inflammatory disorders.

Cordoro earned her medical degree at Penn State College of Medicine. She completed a residency in dermatology at the University of Virginia in 2005 and remained on the faculty until 2007, caring for patients in general dermatology and serving as assistant program director for resident medical education. She completed a fellowship in pediatric dermatology at UCSF in 2008.

Cordoro is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, Society for Pediatric Dermatology, Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance, Dermatology Foundation, Association of Professors of Dermatology, National Psoriasis Foundation and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

  • Education

    Penn State College of Medicine, MD, 2001

  • Residencies

    University of Virginia Health System, Dermatology, 2005

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Pediatric Dermatology, 2008

  • Board Certifications

    Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology

    Pediatric Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology

  • Academic Title

    Professor

My passions are to care for families impacted by skin disease, to contribute knowledge through research, and to teach the next generation of doctors.

Conditions I specialize in

  • Skin disease

Where I see patients (2)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    153 Ratings
    About our process
    Mar 25, 2025
    great
    Mar 20, 2025
    The Dr was wonderful in every respect.
    Mar 03, 2025
    Great experience friendly very thorough
    Mar 01, 2025
    She's always great. Answers all my questions, very attentive.
    Feb 17, 2025
    Doctors and nurses working very well as a team
    Feb 11, 2025
    Best doctor anyone in my family has ever seen! She was beyond kind, loving and knowledgeable. She listened to our needs and made the kids feel so special. We are so blessed that we were able to see Kelly Cordero. She is the most amazing doctor ever! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
    Jan 30, 2025
    Dr. Cordoro was fully present and very professional and lovely in how seriously she took my daughter's acne and related distress.
    Jan 28, 2025
    Competent and care medical staff.
    Jan 25, 2025
    Good
    Jan 23, 2025
    Dr. Cordoro is absolutely wonderful. We are so thankful to her for her attentive care and deep concern for our child. We are fortunate to have such wonderful providers at UCSF who take the time to be true doctors and healers in the modern healthcare system which does not support this approach in the slightest. She is a gem. Thank you Dr. Cordoro!
    Jan 17, 2025
    Above and beyond
    Dec 24, 2024
    Dr. Cordoro is AMAZING!
    Dec 19, 2024
    We love dr. Cordoro!!!!
    Dec 05, 2024
    Dr. Cordoro, is one the best doctor we've had she is very cool, jolly and most of all she explains everything well about the concern and treatment
    Nov 04, 2024
    We absolutely love the providers at UCSF. Dr. Cordoro has been the absolute best doctor that we have had the privilege of seeing. Not only is she an excellent doctor but She has spent time after our medical appointment to talk to our daughter about health, social media, cell phone use, and other issues she sees as a physician treating teen girls. The way in which Dr. Cordoro speaks to our daughter is both gentle and assertive and extremely kind. We feel extremely fortunate to be able to access Dr. Cordoros expertise and appreciate how she is able to connect with our daughter on a level that we can't as her parents.
    Nov 02, 2024
    Dr. Cordoro is very thoughtful. She listened to our concerns and helped come up with a great treatment plan.
    Nov 01, 2024
    Dr Cordoro is excellent and a wonderful person
    Sep 03, 2024
    We had an excellent experience with Dr. Cordoro. She made a huge difference for us.
    Aug 24, 2024
    We could hear the drs talking in the hallway prior to entering our room and was so impressed with the detail, care, and enthusiasm they both had. My son was nervous and anxious about the appointment for days and they both immediately put him at ease. I texted my husband how amazing they were before we left
    Aug 11, 2024
    Very well
    Aug 10, 2024
    Dr. Cordoro and the medical student present (I believe her name was Jen?) were incredible: professional, caring, respectful, informative, friendly. I was blown away by how much parent education Dr. Cordoro provided and have already recommended her to a friend of mine whose child also has eczema and was previously seen at UCSF for it (although she left not feeling comfortable with the treatment plan).
    Jul 28, 2024
    The doctor took time to explain the situation and gave us options on what to do next. She did not push us one direction or another.
    Jul 24, 2024
    Dr. Cordero was wonderful: she was so friendly, nice, attentive and caring. She is very knowledgeable about the dermatology issues my son was facing and gave me lots of advice and scientific feedback. Awesome care provider.
    Jul 15, 2024
    Dr. Kelly Cordoro had been one of the best doctors we have ever had the privilege to consult with. We have been extremely impressed by the outstanding care we have received over the years from UCSF specialists but Dr. Cordoro exceeded the excellent care we have gotten in the past. Dr. Cordoro caught something very rare that has been missed by several other specialists. Her expertise is impressive and very much appreciated. We are so very grateful for Dr. Cordoro's continued care.
    Jul 02, 2024
    My son and I were dellighted with the care he received.
    Jun 21, 2024
    Both Dr. Cordoro and her Fellow (Dr. Zullo) were fantastic. They listened to my son and addressed all concerns, and thanked him for his active participation. Great experience!
    Jun 15, 2024
    We felt very well informed and taken care of. It was an uncomfortable subject for my child but we'll handled
    May 18, 2024
    Perfect experience
    May 18, 2024
    Very good experience
    Apr 25, 2024
    My child was greatly appreciative of Dr. Cordero addressing the emotional side of the problem and also sharing her own similar experience, to make my daughter feel understood
    Apr 09, 2024
    He is a very professional and friendly person
    Mar 26, 2024
    She was the best doctor we've had since we moved out here to CA. Very thorough, great manner, explained things really well.
    Dec 10, 2023
    Dr Cordoro is fabulous. We immediately knew we were in great hands. She explained the pathophysiology of our son's issue and treatment plan in detail and answered all questions. We have total confidence in her expertise.
    Dec 08, 2023
    Very impressed with both the resident (I'm sorry I can't remember her name!) and Dr Cordoro. They were kind, thorough, and great with my toddler. There was also another staff member who wasn't assigned to us, but saw my child bump his head in the waiting room on the arm of a chair and promptly got us some ice, brought him stickers, and then a snack which was very thoughtful particularly given the long wait in the clinic.
    Nov 30, 2023
    Each Dr who's seen my son we're very kind and helpful
    Aug 22, 2023
    Absolutely the best doctors appointment we have ever experienced. Dr. Cordoro is a talented, welcoming a friendly doctor who such care and compassion for her patients. She listened carefully and worked with us. Her personality put my daughter and I at ease and she established such clear communication that we feel safe in her care and trust her professionally. She is an absolute gem!
    Aug 05, 2023
    Dr Cordoro is amazing! We are so grateful for her care and guidance!
    Jul 27, 2023
    We love Dr. Cordoro but the wait time and scheduling is always problematic and has been since well before the pandemic
    Jul 26, 2023
    Despite the long wait, Dr. Cordoro is one of my favorite doctors. I've already recommended her to friends.
    Jul 21, 2023
    Wonderfully caring and kind provider. Listened well and made us feel hopeful.
    Jun 23, 2023
    Overall great experience. Very detailed, great communication skills, professional and knowledgeable about her area of expertise

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