Dermatology
Howard Sofen, M.D.
Medical Director, Dermatology Research Associates; Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine/Dermatology, Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA
Howard Sofen, M.D., is a board-certified dermatologist with over 44 years of experience providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatologic care in Los Angeles, California. As Medical Director of Dermatology Research Associates since 1985, he leads a practice established in 1950, offering treatments for a wide range of skin conditions including psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, eczema, acne, melanoma, and cutaneous malignancies. His expertise encompasses general dermatology, Mohs
45+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Dermatology (American Board of Dermatology)
Education & Training
- Drexel University College of Medicine — M.D., Class of 1981
- UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center — Residency, Dermatology, 1982-1985
- University of Southern California/Los Angeles General Medical Center — Internship, Internal Medicine, 1981-1982
Peer Recognition
- American Academy of Dermatology — Fellow (FAAD)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Olive View-UCLA Medical Center
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Languages
English, Spanish
Experience
45+ years in practice