My Doctor Online The Permanente Medical Group
Are you having back pain with any of the following?
- Severe pain, weakness or tingling in your leg(s).
- Difficulty stopping urination or loss of control of bladder or bowels.
- Unexplained fever, nausea or vomiting.
- A history of cancer or unexplained weight loss.
We understand that you are experiencing one or more of the health issues that might be impacting your back pain.
We recommend that you discuss these health issues with your doctor before proceeding with this program.
Once you are cleared by your doctor to do this program, we hope it helps you find relief from your back pain.
Brad Becker, MD
Dermatology
Welcome to My Doctor Online, a web site that my colleagues and I developed to make it easier for you to take care of your healthcare needs. On this site you will find answers to many of your questions about my clinical practice. Also included are several online features that will allow you to e-mail me, check your laboratory results and refill prescriptions. I hope you find its content informative and useful.
Quick Links
- Sun Protection
- Cosmetic Services
- American Academy of Dermatology
- Cold, Flu and Cough
- Dear 16-year-old Me: A Video Letter to Young People about Melanoma
- SkinCancerNet
General References
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Professional
Background
I am often asked why I chose a career in Dermatology. Many people consider Dermatology a field that deals with trivial, superficial matters. After many years of treating patients with a wide variety of skin diseases, I’ve realized the skin is merely an outward expression of the whole person. We can diagnose diseases of every internal organ as they manifest in the skin. Stress, anxiety, and depression, all cast shadows on the skin. Taking into account the enormous impact of skin cancer on our aging population, Dermatology becomes relevant to everyone. Most importantly, I simply enjoy being a physician caring for patients. It truly is a pleasure and a privilege to be given the opportunity to interact with such a wide variety of people on a daily basis. I can think of no other profession which affords an environment for daily personal growth, and the chance to improve the quality of lives of others.
Credentials
| Medical Education | UC San Francisco, San Francisco, CA |
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| Internship | UC Irvine Medical Center, Orange, CA |
| Residency | Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester, Rochester, NY |
| Board certification | Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology |
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