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John Geisse, MD, Dermatology, Vallejo, CA

John Kevin Geisse MD FACMS, FASDP, FAAD

Dermatology•Vallejo, CA

Dermatologic Surgery, Dermatopathology

President; Solano Dermatology Associates

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  • 2290 Sacramento Stwww.solderm.comVallejo, CA 94590

  • Phone+1 707-643-5785

  • Fax+1 707-643-8810

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Summary

  • Dr. John Geisse, based in Vallejo, CA, specializes in dermatology with subspecialties in dermatologic surgery and dermatopathology. He completed his advanced training at the University of California, San Francisco, and obtained his medical degree with high distinction from Indiana University School of Medicine. His career includes longstanding roles as a physician at Sutter Solano Medical Center and the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as academic positions as a Clinical Professor at UCSF and the San Francisco Veterans Administration Medical Center. Dr. Geisse has been involved in research and clinical consultancy, particularly in skin cancer diagnostics, as evidenced by his publications on skin cancer risk assessment and treatment. He has received numerous recognitions, including the Distinguished Service Award from the American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery, and his work has contributed to advancements in dermatologic care.

    • Solano Dermatology Associates

    Solano Dermatology Associates has been around for over 7 decades. We are a group of likeminded dermatologists and dermatologic physician assistants; 5 locations

Education & Training

  • University of California (San Francisco)
    University of California (San Francisco)Fellowship, Dermatopathology, 1990 - 1991
  • University of California (San Francisco)
    University of California (San Francisco)Fellowship, Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology, 1989 - 1990
  • University of California (San Francisco)
    University of California (San Francisco)Residency, Dermatology, 1986 - 1989
  • University of North Carolina Hospitals
    University of North Carolina HospitalsInternship, Internal Medicine, 1985 - 1986
  • Indiana University School of Medicine
    Indiana University School of MedicineClass of 1985, MD, With Highest Distinction; AOA

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1986 - 2028
  • NV State Medical License
    NV State Medical License 1996 - 2007
  • NC State Medical License
    NC State Medical License 1985 - 1999
  • Dermatology
    American Board of Dermatology Dermatology
  • Dermatopathology
    American Board of Dermatology Dermatopathology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Best Doctors in America
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification NextGen Ambulatory EHR, NextGen Healthcare, 2012, 2014
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Omedix Patient Portal, Omedix, Inc., 2012, 2014

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Mohs micrographic surgery and partial amputation preserving function and aesthetics in digits: case reports of digital dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans and invasive mel...  
    Do, Alice; Goleno, K; Geisse, JK, Dermatolg Surg, 1/1/2006
  • Imiquimod: A Viewpoint by John Geisse  
    Geisse, John, Am. Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 1/1/2005
  • Medical Therapies for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer  
    Chakrabarty, A., Geisse, JK, Clinics in Dermatology, 5/1/2004

Books/Book Chapters

  • Dermatology in General Medicine 
    Chapter: "Epithelial Precancerous Lesions" Epidermal and Appendageal Tumors 
    Geisse JKEditors: Fitzpatrick et al.McGraw-Hill, Inc.2006
  • Clinics in Dermatology 
    Chapter: Medical Therapies for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer 
    Geisse JK2004
  • Oxford Handbook of Oncology 
    Chapter: "Medical Therapies for Non-melanoma Skin Cancer" 
    John K. Geisse, MDClinics in Dermatology2004

Abstracts/Posters

  • Apthous Ulcers Associated With Imiquimod and the Treatment of Actinic Chelitis.
    Arun K. Chakrabarty, MD, Serena Mraz, MD, John K. Geisse, MD, Nancy J. Anderson, MD, JAAD, 2/1/2005
  • Two Dose Response Studies Evaluating Imiquimod 5% Cream in the Treatment of Primary Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma
    Geisse, JK, Marks, R, Owens, ML, Fox, TL, 59th Annual Meeting AAD, 3/1/2001
  • "Two Dose Response Studies Evaluating Imiquimod 5% Cream in the Treatment of Primary Superficial Basal Cell Carcinoma"
    Geisse, JK, Marks, R, Owens, ML, Fox, TL, 59th Annual Meeting AAD, 3/1/2001

Lectures

  • "Annual Skin Clinicopathologic Conference" 
    1/1/2002

Authored Content

  • Early Detection and Prompt Treatment of Squamous Cell Carcinoma in the Very ElderlyNovember 2022

Professional Memberships

Industry Relationships

  • Scientific Advisory Board Member, DermaSensorAdvisor to start up company with a novel device which uses elastic tissue scattering spectroscopy to screen all types of skin lesions for malignant versed benign spectroscopic signatures intended to help clinicians better screen patients for early detection of skin cancers.Disclosure: Stock holder; unpaid position.2014 - Present

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