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James V. Twede, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon
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Dr. James V. Twede is a dedicated and caring dermatologist who truly enjoys his work and strives to provide the highest quality care to his patients. He is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is fellowship trained in Mohs micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology.

He received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Utah and his Doctor of Medicine from the Uniformed Services University; graduating in the top tier of his class and received the Emma M. Bockman Award for research excellence.  He completed his residency training at the prestigious Walter Reed Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, where he received the Medical Dermatology Mentorship Award, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery Preceptor Award, and, in his final year, served as the Chief Resident. After residency, he served in the US Army as a dermatologist at the Evans Army Community Hospital in Fort Carson, Colorado. While he was there, he served as the chief of dermatology and medical subspecialty clinics and as an adjunct faculty member at the Academy of Health Sciences Graduate School. He received numerous awards for patient satisfaction and productivity and was selected as the preceptor of the year for his educational and mentoring efforts of physician assistant students. Upon completion of his military commitment, he went on to complete a fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology at the esteemed Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.

Dr. Twede specializes in Mohs surgery and the medical and surgical treatment of skin cancer. He also has extensive experience with various aesthetic procedures and has expertise in laser revision of acne scars, postsurgical scars, and vascular anomalies. He has performed thousands of laser treatments, botulinum toxin injections, and dermal filler injections over his career. He has published numerous dermatologic journal manuscripts, given multiple national and local academic presentations and has authored an academic textbook chapter on evidence-based prevention and treatment of surgical wound infections.

When not at the office, Dr. Twede enjoys mountain biking, hiking, snowboarding, coaching basketball and playing tennis with his wife and two children.

Undergraduate Degree
The University of Utah - Salt Lake City, UT

Medical School
Uniformed Services University - Bethesda, MD

Dermatology Residency
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center - Bethesda, MD

Mohs Fellowship
Mayo Clinic - Rochester, MN

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Twede at these locations:

Forefront Dermatology clinic exterior in Castle Rock, CO
Forefront Dermatology

2356 Meadows Blvd Ste 340
Castle Rock, CO 80109

(303) 761-7797

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

Forefront Dermatology clinic exterior in Englewood, CO
Forefront Dermatology

3701 S Clarkson St Ste 400
Englewood, CO 80113

(303) 761-7797

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

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What Dr. Twede's patients have to say:

Google Reviews • Forefront

I received excellent care from the doctor and his associate. I requested that they send a copy of the note from this visit to my oncologist doctor Dev Paul. Dr. Twieg’s office should have his fax number because I have had things sent to him in the past from my visits and I’ve signed a release of information that was supposed to be good on an ongoing basis. please let me know if you have any trouble getting that clinical note to Dr. Paul over at Rose Hospital Rocky Mountain Cancer centers

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Dr Twede and his entire staff are great! Personable, efficient, patient focused. Answer any question at any time. Couldn’t ask for more.

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Dr Tuede is an Outstanding Dr and so his assistant, Sydney. Very skilled and professional, and it was really a pleasure to be taken care of by them. I feel lucky to have been referred to them and would recommend them to anyone

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He is the best!! He has addressed my issues promptyy and professionally.

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Great News They have been Great With Everything Professional At Making Me feel Confident And At Ease Follow Updates Are Coo Thanks for Taking care 😊

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Dr Twede is always very thorough. He explains everything as we go through the procedure. He and his staff are always very friendly and helpful.

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Dr Twede was very efficient by completing the procedure in just a few minutes. He told everything I needed to know about it. He’s also very friendly as is Sam, his assistant.

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Dr. Tweed and his surgery assistant Sam were absolutely wonderful and they did a great job. I would see Dr.Tweed, Sam and PA Chelsea anytime a great team.

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Amazing attention to detail with a caring, bubbly assistant!

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Very professional, efficient procedure. Felt comfortable with all phases.

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Real professional, friendly and caring. Overall a very good experience. I appreciate the care and skill.

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Very good doctor

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I sent Dr T pics of my nose and some text . I was delighted to get quick, friendly replies, even on the weekend! Of course I put ‘10’ on rating my experience! —— J.M.Templin

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Have been going to this practice for years. Dr Twede has done previous surgery for my skin cancers and have always had great success. He and the staff are very professional but personable and caring. Highly recommend!

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Very caring

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Dr. Twede is just the best. His staff is the best.

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The doctor and the staff were great. They were patient with me and made feel at ease with what I am going through. Thank you 😊.

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Excellent experience. Very happy with Dr Twede MD and his staff

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This place is great. They always run on time, and they do everything possible to make your visit comfortable and informative. I thoroughly enjoy the doctors at this practice (shout out to Kathryn Harrison!), but the nurses are no slouches, either. I highly recommend this practice - they've been diagnosing my weird skin issues, and giving me shots for years. They are caring, kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. I know I will continue to go here for as long as I have skin!

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Every single person at the office today was Amazing during my procedure that I had done. Thank you all!