Kirsten E. Dickinson, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist
Board-Certified Mohs Surgeon
Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon

Kirsten E. Dickinson, MD, FAAD

Dr. Kirsten Dickinson is a board-certified dermatologist and a board-certified, fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon. As a Mohs surgeon, Dr. Dickinson understands that being diagnosed with skin cancer can cause anxiety. Knowing this, she always seeks to provide comfort and reassurance to her patients throughout the entire surgical removal and reconstruction process. It is her goal that patients return home not only happy with the results, but also skin cancer free.

Dr. Dickinson specializes skin cancer detection and treatment, including Mohs micrographic surgery and complex facial reconstructive surgery. She provides treatment for common and complex skin, hair and nail conditions including, but not limited to, acne, eczema, and psoriasis. Additionally, she provides cosmetic treatments for skin rejuvenation including Botox® Cosmetic, fillers, microneedling, chemical peels and lasers.

Dr. Dickinson is excited to provide exceptional dermatologic care to the Clive and West Des Moines community where she grew up.

Clive

12327 Stratford Drive

Clive, Iowa 50325

Tel:(515) 224-7088

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Ames

500 Main Street
Suite 113

Ames, Iowa 50010

Tel:(515) 232-3006

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Newton

204 North 4th Avenue, East

Newton, Iowa 50208

Tel:(515) 224-7088

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I enjoy forming long lasting relationships with my patients, based on a foundation of trust. My goal is to work together with the patient as a team to address both the physical and emotional aspects of their skin condition.

- Kirsten E. Dickinson, MD, FAAD

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Scar on my nose from basil cell carcinoma surgery is almost gone after 24 months. I did use vitamin E twice a day for 2 years to help with the healing. She did a nice job with the craftsmanship of the incision to initiate a close to seamless visual effect.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Dickinson listens, is informational and supportive.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Very nice staff, had a good experience and very confident of a good outcome.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Very professional. The staff was very thorough in explaining the procedure that was being performed. Dr. Dickinson was efficient and quick in her work.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Very personal able and professional

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Yesterday I had an appointment with Dr Dickinson for the first time. She did a thorough examination and explained things well. She was on time and the appointment did not take very long.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

She explained everything very clearly to me, answering all my questions and concerns. I would highly recommend her.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

(Translated by Google) Excellent professional. (Original) Excelente profesional.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Staff is all very efficient.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Procedure went smooth. Dr Dickinson and her nurse were A+

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Education

Undergraduate Degree:
BS, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

Medical School:
MD, University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA

Dermatology Residency:
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA

Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship:
Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH

Certificates

American Board of Dermatology

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Dermatology

Age Restriction
For patients scheduling who are under 18 years of age (19 in Alabama and Nebraska) please make sure you have permission from your parent or legal guardian to schedule this appointment. Your parent or legal guardian must accompany you on your initial visit and on certain subsequent visits to provide appropriate informed consent.