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Kirsten E. Dickinson, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist Board-Certified Mohs Surgeon Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon
4.9/5 Google Reviews
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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.

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

Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Dickinson at these locations:

Forefront Dermatology clinic exterior in Ames, IA
Forefront Dermatology

500 Main St Ste 113
Ames, IA 50010

(515) 232-3006

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

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Forefront Dermatology clinic exterior in Clive, IA
Forefront Dermatology

12327 Stratford Dr
Clive, IA 50325

(515) 224-7088

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

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Forefront Dermatology clinic exterior in Newton, IA
Forefront Dermatology

204 N 4th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208

(515) 224-7088

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

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What Dr. Dickinson's patients have to say:

Google Reviews • Forefront

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 Reviews • Forefront

Dr Dickinson listens, is informational and supportive.

Google Reviews • Forefront

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

Google Reviews • Forefront

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 Reviews • Forefront

Very personal able and professional

Google Reviews • Forefront

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 Reviews • Forefront

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

Google Reviews • Forefront

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

Google Reviews • Forefront

Staff is all very efficient.

Google Reviews • Forefront

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

Google Reviews • Forefront

Cheerful, Efficient, and professional. She asked questions and answered mine. Very satisfied with her performance and technique.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Everyone there from the receptionist to the doctors and nurses was extremely helpful and polite.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Overall I had a great experience. A couple of things that kind of bothered me. When I checked in, the person was rather gruff. I was early for my appointment and asked if appointments were running on time. The response was less than welcoming. This is my first time having such a procedure and don’t know how the process runs. The support care staff (nurses, aides etc) were amazing! Big props to them! So kind and caring. I think the doctor did a great job as it was only 1 procedure and I was finished. Thank you! There does seem to be an atmosphere of providers being rushed. When I met with the initial provider for a screening, it seemed rather rushed.

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Everything was very smooth from checking in and out to the surgery itself.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Friendly and efficient

Google Reviews • Forefront

I had a mole and skin cancer check, all went well. Dr. Dickinson did a great job of inspection of any potential problems.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Everyone was pleasant. Doctor was on time.

Google Reviews • Forefront

On time, professional, very comfortable office, very competent dr

Google Reviews • Forefront

Great people! I will be going back!

Google Reviews • Forefront

Dr. Dickinson and her nurses were so kind and helpful in every way throughout my procedure. She is the best!