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Dr. Karen Nern, MD

Concierge Dermatology physician, Edwards, CO

Epiphany Dermatology
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Dr. Nern is a dermatologist who performs Mohs micrographic surgery and many cosmetic procedures.

1140 Edwards Village Boulevard, Edwards, CO 81632
At a glance
Board certification
American Board of Dermatology
Languages
English

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About Dr. Nern

Dr. Nern earned a BS in finance from Arizona State University and an MBA from San Diego State University. She received her medical degree from UC Davis School of Medicine, completed a transitional medicine internship at Scripps Mercy Hospital, and finished a dermatology residency at the University of California, San Diego. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology.

Dr. Nern performs Mohs micrographic surgery and treats benign and malignant skin growths. She also performs many cosmetic procedures, including chemical peels and CO2 laser treatments. In December 2015, she transitioned her personal practice to surgery and cosmetic procedures only.

She founded and grew a five-location dermatology practice that is now Epiphany Dermatology. She serves as a preceptor for medical students and sits on the board of The Colorado Melanoma Foundation. She initiated The Sun Bus, a free sun safety education and skin cancer screening vehicle serving underserved populations of Colorado.

Her interests include skiing, horseback riding, boating and hiking.

Membership and fees

Fees are not published. Ask the practice.

Services

Mohs micrographic surgery Benign and malignant skin growths Cosmetic procedures Chemical peels CO2 laser treatments
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Education and credentials

Degree
MD, MBA
College
Arizona State University (BS, finance)
Medical school
UC Davis School of Medicine
Graduate school
San Diego State University (MBA)
Internship
Transitional medicine, Scripps Mercy Hospital, San Diego, CA
Residency
Dermatology, University of California, San Diego
Board certification
American Board of Dermatology
Professional memberships
Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Mohs Surgery, member of the Colorado Dermatology Society
NPI
1265542377

Hospital and practice affiliations

Physician at Epiphany Dermatology
Board member, The Colorado Melanoma Foundation
Visiting ScientistLubbock Christian University

Location

1140 Edwards Village Boulevard, Edwards, CO 81632
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Recognition and research

Awards

Women's Dermatology Society fellowship award recipient

Teaching and research roles

Founded ODD SPOT, a skin cancer detection framework published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
Serves as a preceptor for medical students

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I'm so happy I went with Dr. Nern

"I'm so happy I went with Dr. Nern. Her strategy was completely different, and the outcomes far surpassed my expectations. She took the time to analyze my face and discussed a customized approach with me."

FMDD UserJan 2022

Questions patients ask

Does Dr. Nern take insurance?

Epiphany Dermatology is in network with most major insurance plans.

Is Dr. Nern board certified?

Dr. Nern is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology.

Where did Dr. Nern train?

Dr. Nern received her medical degree from UC Davis School of Medicine. She completed a transitional medicine internship at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego and a dermatology residency at the University of California, San Diego.

Does Dr. Nern offer telehealth?

Epiphany Dermatology offers teledermatology.

Does Dr. Nern perform cosmetic procedures?

Yes, Dr. Nern performs many cosmetic procedures, including chemical peels and CO2 laser treatments.

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