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Dr. Anthony Badame grew up in San Jose, California. He graduated from the University of California at Berkeley and Tulane University School of Medicine. He completed an internship in internal medicine and a residency in dermatology at Charity Hospital in New Orleans. Dr. Badame's achievements include Tulane University's Top Medical Graduate Award, election into Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, and Louisiana's Outstanding Dermatologic Research Award. He was chosen among his peers as a Top Doctor of Silicon Valley and was elected into the prestigious Best Doctors of America. Dr. Badame is a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. He is adjunct clinical assistant professor at Stanford University and is on the medical staff at O'Connor Hospital. Additionally, Dr. Badame belongs to the Santa Clara County Medical Association and the California Medical Association.

From concerns regarding skin cancer to the latest anti-aging treatments, having a dermatologist you know and trust is vital to your skin’s health.

Bruce Saal, MD, is a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist with vast experience in both traditional dermatologic services and the newest, most cutting-edge procedures. Los Gatos Dermatology in Los Gatos, California, pioneered anti-aging laser treatments for the last forty years and continues to do so today.

Whether patients are seeking treatment for a physical condition, such as rosacea or acne scarring, or if they’re interested in the newest FDA-approved body contouring technique, Dr. Saal has the skill and experience needed to deliver outstanding results.

He began his educational career at Harpur College at the State University of New York, graduating with a degree in chemistry. He then attended medical school at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans before completing his internship at the University of Southern California (USC) Medical Center in Los Angeles. He stayed at USC to complete his dermatology residency.

Dr. Saal founded Los Gatos Dermatology in 1976 and, for the past forty-seven years, has been an honored example of what it takes to succeed in the field.

He co-organized the first laser surgery clinic at Stanford University, Department of Dermatology, and continues to be a recognized leader in both laser surgery and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Saal also lectures at various dermatology educational forums, both nationally and abroad.

Professionally, Dr. Saal is board-certified by both the American Board of Dermatology and the American Board of Pathology. He holds a fellowship at the American Board of Laser Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. He’s also a fellow at the American Society of Dermatopathology, the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, the American Academy of Dermatology, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

Jeffrey Collins, DO, is a board-certified dermatologist at Redwood Empire Dermatology in Healdsburg, Santa Rosa, and Oakmont, California. After many years away from California pursuing his education and practicing as a general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatologist in Rhode Island, Dr. Collins has returned to bring exceptional care to his patients at the practice. 

 

Dr. Collins was born and raised in La Canada, California, just outside Los Angeles.  He graduated with his bachelor’s in exercise science and a minor in Chemistry from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. He then moved on to earn his four-year medical school degree at Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona. He graduated at the top of his class with honors and and a 3.95 GPA. 

 

After medical school, Dr. Collins completed a one-year internship at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis, Oregon. He then moved across the country to Florida where he completed his three-year derm training at the Dermatology Residency of Orlando/Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery. As expected in sunny Florida, Dr. Collins gained extensive experience in the treatment of skin cancer with Mohs and surgical dermatology. In addition to the hundreds of Mohs cases he experienced, Dr. Collins completed hundreds of facial reconstructions while training with a plastic surgeon. He consistently scored above the 95% percentile on the US national medical licensing exams and the dermatology board exams. He is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, the largest and most comprehensive board certification for dermatologists.

 

Dr. Collins has been actively involved in dermatology clinical trial research as an investigator, publishing both articles and textbook chapters. Taking research as a crucial part of his medical knowledge and progression, Dr. Collins completed a research elective at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. During his study in Florida, Dr. Collins also participated in an externship for complex medical dermatology through the University of California, San Francisco. He is currently an educator and Adjunct Associate Clinical Professor teaching medical students from Touro University.  

 

To diversify his Mohs surgery education, Dr. Collins completed the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) surgical preceptorship in Mohs surgery in Portland, Oregon. Cosmetically, he trained on many different lasers, fillers, and neurotoxins; he also attended the Premier Cosmetic Resident Symposium, sponsored by the ASDS, to enhance his training. Dr. Collins demonstrated leadership amongst his peers and was chosen to be the Chief Resident during his last year of dermatology residency.

 

Dr. Collins loves to spend time outdoors with his wife, three kids, and their Australian Shepherd outside of work. He has lived in many different places, including Arizona, Hawaii, Oregon, Utah, Florida, and Rhode Island, and brings the experience and understanding from living in many parts of the country

 

During visits with Dr. Collins, he will present you with all the proper medical treatments and then let your values determine what treatments are to be given. His practice style steers away from the older paternalistic model of healthcare.  He is well trained in general, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology and is excited to bring you the best and latest dermatologic care.

 

Jeffrey Collins, DO, is a board-certified dermatologist at Redwood Empire Dermatology in Healdsburg, Santa Rosa, and Oakmont, California. After many years away from California pursuing his education and practicing as a general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatologist in Rhode Island, Dr. Collins has returned to bring exceptional care to his patients at the practice. 

 

Dr. Collins was born and raised in La Canada, California, just outside Los Angeles.  He graduated with his bachelor’s in exercise science and a minor in Chemistry from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. He then moved on to earn his four-year medical school degree at Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona. He graduated at the top of his class with honors and and a 3.95 GPA. 

 

After medical school, Dr. Collins completed a one-year internship at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis, Oregon. He then moved across the country to Florida where he completed his three-year derm training at the Dermatology Residency of Orlando/Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery. As expected in sunny Florida, Dr. Collins gained extensive experience in the treatment of skin cancer with Mohs and surgical dermatology. In addition to the hundreds of Mohs cases he experienced, Dr. Collins completed hundreds of facial reconstructions while training with a plastic surgeon. He consistently scored above the 95% percentile on the US national medical licensing exams and the dermatology board exams. He is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, the largest and most comprehensive board certification for dermatologists.

 

Dr. Collins has been actively involved in dermatology clinical trial research as an investigator, publishing both articles and textbook chapters. Taking research as a crucial part of his medical knowledge and progression, Dr. Collins completed a research elective at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. During his study in Florida, Dr. Collins also participated in an externship for complex medical dermatology through the University of California, San Francisco. He is currently an educator and Adjunct Associate Clinical Professor teaching medical students from Touro University.  

 

To diversify his Mohs surgery education, Dr. Collins completed the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) surgical preceptorship in Mohs surgery in Portland, Oregon. Cosmetically, he trained on many different lasers, fillers, and neurotoxins; he also attended the Premier Cosmetic Resident Symposium, sponsored by the ASDS, to enhance his training. Dr. Collins demonstrated leadership amongst his peers and was chosen to be the Chief Resident during his last year of dermatology residency.

 

Dr. Collins loves to spend time outdoors with his wife, three kids, and their Australian Shepherd outside of work. He has lived in many different places, including Arizona, Hawaii, Oregon, Utah, Florida, and Rhode Island, and brings the experience and understanding from living in many parts of the country

 

During visits with Dr. Collins, he will present you with all the proper medical treatments and then let your values determine what treatments are to be given. His practice style steers away from the older paternalistic model of healthcare.  He is well trained in general, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology and is excited to bring you the best and latest dermatologic care.

 

Julie Plante, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist at Redwood Empire Dermatology in Healdsburg, California. She specializes in general, pediatric, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. 

 

Dr. Plante was born and raised in Santa Rosa, California, and graduated from Montgomery High School as valedictorian. She attended Stanford University for her undergraduate degree and medical school. She continued on to the University of California, San Francisco, and completed residencies in both pediatrics and dermatology. 

 

Dr. Plante has a particular interest in complementary and alternative medicine and tries to include these treatment modalities in her patients' care plans when desired. A member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Society for Pediatric Dermatology, and the Sonoma-Mendocino-Lake Medical Association, Dr. Plante also serves as a volunteer educator of family practice resident physicians. She is on staff at the Healdsburg District Hospital. 

 

She has received various research grants, has published her work in multiple medical journals, and presented at national medical conferences. 

 

When not caring for her patients, Dr. Plante enjoys exercising, traveling, and spending time with her husband and daughters.