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Dr. Catherine Biren, MD, MPH, FAAD

Dr. Catherine Biren, MD, MPH, FAAD

Dermatologist
9781 Blue Larkspur Ln, Monterey, CA
Dr. Catherine Biren is a lifetime board-certified dermatologist with 34 years of experience. In 1989, Dr. Biren opened her own private dermatology practice, and since then, has proudly served the residents of Modesto, Oakdale, and surrounding communities. She looks forward to meeting patients around the Monterey area. Dr. Biren is an expert in skin cancer surgery, medical dermatology and cosmetic dermatology, and has been voted “Best Dermatologist in Stanislaus County.” She offers patients an extensive series of treatments and products designed to make skin look younger and more radiant. Dr. Biren attended UCLA at age 16, graduating magna cum laude with departmental honors in Biology. She completed medical school at Northwestern and completed her dermatology fellowship at UC Irvine/Long Beach, where she was elected Chief Resident. Dr. Biren serves on the Board of the North American Clinical Dermatologic Society, a non-profit academic organization that seeks to acquire and share the latest therapeutic techniques in dermatology with international dermatology colleagues. In her free time, Dr. Biren loves to travel. Her husband is a radiologist, along with her son, and her daughter is a veterinarian.

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Overall rating

3.25

Average wait time

4.33

Bedside manner

3.67

About Dr. Catherine Biren

Dr. Catherine Biren is a lifetime board-certified dermatologist with 34 years of experience. In 1989, Dr. Biren opened her own private dermatology practice, and since then, has proudly served the residents of Modesto, Oakdale, and surrounding communities. She looks forward to meeting patients around the Monterey area. Dr. Biren is an expert in skin cancer surgery, medical dermatology and cosmetic dermatology, and has been voted “Best Dermatologist in Stanislaus County.” She offers patients an extensive series of treatments and products designed to make skin look younger and more radiant. Dr. Biren attended UCLA at age 16, graduating magna cum laude with departmental honors in Biology. She completed medical school at Northwestern and completed her dermatology fellowship at UC Irvine/Long Beach, where she was elected Chief Resident. Dr. Biren serves on the Board of the North American Clinical Dermatologic Society, a non-profit academic organization that seeks to acquire and share the latest therapeutic techniques in dermatology with international dermatology colleagues. In her free time, Dr. Biren loves to travel. Her husband is a radiologist, along with her son, and her daughter is a veterinarian.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Psoriasis
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Allergic skin reaction with hives
Acute skin infection
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Psoriasis
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Allergic skin reaction with hives

Office location

California Skin Institute, part of SDG - Monterey
9781 Blue Larkspur Ln, Monterey, CA 93940
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Education and background

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Board certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Northwestern University, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of California, Irvine, Fellowship in Dermatology

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1124021035

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Overall rating
3.25
Wait time
4.33
Bedside manner
3.67
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Dr. Catherine Biren's office is located at 9781 Blue Larkspur Ln, Monterey, CA 93940.

Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Biren have?

Dr. Catherine Biren is certified by American Board of Dermatology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Catherine Biren?

Dr. Catherine Biren frequently sees patients for Acne, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, Hair Loss, and Rash. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Catherine Biren on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Catherine Biren speak?

Dr. Catherine Biren speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Catherine Biren in reviews?

4 patients have reviewed Dr. Catherine Biren. The overall rating for this doctor is 3.25/5. They have a 3.67/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.33/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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