Chinese Medicine Dermatology
Expert Chinese Medical Dermatology in Oakland
At our Oakland clinic, Chinese Medicine Dermatology offers a structured, root-focused approach to chronic skin conditions. We provide personalized herbal medicine care for patients seeking natural support for eczema, topical steroid withdrawal, psoriasis, acne, rosacea, herpes simplex, and other persistent dermatologic concerns.
Rather than suppressing symptoms alone, our approach evaluates internal patterns that may contribute to inflammation, itching, redness, and recurrent flare-ups.
Why Choose Chinese Medical Dermatology?
Why settle for treatments that only cover up visible signs? We offer **personalized, low-risk herbal medicine plans** tailored to your specific skin concerns. This holistic method supports your body’s natural healing, often with fewer side effects than conventional options.
Our passion for Dermatology using Chinese Medicine comes from seeing firsthand how effective and empowering it can be for patients seeking real, lasting results.
How Does Treatment Work?
Chinese Medicine Dermatology begins with a detailed intake examining digestion, sleep, stress patterns, immune history, and the development of your skin condition over time. In Chinese Medicine, chronic skin issues are often understood as manifestations of internal imbalances such as damp-heat, blood deficiency, wind, toxin, etc.
Treatment typically involves customized herbal formulas prepared as teas or granules, and when appropriate, topical herbal preparations. Formulas are adjusted over time as the skin responds. Follow-up visits allow us to refine the prescription and monitor changes in frequency, severity, and duration of flare-ups.
Conditions Commonly Treated with Chinese Medicine Dermatology
Chinese Medicine Dermatology in Oakland may help manage a wide range of inflammatory and chronic skin conditions, including:
- Eczema & Atopic Dermatitis
- Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW)
- Psoriasis
- Acne & Hormonal Acne
- Rosacea
- Herpes Simplex & Shingles
- Alopecia Areata
- Lichen Planus & Lichen Simplex
- Vitiligo
About Our Dermatology Approach
David Heron, DACM, L.Ac has been treating dermatology conditions with Chinese herbal medicine for over a decade. He has completed the International TCM Dermatology Diploma Course with Dr. Mazin Al-Khafaji twice and continues advanced study in Chinese Medical Dermatology. His writings can be found on our blog and through Mayway Herbs.
Chinese Medicine Dermatology in Oakland and the East Bay
We serve patients in Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, San Leandro, Albany, El Cerrito, Walnut Creek, and throughout the East Bay. For patients elsewhere in California, telemedicine consultations are available when appropriate.
If you are searching for Chinese Medicine Dermatology in Oakland, our clinic provides individualized herbal medicine plans based on detailed pattern diagnosis and ongoing assessment. Each treatment plan is tailored to your specific condition, history, and overall constitution.
Dermatology Consultations
Initial Visit – $185 (90 minutes)
Includes a detailed interview, physical examination, and photo documentation of the skin (45–50 minutes), followed by possible LED therapy and in-office herbal preparation (30 minutes). Herbs are not included in pricing.
Follow-Up Visit – $100 (approximately 55–60 minutes total)
Includes a 25-minute interview, exam, and updated photo documentation, followed by possible LED therapy and herbal preparation. Herbs are not included in pricing.
Herbal costs: Typically $40–$60 per week, depending on formula and dose.
Telemedicine appointments are available only for patients residing in California. If you are able to come in person, it is very helpful to do so. This option is for those that truly cannot due to distance.
Telemedicine Initial Visit – $200 (60 minutes)
Includes a detailed health history, dermatologic assessment, and customized herbal treatment plan. Any herbal medicine will be shipped via USPS.
Telemedicine Follow-Up Visit – $130 (approximately 30 minutes)
Includes review of photos, progress review, formula adjustments, ongoing treatment guidance. Any herbal medicine will be shipped via USPS.
Herbal formulas and shipping costs are not included.
Scheduling
Book your Dermatology Consultation today!
Learn More
You can learn more by reading these case studies of other patient’s experiences here.
In addition, please find this link to an article/interview written by David Heron on TCM Dermatology.
Additionally, you can learn more about Chinese Medical Dermatology from the International Traditional Chinese Medicine Dermatology Association.
We gladly accept HSA and FSA cards for our services. (Herbal medicine coverage varies by plan.)