Peggy Chern, MD

Peggy Chern, MD completed her Dermatology specialty training at the University of Iowa, where she served as Chief Resident in her last year. She grew up in southern California and received her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, graduating summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa. After earning a master’s degree from the University of California at Berkeley, she received her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis, graduating Alpha Omega Alpha.

She completed fellowship training in Mohs Surgery/Procedural Dermatology at Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, California. She has a particular interest in skin cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, including Mohs micrographic surgery and cutaneous reconstruction. She has authored many book chapters and scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals with a focus on procedural dermatology, skin cancer, and skin-wound healing.

Dr. Chern practices dermatologic surgery and procedural dermatology, including Mohs surgery, laser, vein, and cosmetic procedures.  She joined Westlake Dermatology in 2009.  Dr. Chern is Board Certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American College of Mohs Surgery, the Texas Medical Association, and the Travis County Medical Association.

 

Here’s What Some of Our Patients Are Saying About Dr. Chern

  • “Nothing could be better. I was very pleased with Dr. Chern and her staff.”  — David L.
  • “Everything was great.  Dr. Chern was very thorough and friendly.  She has a great bedside manner.  We loved her and the staff is also great!  Very friendly! Wonderful experience!” — Carol A.
  • “Dr. Chern and her [assistant], Jeannie, were incredibly gracious & comforting in a difficult procedure.  I wasn’t sure what to expect during my first MOHs experience and my experience was excellent.  Their professionalism and personal touch is commendable.  Thank you!” – Helen B.
  • “Dr. Chern and her assistants went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable and not in any pain.  They made sure I knew exactly what was going to take place and how it was going to feel.  I was scared  and nervous because they were removing cancerous growth on my nose, but they did everything right in reassuring me — even made coffee for me and offered snacks!” — Jean T.
  • “Peggy Chern and her assistant are the best I have ever experienced!” – Mike W.
  • “Love Dr. Chern!   She makes you feel important and cared for.   She’s also very cognizant of your time and makes sure it is not wasted.   I don’t remember her nurses name but she’s also very friendly and helpful.   Thanks Westlake!” — Rhonda F.
  • “All was good. Doctor and nurse were wonderful and made a surgical experience positive and as comfortable as possible.” — Ron P.
  • “Dr. Chern was amazing. I felt totally comfortable and in good hands!!” — Sandy S.
  • “Very professional and informative.”  — Leanne J.
  • “Peggy Chern has removed multiple lipomas for me and has always been professional and caring.  The staff is also exceptional, and I would not hesitate to recommend Westlake Dermatology to others.”  — Brandon T.
  • “Very accommodating and great patient care.  Very pleased with the surgery and post surgery results.”  — Bill M.
  • “Everyone that I came in contact with at Westlake Dermatology was so welcoming and kind.  My medical assistant was the sweetest medical assistant I think I’ve ever come in contact with!  Keep up the fantastic patient care, y’all rock!”  — Robbie W.
  • “Dr. Chern is amazingly caring and considerate. I appreciate her efforts to understand how my procedure affected me.”  — Anne R.