Dr. David Cotter
As a native Las Vegan, Dr. David Cotter is excited and proud to practice dermatology in his hometown. Dr. Cotter’s many years of clinical and scientific training have equipped him with expertise in medical dermatology, pediatric dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Cotter is prepared to help you attain your best skin at Las Vegas Dermatology®.
Dr. Cotter graduated from UNLV with highest honors, and obtained both an M.D. and a Ph.D. in molecular cell biology and physiology at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Cotter completed his residency in Dermatology at UCSD School of Medicine, where he served as chief resident. He is an expert in skin disease and has experience treating patients with both common and rare dermatologic diseases. He serves as an assistant clinical professor at the UNLV School of Medicine. Dr. Cotter has published many peer reviewed articles, educates his peers at national meetings, mentors medical students, and actively performs clinical research. His unique background as a physician scientist allows Dr. Cotter to offer his patients the most advanced skin care treatments.
Personal
When he is not working, Dr. Cotter enjoys hiking with his wife and children, practicing martial arts, and exercising. A fossil hunter, and rock collector, Dr. Cotter shares his passion for nature, history, and exercise with his family.
Education
- Residency in Dermatology, UC San Diego Medical Center, 2016-2019. Chief Resident.
- Internship in Internal Medicine, University of Nevada School of Medicine-Las Vegas, 2015-2016. Intern of the Year.
- M.D., Washington University School of Medicine, 2009-2015.
- Ph.D., Washington University School of Medicine, 2009-2015.
- Bachelors of Science, Biology, UNLV, 2005-2008, Summa Cum Laude, Department and University Honors
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Dr. David Cotter
As a native Las Vegan, Dr. David Cotter is excited and proud to practice dermatology in his hometown. Dr. Cotter’s many years of clinical and scientific training have equipped him with expertise in medical dermatology, pediatric dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Cotter is prepared to help you attain your best skin at Las Vegas Dermatology®.
Dr. Cotter graduated from UNLV with highest honors, and obtained both an M.D. and a Ph.D. in molecular cell biology and physiology at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Cotter completed his residency in Dermatology at UCSD School of Medicine, where he served as chief resident. He is an expert in skin disease and has experience treating patients with both common and rare dermatologic diseases. He serves as an assistant clinical professor at the UNLV School of Medicine. Dr. Cotter has published many peer reviewed articles, educates his peers at national meetings, mentors medical students, and actively performs clinical research. His unique background as a physician scientist allows Dr. Cotter to offer his patients the most advanced skin care treatments.
Personal
When he is not working, Dr. Cotter enjoys hiking with his wife and children, practicing martial arts, and exercising. A fossil hunter, and rock collector, Dr. Cotter shares his passion for nature, history, and exercise with his family.
Education
- Residency in Dermatology, UC San Diego Medical Center, 2016-2019. Chief Resident.
- Internship in Internal Medicine, University of Nevada School of Medicine-Las Vegas, 2015-2016. Intern of the Year.
- M.D., Washington University School of Medicine, 2009-2015.
- Ph.D., Washington University School of Medicine, 2009-2015.
- Bachelors of Science, Biology, UNLV, 2005-2008, Summa Cum Laude, Department and University Honors
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Areas of Expertise
Diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer
- Medical, laser, and surgical therapy for skin cancer
Management of inflammatory skin conditions in children and adults
- Psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, acne, and more
Complex Medical Dermatology
- Bullous pemphigoid, pemphigus vulgaris, cutaneous lupus, and more
Pediatric Dermatology
- Medical and laser treatment of hemangiomas, acne, eczema, and genetic skin diseases
Cosmetic Dermatology
- Neuromodulators, dermal fillers, lasers, scar revision, and more
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Patch testing
Education
- Residency in Dermatology, UC San Diego Medical Center, 2016-2019. Chief Resident.
- Internship in Internal Medicine, University of Nevada School of Medicine-Las Vegas,
2015-2016. Intern of the Year.
- M.D., Washington University School of Medicine, 2009-2015.
- Ph.D., Washington University School of Medicine, 2009-2015.
- Bachelors of Science, Biology, UNLV, 2005-2008, Summa Cum Laude, Department and University Honors
Selected Publications
- Kusari A, Cotter D, Hinds B, Paravar T. Non-uremic calciphylaxis in a patient with multiple rheumatologic diseases. Dermatol Online J. 2019 Feb 15;25(2).
- Eichenfield DZ, Cotter D, Thorson J, Hinds B, Sun BK. Agminated blue nevus with a GNAQ mutation: A case report and review of the literature. J Cutan Pathol. 2019 Feb;46(2):130-133.
- Cotter DG, Schairer D, Eichenfield L. Emerging therapies for atopic dermatitis: JAK inhibitors. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2018 Mar; 78(3S1):S53-S62.
- Cotter DG, et al. Ketogenesis prevents nonalcoholic fatty liver injury and hyperglycemia through coenzyme A recycling. J Clin Invest. 2014 Dec;124(12):5175-90.
- Cotter DG, et al. Impact of peripheral ketolytic deficiency on hepatic ketogenesis and gluconeogenesis during the transition to birth. J Biol Chem. 288 (27): 19739-19749.
- Cotter DG, Schugar RC, and Crawford PA. Ketone body metabolism and cardiovascular disease. Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol. 2013. 304 (8): H1060-76.
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