Dr. Lucia Tuffanelli, MD

With over several years of clinical experience, Dr. Lucia R. Tuffanelli MD is a Dermatologist in San Francisco, CA, where her practice focuses on treating complex skin conditions. Clinical practice anchored in treating sun damage skin condition, with particular depth in skin light therapy and related techniques, has been the cornerstone of her professional journey. Specializing in the management of sun damage skin conditions, skin conditions, benign skin growths, acne, and seborrheic keratosis, Dr. Tuffanelli employs a range of treatments including skin light therapy, skin lesion removal, skin cancer treatment, and wound repair. Her expertise in pediatric dermatology, skin cancer, and wound care enables her to guide patients through complex diagnoses and develop effective treatment plans. By combining skin light therapy with other techniques, she helps restore skin health and reduce the risk of future skin problems. Dr. Tuffanelli's medical training includes a medical degree from Stanford University Program and residencies at multiple prestigious institutions, including the University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals and UC Irvine Medical Center. She is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology, demonstrating her expertise in dermatology. Her clinical work is supported by affiliations with top hospitals in San Francisco, including California Pacific Medical Center and UCSF Medical Center At Parnassus. New patients can schedule a visit with Dr. Tuffanelli at her office in San Francisco. She accepts various insurance carriers, including Blue Shield of California, UnitedHealth Group, and Medicare, and is fluent in Spanish.