Recht, Bernard

Bernard Recht, MD, PhD

Recht, Bernard

Dr. Recht is a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

He has decades of experience in dermatology, with a strong focus on skin cancer detection, immunodermatology and medical education. He brings a unique perspective to patient care through his extensive background in both research and clinical dermatology. Dr. Recht is committed to educating the next generation of dermatologists and has remained active in academic medicine throughout his career.

About Bernard Recht, MD, PhD

Dr. Recht is a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

He has decades of experience in dermatology, with a strong focus on skin cancer detection, immunodermatology and medical education. He brings a unique perspective to patient care through his extensive background in both research and clinical dermatology. Dr. Recht is committed to educating the next generation of dermatologists and has remained active in academic medicine throughout his career.

He earned a Bachelor of Science in Bacteriology and Immunology from the University of California, Berkeley and completed a PhD in Immunochemistry at the City University of New York while conducting his research at New York University. He earned his medical degree from Mt. Sinai Medical Center and completed his internship at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena. He then completed a dermatology residency and research fellowship at Stanford University.

Dr. Recht is on staff at El Camino Hospital and serves as a clinical instructor at the Palo Alto Veteran’s Hospital. He is also an associate clinical professor of dermatology at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Recht founded Sunnyvale Dermatology in 1987, which later became part of California Skin Institute, establishing the group’s presence in Sunnyvale.

Outside of his clinical and academic responsibilities, Dr. Recht actively participates in community education and outreach, offering public lectures and skin cancer screenings.

In his personal time, he enjoys watercolor painting, gardening, travel and time with his family.

Education & Training

  • BS in bacteriology and immunology, University of California, Berkeley
  • PhD in Immunochemistry, City University of New York
  • MD, Mt. Sinai Medical Center
  • Internship, Huntington Memorial Hospital, Pasadena
  • Dermatology residency and research fellowship, Stanford University

Experience

  • Founder, Sunnyvale Dermatology
  • Associate clinical professor, Stanford University Medical Center
  • Clinical instructor, Palo Alto Veteran’s Hospital
  • Dermatologist, El Camino Hospital
  • Staff member, El Camino Hospital
  • Clinical instructor, Palo Alto Veteran’s Hospital
  • Associate clinical professor, Stanford University

Certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

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At Schweiger Dermatology Group, we believe no one should wait to feel confident in their own skin. That's why we're committed to delivering The Ultimate Patient Experience—expert care that's fast, compassionate, and seamless. Founded by Dr. Eric Schweiger in 2010 to eliminate long wait times for high quality dermatologists, we've grown into the nation's leading dermatology practice, with hundreds of locations across the country and millions of satisfied patients. We offer medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology, as well as allergy services—in modern, state-of-the-art offices. Most new patients are seen within days, and we accept most insurances and handle billing for you. Whether it's a skin concern or a cosmetic goal, we make it easy to get the care you need—without the wait.