Biren, Catherine

Catherine Biren, MD

Biren, Catherine

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

She has more than 30 years of experience in dermatology and has built a reputation for excellence in skin cancer surgery, medical dermatology and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Biren is committed to helping patients achieve healthier, more radiant skin through customized care and advanced treatments. She was previously voted “Best Dermatologist in Stanislaus County.”

Dr. Biren began her career by opening her own private practice in 1989, serving the communities of Modesto, Oakdale and surrounding areas. She is excited to now be offering her expertise to patients in the Monterey area.

About Catherine Biren, MD

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

She has more than 30 years of experience in dermatology and has built a reputation for excellence in skin cancer surgery, medical dermatology and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Biren is committed to helping patients achieve healthier, more radiant skin through customized care and advanced treatments. She was previously voted “Best Dermatologist in Stanislaus County.”

Dr. Biren began her career by opening her own private practice in 1989, serving the communities of Modesto, Oakdale and surrounding areas. She is excited to now be offering her expertise to patients in the Monterey area.

She earned her undergraduate degree from UCLA at the age of 16, graduating magna cum laude with departmental honors in biology. She completed medical school at Northwestern University and went on to complete her dermatology residency at UC Irvine/Long Beach, where she served as chief resident.

Dr. Biren currently serves on the board of the North American Clinical Dermatologic Society, a nonprofit academic organization focused on advancing global dermatologic knowledge and collaboration.

In her free time, she enjoys traveling. Her husband and son are both radiologists, and her daughter is a veterinarian.

Education & Training

  • BA, biology, UCLA, magna cum laude
  • MD, Northwestern University
  • Dermatology residency, UC Irvine/Long Beach, chief resident

Professional Memberships & Associations

  • North American Clinical Dermatologic Society

Certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

Honors & Awards

  • Voted “Best Dermatologist in Stanislaus County”

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About Schweiger Dermatology Group

Founded by Dr. Eric Schweiger in 2010, Schweiger Dermatology Group began as a single office in Midtown Manhattan with a mission to deliver high-quality dermatologic care without long waits. As demand grew, so did the practice. Today we have over 160 locations across 9 states with more than 600 of the nation's leading providers and were ranked as the number one practice nationally in cosmetic and reconstructive care by Castle Connolly. In 2023, we broadened our expertise by integrating allergy care into our services. We remain committed to offering exceptional medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology as well as comprehensive allergy services, ensuring patients receive expert care in a modern, state-of-the art environment.