Exconde-Mercado, Cathleen

Cathleen Exconde-Mercado, NP

Exconde-Mercado, Cathleen

Cathleen is a certified nurse practitioner at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

She specializes in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology and provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. Her clinical expertise includes skin cancer screenings and excisions, biopsies, skin tag removals, melasma treatment, Botox, microneedling and other aesthetic procedures. Cathleen is dedicated to delivering high-quality, personalized care and values patient comfort and trust throughout the treatment process.

About Cathleen Exconde-Mercado, NP

Cathleen is a certified nurse practitioner at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

She specializes in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology and provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. Her clinical expertise includes skin cancer screenings and excisions, biopsies, skin tag removals, melasma treatment, Botox, microneedling and other aesthetic procedures. Cathleen is dedicated to delivering high-quality, personalized care and values patient comfort and trust throughout the treatment process.

She earned her nurse practitioner degree from Charles Drew University in Los Angeles and completed a one-year dermatology fellowship at Schweiger Dermatology Group. In addition to her training as a nurse practitioner, she is a licensed physician in the Philippines, where she earned her medical degree from the University of the East in Manila in 2014.

Cathleen is an active member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the California Association of Nurse Practitioners. Fluent in Tagalog, Cathleen is committed to serving a diverse patient population and creating a welcoming environment for all.

Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and adventuring with her husband and four children, organizing events and medical missions, and practicing self-care through pilates and spa days with friends.

Education & Training

  • Nurse practitioner program, Charles Drew University
  • Dermatology fellowship, Schweiger Dermatology Group
  • MD, University of the East, Manila, Philippines

Professional Memberships & Associations

  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners
  • California Association of Nurse Practitioners

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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.