Spates, Stephen

Stephen Spates, MD

Spates, Stephen

After graduating summa cum laude from the College of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota, Dr. Stephen Spates earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine.

He then completed his internship in internal medicine at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center and his dermatology residency at The University of Colorado. Dr. Spates was then awarded a fellowship in Dermatologic (Mohs) Surgery at the University of Colorado.

About Stephen Spates, MD

After graduating summa cum laude from the College of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota, Dr. Stephen Spates earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine.

He then completed his internship in internal medicine at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center and his dermatology residency at The University of Colorado. Dr. Spates was then awarded a fellowship in Dermatologic (Mohs) Surgery at the University of Colorado.

Dr. Spates’ research focuses on metastatic skin cancer and diagnostic techniques. He has published widely and presented his findings at numerous medical conferences. In addition, he has written textbook chapters on melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancer for primary care physicians.

Dr. Spates, considered one of the country’s most talented cutaneous surgeons, is on the faculty for the annual cutaneous surgery and anatomy course at the University of California, San Diego. At The Derm Group, his work includes both skin cancer treatment and cosmetic surgery.

Education & Training

  • Graduated summa cum laude from the College of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota
  • Medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine
  • Internship in internal medicine at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center
  • Dermatology residency at The University of Colorado
  • Fellowship in Dermatologic (Mohs) Surgery at the University of Colorado

Experience

  • Board-certified by American Board of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery, American Board of Dermatology Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery Subspecialty (MDS Certification)
  • Considered one of the country’s most talented cutaneous surgeons
  • On the faculty for the annual cutaneous surgery and anatomy course at the University of California, San Diego
  • Research focus on metastatic skin cancer and diagnostic techniques
  • Published widely and presented his findings at numerous medical conferences
  • Written textbook chapters on melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancer for primary care physicians

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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.