
Overview
Dr. Wilson Liao specializes in caring for patients with psoriasis and other skin disorders that may respond to phototherapy (exposure to ultraviolet light). Liao is interested in bringing cutting-edge research technologies into patient care in the clinic, a field called translational medicine. He is involved in a number of research studies on new therapies for psoriasis and skin cancer, and welcomes patient inquiries on study participation. Liao earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School. He completed both his residency and fellowship in dermatology at UCSF.
Dr. Liao is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Psoriasis, Plaque Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis, Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP), and Tissue Biopsy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 255 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1701 Divisadero St., Third And Fourth Floors, San Francisco, CA 94115
515 Spruce St., San Francisco, CA 94118
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Stanford University Medical Center
Dr. David Fiorentino, MD is a Dermatologist in Redwood City, CA and has over 24 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University in 1998. He is affiliated with Stanford Health Care. Dr. Fiorentino is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroderma, and Calcinosis.
Dermatology Clinic At Mount Zion
Haley Naik is a Dermatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Naik is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Bullous Pemphigoid, Pyoderma Gangrenosum, and Psoriasis. Dr. Naik is currently accepting new patients.
Dermatology Clinic At Mount Zion
Dr. Anna Haemel is a dermatologist who treats patients with all types of skin disease. Her expertise includes care for patients who have internal organ involvement and underlying systemic disease, such as rheumatologic conditions and inflammatory bowel disease. Haemel earned her medical degree at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. She completed a residency in internal medicine and dermatology at the University of Wisconsin. Haemel is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American College of Physicians, Medical Dermatology Society and Dermatology Foundation. Dr. Haemel is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Localized Scleroderma, Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Dermatomyositis.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wilson J. Liao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wilson J. Liao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Wilson J. Liao by calling their office at 415-353-7800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Wilson J. Liao a top-rated expert for Psoriasis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wilson J. Liao is classified as an Elite expert for Psoriasis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Wilson J. Liao specialize in?
While Dr. Wilson J. Liao is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Psoriasis, Plaque Psoriasis, and Atopic Dermatitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Wilson J. Liao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Wilson J. Liao has published 255 articles and abstracts on conditions like Psoriasis. You can view a list of Dr. Wilson J. Liao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Wilson J. Liao accept my insurance?
Dr. Wilson J. Liao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-7800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Atopic DermatitisDr. Liao isElite. Learn about Atopic Dermatitis.
- Plaque PsoriasisDr. Liao isElite. Learn about Plaque Psoriasis.
- PsoriasisDr. Liao isElite. Learn about Psoriasis.
- Distinguished
- Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP)Dr. Liao isDistinguished. Learn about Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP).
- Guttate PsoriasisDr. Liao isDistinguished. Learn about Guttate Psoriasis.
- Pustular PsoriasisDr. Liao isDistinguished. Learn about Pustular Psoriasis.
- Advanced
- Anonychia CongenitaDr. Liao isAdvanced. Learn about Anonychia Congenita.
- Granuloma AnnulareDr. Liao isAdvanced. Learn about Granuloma Annulare.
- Hidradenitis SuppurativaDr. Liao isAdvanced. Learn about Hidradenitis Suppurativa.
- Lichen Simplex ChronicusDr. Liao isAdvanced. Learn about Lichen Simplex Chronicus.
- Mycosis FungoidesDr. Liao isAdvanced. Learn about Mycosis Fungoides.
- ParapsoriasisDr. Liao isAdvanced. Learn about Parapsoriasis.
- Experienced
- Actinic KeratosisDr. Liao isExperienced. Learn about Actinic Keratosis.
- Alopecia AreataDr. Liao isExperienced. Learn about Alopecia Areata.
- Autosomal Recessive HypotrichosisDr. Liao isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.
- BullaeDr. Liao isExperienced. Learn about Bullae.
- Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU)Dr. Liao isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU).
- Contact DermatitisDr. Liao isExperienced. Learn about Contact Dermatitis.



