Meet Dr. Cheryl M. Burgess
Dr. Cheryl M. Burgess is a Board-certified dermatologist who has gained national and international acclaim for her expertise and contributions to dermatology. She founded the Center for Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery in Washington, DC, where she currently serves as President.
Renowned for her authority on non-invasive cosmetic procedures and advanced dermatological technology, Dr. Burgess has developed and patented (United States Patent Numbers 7,637,900 and 8,038,665) a unique technique of aesthetic enhancement using dermal fillers and neuromodulators. She is a highly sought-after speaker and an invited lecturer for numerous prestigious medical organizations, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Aesthetic Physicians, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Academy of Dermatology. She was inducted into the prestigious American Dermatological Association.
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When patients call to our practice, first of all, they are greeted with a very kind, loving voice. Alej andra is our receptionist and people just tend to love her. One thing though that we do express is customer service. She’s worked in the customer service industry for many years and therefore, practice makes perfect. She welcomes everyone with open arms.
We don’t like to have patience wait. So when an appointment is scheduled, we confirm the appointment and if you can’t make it at the time that you were scheduled, then we go ahead and replace your appointment and give someone else your appointment. So that keeps the flow going. So if you have an emergency, we usually can stick you in the schedule with one appointment in the morning and one appointment in the afternoon that we keep open for emergencies.
We don’t try to keep our patients waiting. They have full access to the practice definitely within the week or a couple of days. And like I was saying, on an emergency basis, we have two appointments open every day.
The back-office medical assistants are very versed and skilled. We have lasers, we have an esthetician and we also have the medical side of dermatology that we see in. So everyone feels pretty welcome in that. This is not just a cosmetic office, but we see medical conditions and we do surgery. We do a whole host of dermatologic procedures and address any issues that are concerning the skin, hair and nails.
Dr. Burgess appears as a medical correspondent for dermatology updates on NBC-WRC Mid-Day News and been recognized as one of the top dermatologists by her peers in Washingtonian Magazine.
Dr. Burgess has also served as a principal investigator in dermatology clinical trials for over 20 years. She has significantly contributed to scientific research on various dermatological medicines and cosmetic products, with a specialized focus on products for skin of color. Her research has played a crucial role in developing and validating safe and effective treatments for diverse populations.
A key opinion leader and advisor, Dr. Burgess consults and conducts clinical investigations for leading companies such as Revance, Kythera, Allergan Inc., Johnson & Johnson, Merz Aesthetics, and BioCosmetic Research Labs. The media often seek her expertise, and she has been featured on MSNBC, NBC News, FOX News, and ABC News. Dr. Burgess also appears in a weekly special segment on the NBC-WRC midday news in Washington, DC. She was a clinical investigator in the research trials for the company Kythera, which developed the FDA-cleared product Kybella, an injectable treatment used for adults dealing with excess fat in the submental area.
As co-founder of Black Opal, a cosmetic and skincare line designed with ethnic skin in mind, Dr. Burgess is proud that their products have received critical acclaim, including recognition from Paula’s Choice. Black Opal’s Even True Tri-Complex Tonecorrect Fade Gel and Even True Tonecorrect Fade Crème were named among the “best skin-lightening products,” with Black Opal being the only ethnic brand listed.
Clinical Research Investigator
Kythera-Kybella® for treatment of submental fat
Revance-Sakura® botulinum toxin-A
Merz-Belotero Balance® filler
Allergan-Voluma® filler
Aclaris-JAK Inhibitor for treatment of alopecia areata
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Hands down the best place in The DMV to get your Dermatological needs taken care of. Dr. Burgess is the best!
Best Doctor In 2022
Dr. Cheryl Burgess has been featured as the best doctor in the 2022 issue of Washingtonian magazine.
Published Work
As a researcher and author, Dr. Burgess has written extensively for peer-reviewed journals, including the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, Cutis, Dermatologic Surgery, Cosmetic Dermatology, and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. She is also the author and senior editor of Cosmetic Dermatology (published by Springer-Verlag) and has contributed to numerous textbooks, including Sauer’s Manual of Skin Diseases. Her authored chapters include “Poly-L-lactic Acid” in Facial Rejuvenation with Fillers, “Cosmetic Products” in Dermatology for Skin of Color, and “Special Considerations in African-American Skin” in Cosmetic Dermatology in Skin of Color.
Education and Experience
Dr. Burgess began her educational journey at the prestigious Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, DC. After earning her Doctor of Medicine degree, she completed an internal medicine internship followed by a dermatology residency at Howard University Hospital. She holds the esteemed position of Assistant Clinical Professor at Georgetown University’s Department of Dermatology, Medical Center, and George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC.