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Justin M Ko, MD, MBA
Dermatologist, Melanoma specialist, Psoriasis specialist, Cutaneous oncology specialist
Clinical Assistant Professor, Dermatology
- 450 Broadway Street
- Pavilion B, 4th Floor
- Redwood City, CA 94063
- Phone: 650-723-6316
- 450 Broadway Street
- Pavilion B, 4th Floor
- Redwood City, CA 94063
- Phone: 650-723-6316
- 211 Quarry Road
- 3rd Floor
- Palo Alto, CA 94304
- Phone: 650-723-6316
- 100A San Pablo Towne Center
- San Pablo, CA 94806
- Phone: 650-723-6316
- 450 Broadway Street
- Pavilion B, 4th Floor
- Redwood City, CA 94063
- Phone: 650-723-6316
- 900 Blake Wilbur Drive
- 3rd Floor
- Palo Alto, CA 94304
- Phone: 650-498-6000
- 450 Broadway Street
- Pavilion B, 4th Floor
- Redwood City, CA 94063
- Phone: 650-723-6316
Practice Areas
Professional Education
- Board Certification: Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology (2012)
- Chief Resident, Harvard Combined Dermatology Residency Training Program (2012)
- Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital (2012) MA
- MD, MBA, Tufts University School of Medicine, Alpha Omega Alpha (2008)
- BA, Harvard University, Magna Cum Laude (2002)
Administrative Appointments
- Director and Clinic Chief, Medical Dermatology, Stanford Hospital and Clinics (2012 - Present)
- Physician Lead and Co-Chair, Clinic Performance Team 4, Stanford Hospital and Clinics (2015 - Present)
- Director of Outreach and Teledermatology, Stanford Department of Dermatology (2012 - Present)
- Member, Clinic Advisory Council, Stanford Hospital and Clinics (2015 - Present)
Publications
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A new era: melanoma genetics and therapeutics
Ko, J. M., & Fisher, D. E. (2011). A new era: melanoma genetics and therapeutics. JOURNAL OF PATHOLOGY, 223(2), 241-250. -
Pathways to Melanoma
Ko, J. M., Velez, N. F., & Tsao, H. (2010). Pathways to Melanoma. SEMINARS IN CUTANEOUS MEDICINE AND SURGERY, 29(4), 210-217. -
Skin and bone: the pathogenetic relationship between psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis
Ko, J. M., & QURESHI, A. W. (2010). Skin and bone: the pathogenetic relationship between psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. GIORNALE ITALIANO DI DERMATOLOGIA E VENEREOLOGIA, 145(3), 393-406. -
Paying for Enhanced Service Comparing Patients' Experiences in a Concierge and General Medicine Practice
Ko, J. M., Rodriguez, H. P., Fairchild, D. G., Rodday, A. M. C., & Safran, D. G. (2009). Paying for Enhanced Service Comparing Patients' Experiences in a Concierge and General Medicine Practice. PATIENT-PATIENT CENTERED OUTCOMES RESEARCH, 2(2), 95-103.
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Induction and exacerbation of psoriasis with TNF-blockade therapy: A review and analysis of 127 cases
Ko, J. M., Gottlieb, A. B., & Kerbleski, J. F. (2009). Induction and exacerbation of psoriasis with TNF-blockade therapy: A review and analysis of 127 cases. JOURNAL OF DERMATOLOGICAL TREATMENT, 20(2), 100-108.
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Calsyntenins Function as Synaptogenic Adhesion Molecules in Concert with Neurexins
Um, J. W., Pramanik, G., Ko, J. S., Song, M.-Y., Lee, D., & Ko, J. (2014). Calsyntenins Function as Synaptogenic Adhesion Molecules in Concert with Neurexins. CELL REPORTS, 6(6), 1096-1109.
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Randomized Controlled Trial of Cryotherapy With Liquid Nitrogen vs Topical Salicylic Acid vs Wait-and-See for Cutaneous Warts
Ko, J., & Bigby, M. (2012). Randomized Controlled Trial of Cryotherapy With Liquid Nitrogen vs Topical Salicylic Acid vs Wait-and-See for Cutaneous Warts. ARCHIVES OF DERMATOLOGY, 148(7), 840-842.
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A Randomized, Prospective Trial Evaluating Surgeon Preference in Selection of Absorbable Suture Material
Lu, L. K., Ko, J. M., Lee, J., Krum, D. M., Price, L. L., & Rogers, G. S. (2012). A Randomized, Prospective Trial Evaluating Surgeon Preference in Selection of Absorbable Suture Material. JOURNAL OF DRUGS IN DERMATOLOGY, 11(2), 196-201.
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Prospective assessment of computer-aided detection in interpretation of screening mammography
Ko, J. M., Nicholas, M. J., Mendel, J. B., & Slanetz, P. J. (2006). Prospective assessment of computer-aided detection in interpretation of screening mammography. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF ROENTGENOLOGY, 187(6), 1483-1491.
Patient Comments
Patients comments are gathered from our Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
SHC Patient, Dec 2015
Justin took great care of me.
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
It is an excellent doctor, knows very well how to express the answers to my questions and doubts that I have. Always treats me with kindness, respect and courtesy.
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
Dr. Ko is particularly friendly and upbeat
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
Dr. Ko is really nice, friendly and corteuous. He's a wonderful Doctor
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
No problems answering question about treatment, and an excellent listener.
SHC Patient, Oct 2015
Dr. Gabonza (intern) was very complete in my evaluation of my cysts on my back. Also very concerned and informative regarding my condition.
SHC Patient, Oct 2015
The doctor was not my regular dermatoligist but fit me in while she was out of country. He was very pleasant and helpful and froze off the mole in questions
SHC Patient, Oct 2015
I would gladly recommend Dr. Ko to anyone needing his professional skills.
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
Dr. Ko is a model of excellent doctor-patient communication. His manner and apparent competence are very comforting and reassuring.
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
Dr Ko is very professional and knowledgeable and I have had an outstanding experience with him and the Stanford dermatology clinic.
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
I really enjoyed see both Dr. Ko and the resident (I think Dr. Gee?). Both were very helpful and listened to my medical history and helped me come up with a plan for my recent diagnosis.
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
Excellent
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
dr KO is the best doctor I've had
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
Very thoughtful and reassuring manner
SHC Patient, Jul 2015
I think the world of Dr. Ko he is wonderful! He is a great provider.
SHC Patient, Jul 2015
Dr Justin Meng Ko is a wonderful physician. He is a kind, compassionate physician with great knowledge and interpersonal skills. I respect his abilities and appreciate the generous time he gave. He was prompt, efficient, patient and highly skilled as well as credentialed at Harvard, Columbia and Tufts. I am grateful to have him as my physician
SHC Patient, Jul 2015
Very good experience thanks so very much to Dr. Justin Ko and assistant.
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
Dr. Ko is excelllent. I feel extremely lucky to have him as my physician.
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
Dr. Ko is an excellent doctor, he is kind and responsive.
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
Though I've been a patient at the clinic for a number of years, this was my first appointment with Dr. Ko. Though there seems to be a lot of turnover in staff, I've always had good experiences with the doctors, and this last visit was no exception.
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
Not clear what to do after two weeks of medication.
SHC Patient, May 2015
I predict _____ that Dr. Ko, will be a good role model for all Dr. to emulate. He has excellent Dr. side manners and seem to be interested in what you say.
SHC Patient, Apr 2015
There was a general feeling of chaotic hurry-up energy about the session. .
SHC Patient, Apr 2015
Dr Ko is incredible!!! I'm so glad he went into medicine
SHC Patient, Apr 2015
Answers to questions not fully informative. "Nothing can do" response.
SHC Patient, Apr 2015
good
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
always receive great service and attention
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
Dr. Ko is wonderful. He is is thorough, very kind, and very willing to coordinate care with other specialists. I trust him completely!
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
I really appreciated the time he took to answer my questions and to ask me about other health challenges I am facing.
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
Amazing experience.
SHC Patient, Mar 2015
Dr Ko has one of the best bedside manner of any physician I've seen. He was respectful, understanding, informative, explanations were clear, he answered all questions and I never felt rushed. More physicians should treat patients as he does.
SHC Patient, Feb 2015
Dr. Ko is the best doctor I've ever met with. When he entered the room he said, "I feel like I already know you." He answered all my questions and made me feel relieved.
SHC Patient, Jun 2014
Didn't seem interested in minor concerns such as documenting existing moles. His inspection of the body for moles was not thorough.
SHC Patient, Apr 2014
Dr. Ko was professional, confident, friendly and very helpful.
SHC Patient, Mar 2014
Dr. Ko is an excellent listener & eager for patient feedback.
SHC Patient, Feb 2014
I like Dr. Ko - he's a "straight shooter!' & resident student.
SHC Patient, Feb 2014
Dr. Ko and his team (Dr. Johnson) were awesome, I felt very comfortable, in good hands -
SHC Patient, Dec 2015
Justin took great care of me.
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
It is an excellent doctor, knows very well how to express the answers to my questions and doubts that I have. Always treats me with kindness, respect and courtesy.
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
Dr. Ko is particularly friendly and upbeat
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
Dr. Ko is really nice, friendly and corteuous. He's a wonderful Doctor
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
No problems answering question about treatment, and an excellent listener.
SHC Patient, Oct 2015
Dr. Gabonza (intern) was very complete in my evaluation of my cysts on my back. Also very concerned and informative regarding my condition.
SHC Patient, Oct 2015
The doctor was not my regular dermatoligist but fit me in while she was out of country. He was very pleasant and helpful and froze off the mole in questions
SHC Patient, Oct 2015
I would gladly recommend Dr. Ko to anyone needing his professional skills.
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
Dr. Ko is a model of excellent doctor-patient communication. His manner and apparent competence are very comforting and reassuring.
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
Dr Ko is very professional and knowledgeable and I have had an outstanding experience with him and the Stanford dermatology clinic.
SHC Patient, Sep 2015
I really enjoyed see both Dr. Ko and the resident (I think Dr. Gee?). Both were very helpful and listened to my medical history and helped me come up with a plan for my recent diagnosis.
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
Excellent
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