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Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD

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Specializes in: Surgical Dermatology

University of Connecticut School of Medicine (1987)

Professional interests include: skin issues, onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox, Botox Cosmetic), skin cancer

3350 Berkmar Drive
Charlottesville, VA 22901

(434) 923-4651

Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD is a surgical dermatologist in Charlottesville, VA specializing in surgical dermatology. She graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1987 and has 37 years of experience. Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD is affiliated with Sentara Health and ALBEMARLE DERMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES, LLC.

Office Locations

Address:

3350 Berkmar Drive
Charlottesville, VA 22901

Some issues Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD can help you with:

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

diagnostic procedures	51
doctor visit	755
phototherapy (light therapy)	177
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	530
skin procedures	707

**Gender**
Male	143
Female	246

**Age**
From 65 to 74	207
From 75 to 84	136
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	3
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	18
Dementia	4
Cancer	11

diagnostic procedures	41
doctor visit	608
phototherapy (light therapy)	85
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	487
skin procedures	572

**Gender**
Male	132
Female	238

**Age**
From 65 to 74	203
From 75 to 84	125
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	18
Dementia	4
Cancer	10

diagnostic procedures	49
doctor visit	481
phototherapy (light therapy)	57
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	344
skin procedures	401

**Gender**
Male	218
Female	412

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	608
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	342
From 75 to 84	204
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	16
Dementia	3
Cancer	10

diagnostic procedures	25
doctor visit	496
phototherapy (light therapy)	97
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	333
skin procedures	430

**Gender**
Male	117
Female	193

**Age**
From 65 to 74	174
From 75 to 84	94
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	17
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

diagnostic procedures	32
doctor visit	520
phototherapy (light therapy)	76
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	364
skin procedures	440

**Gender**
Male	115
Female	208

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	312
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	180
From 75 to 84	98
85 and over	45
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	16
Dementia	3
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	19
doctor visit	495
phototherapy (light therapy)	64
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	364
skin procedures	428

**Gender**
Male	115
Female	212

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	308
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	179
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	13
Dementia	5
Cancer	13

doctor visit	523
phototherapy (light therapy)	74
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	340
skin procedures	414

**Gender**
Male	96
Female	220

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	301
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	171
From 75 to 84	95
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	13
Dementia	5
Cancer	12

doctor visit	487
phototherapy (light therapy)	61
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	350
skin procedures	411

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	202

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	284
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	153
From 75 to 84	102
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	14
Dementia	5
Cancer	10

doctor visit	1116
phototherapy (light therapy)	158
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	744
skin procedures	902

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD treated as a surgical dermatologist in Charlottesville, VA were skin procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), phototherapy (light therapy) and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	36
doctor visit	611
phototherapy (light therapy)	94
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	428
skin procedures	522

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD.

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	193

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	181
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	95
85 and over	4
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	160

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	38
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	13
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	5
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	3
Diabetes	12
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	8
Dementia	2

Education & Training

Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1987. She completed residency at University of Virginia Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Dermatology - Dermatology and has a state license in Virginia.

Medical School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine (1987)

Residency: University of Virginia Affiliated Hospitals (1991)

Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology - Dermatology

Licensed In: Virginia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Sentara Health

ALBEMARLE DERMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES, LLC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Bonnie Foster Straka, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Merz North America, Inc.	$1,884 Xeomin $148	Micro Night $23	$1,714
AbbVie Inc.	$270 BOTOX $123	Skyrizi $5	$141
Allergan, Inc.	$206 BOTOX $117	$89
Galderma Laboratories, L.P.	$140 $140
Allergan Inc.	$135 RESTASIS $21	ACZONE $12	$103
Other	$221 Lumenis Pulse 120H $88	OLUMIANT $22	PERLANE $15	ODOMZO $14	$81

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,740
Education	$74
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$43

Biography

Dr. Bonnie Straka is a surgical dermatology specialist in Charlottesville, VA. She studied medicine at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.