Katie Rodan, MD is an American dermatologist, entrepreneur, and author. She is co-creator of the acne management system Proactiv, co-founder of anti-aging skincare company Rodan + Fields, and operates a private cosmetic dermatology practice in Oakland, California. In 2015, she was listed by Forbes as one of the 50 most successful self-made women in the United States.
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Early life
Born to Bernardine Pregerson, a microbiology professor, and her husband Harry Pregerson, a federal appeals court judge, Dr. Rodan was raised in Los Angeles. She earned her undergraduate degree in history from the University of Virginia and her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Southern California School of Medicine. She completed her internship at Los Angeles County Hospital and in 1987 completed her residency in dermatology at Stanford University School of Medicine, where she was also appointed chief resident.
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Career
Dr. Rodan is an adjunct clinical assistant professor of dermatology at Stanford University and has a private practice in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. In 2008, she was named a top doctor in the East Bay by Oakland Magazine. Dr. Rodan is often featured in print and broadcast media as an expert in dermatology, particularly cosmetic dermatology. She has been interviewed and quoted in media, including Fox Business News, Shape Magazine, O Magazine, Women's Health, Redbook, Allure, and Cosmopolitan.
In 1984, Dr. Rodan and Dr. Fields met during their dermatology residency at Stanford University School of Medicine. In 1995, they developed Proactiv Solution as a skincare treatment for acne.
In 2002, they launched Rodan + Fields. In 2003, Rodan + Fields was purchased by Estée Lauder. In 2006, the company moved to direct sales and multi-level marketing. In 2007, Rodan and Fields bought back the brand from Estée Lauder.
Works
Dr. Rodan has co-authored books with Fields:
- M.D. Rodan, Katie; M.D. Fields, Kathy (2009). Write Your Skin a Prescription for Change. Pair O' Docs MD Publishing. ISBN 0982460805.
- M.D. Rodan, Katie; M.D. Fields, Kathy (2008). Unblemished: Stop Breakouts! Fight Acne! Transform Your Life! Reclaim Your Self-Esteem with the Proven 3-Step Program Using Over-the-Counter Medications. Simon & Schuster. ISBN 1416595791.
- M.D. Rodan, Katie; M.D. Fields, Kathy (2006). The Doctors' Secrets to a Lifetime of Clear Skin. Guthy Renker. ISBN 0615335241.
- M.D. Rodan, Katie; M.D. Fields, Kathy (2006). Lighten Up, Brighten Up. Atria Books. ISBN 0743498631.
Personal life
Dr. Rodan is married to Amnon Rodan, with two children, and lives in San Francisco, California.
Further reading
- Dychtwald, Maddy; Larson, Christine (2010). Influence: How Women's Soaring Economic Power Will Transform Our World for the Better. Hyperion. ISBN 1401341020.
- Barringer, Bruce R.; Ireland, R. Duane (2015). Entrepreneurship: Successfully Launching New Ventures. Pearson Education. ISBN 0133797384.
References
External links
- Official website
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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