{"id":66,"date":"2015-11-25T09:59:13","date_gmt":"2015-11-25T09:59:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/directderm.com\/?page_id=66"},"modified":"2026-01-08T21:14:59","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T21:14:59","slug":"our-story","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.directderm.com\/es\/our-story\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Story"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; module_id=&#8221;pre-footer&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;background: linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0,0.2), rgba(0, 0, 0,0.2)), url(\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/9.jpg);||background-repeat: no-repeat;||background-size: cover;&#8221; transparent_background=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;0&#8243; module_class=&#8221; et_pb_row_fullwidth&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_tablet=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_phone=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|||&#8221; make_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_class=&#8221;content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; header_font_size=&#8221;40px&#8221; header_line_height=&#8221;1.3em&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;dark&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]OUR STORY<\/p>\n<h1 class=\"entry-title\">Faster Access<br \/>\nand Better Patient Care<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=&#8221;watch-link&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"et_pb_button button-transparent\" href=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/164744670?width=640&amp;height=360\" rel=\"wp-video-lightbox\">Watch Video<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; module_class=&#8221;purple-checkmarks&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; width_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; width_phone=&#8221;100%&#8221; width_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|false&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0.75rem|0px|0.75rem|false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>Expert Dermatology, Made Easy<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Trusted by patients nationwide since 2010, DirectDerm delivers care from board-certified dermatologists with over a decade of clinical experience.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Direct<strong>Derm<\/strong> was founded in 2010 with a clear purpose: to make high-quality dermatology care easier to access. At a time when long wait times and limited specialist availability were common, we saw an opportunity to use technology to remove barriers and connect patients with board-certified dermatologists\u2014quickly, conveniently, and affordably.<\/p>\n<p>As an early pioneer in teledermatology, Direct<strong>Derm<\/strong> helped redefine how patients receive skin care. From the beginning, our mission has been simple: eliminate unnecessary delays, expand access to expert dermatology, and deliver care that fits into real life\u2014especially for patients in underserved or hard-to-reach communities.<\/p>\n<h2>Offering Both Telehealth and In-Person Clinics<\/h2>\n<p>Direct<strong>Derm<\/strong> has continued to grow and evolve to meet patient needs. Today, we proudly serve patients nationwide through our secure online platform while also offering in-person dermatology care at six <a href=\"\/locations\/\">clinic locations<\/a> across Northern and Central California: Manteca, Sacramento, Fresno, Salinas, Los Banos, and Merced.<\/p>\n<p>This hybrid approach allows us to provide the right level of care for every patient\u2014whether that means an online consultation for a specific skin concern or an in-person visit for a full skin exam, procedure, or advanced treatment.<\/p>\n<h2>Comprehensive Skin Care Solutions<\/h2>\n<p>Our clinics offer comprehensive dermatology services for patients of all ages, including medical, cosmetic, and preventive care. We specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, skin infections, and skin cancer, and we also provide advanced laser treatments and other in-office procedures.<\/p>\n<p>Every Direct<strong>Derm<\/strong> provider is committed to evidence-based care, clear communication, and personalized treatment plans\u2014because no two patients (or skin concerns) are exactly alike.<\/p>\n<h2>Our Commitment<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re visiting us online or in person, our commitment remains the same:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Expert care<\/strong> from board-certified dermatologists<\/li>\n<li><strong>Convenient access<\/strong> with fewer delays and simpler scheduling<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trusted guidance<\/strong> focused on your skin health and long-term, lasting solutions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At Direct<strong>Derm<\/strong>, we believe expert dermatology should be simple, effective, and accessible. 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