Dominika Kwiatkowska
Specialist dermatologist-venereologist, aesthetic medicine physician and laser therapist.
Education
Graduate of the Faculty of Medicine at Wroclaw Medical University and the postgraduate programme in Cosmetology and Aesthetic Medicine for Physicians at KWSPZ. She completed her specialisation training at the Dermatology Clinic of the Fryderyk Chopin University Clinical Hospital in Rzeszow. For many years she worked as an adjunct professor in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Rzeszow, teaching students of the medical programme. She also gained clinical experience at international institutions, including in Switzerland during a fellowship funded by the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV), where she focused on investigating the influence of gut microbiota on skin diseases.
Research
In 2022, she was awarded a doctorate in medical sciences and health sciences with distinction for her research on new directions in the diagnosis and therapy of melanoma. She is the author of numerous publications in national and international scientific journals in dermatology and oncology, including chapters in specialist textbooks with a combined IF>70. She is co-author and laureate of a scientific grant from the Subcarpathian Innovation Centre on the clinical efficacy of photodynamic therapy for precancerous skin conditions. Her scientific work has been recognised with numerous awards, including the prestigious Amber Needle Award (IADE 2024), the Nicolas Simon Eastern European Experimental Dermatology Collegiality Diploma, awards from the Polish Dermatological Society, and the Michael Hornstein Memorial Scholarship granted by the EADV.
Specializations
Scientific Publications
- Bullous Rheumatoid Neutrophilic Dermatosis — A Systematic Review of 28 Cases PubMed
- Dermoscopy of Subungual Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Systematic Review PubMed
- Benefits of a Compensating Dermocosmetic Routine as an Adjunct to Treatments in Patients With Mild to Very Severe Acne PubMed
- An Update on Non-Invasive Skin Imaging Techniques in Actinic Keratosis — A Narrative Review PubMed
- Reflectance Confocal Microscopy and Dermoscopy of Facial Pigmented and Non-Pigmented Actinic Keratosis Features before and after Photodynamic Therapy Treatment PubMed
- Photodynamic Therapy in Pigmented Basal Cell Carcinoma — A Review PubMed
- Pathomechanism of Pruritus in Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis: Novel Approaches, Similarities and Differences PubMed
- Seeking New Topical Therapies in Psoriasis PubMed
- Characteristics of Pruritus in Various Clinical Variants of Psoriasis: Final Report of the Binational, Multicentre, Cross-Sectional Study PubMed
- YY1 Is a Key Player in Melanoma Immunotherapy/Targeted Treatment Resistance PubMed
- The Significance of Autoantibodies in Juvenile Dermatomyositis PubMed
- Role of Mast Cells in the Pathogenesis of Pruritus in Mastocytosis PubMed
- Convolutional Neural Networks for the Detection of Malignant Melanoma in Dermoscopy Images PubMed
- Characteristics of Pruritus in Various Clinical Variants of Psoriasis: Results of the Multinational, Multicenter, Cross-Sectional Study PubMed
- Multifocal Pyoderma Gangrenosum with an Underlying Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis: Case Report and the Review of the Literature PubMed
- Landscape of Current and Future Therapies of Merkel Cell Carcinoma PubMed
- Delusions of Parasitosis: An Update PubMed
- Beyond PD-1 Immunotherapy in Malignant Melanoma PubMed
Professional Memberships
She is an active member of the Polish Dermatological Society (PTD), the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV), and the International Dermoscopy Society (IDS). She regularly advances her qualifications by participating in national and international congresses and training courses in dermatology and venereology.
Certificates & Diplomas
Frequently asked questions
What does Dr. Kwiatkowska specialize in as a dermatologist in Rzeszow?
Dr. Kwiatkowska specializes in skin diagnostics and treatment, including acne, aesthetic medicine, and laser therapy. At De Cute, she performs Fotona TimeWalker laser treatments, photodynamic therapy (PDT), botulinum toxin injections, and dermoscopic mole screening.
What laser treatments does Dr. Kwiatkowska perform at De Cute?
Dr. Kwiatkowska performs Fotona TimeWalker laser treatments, including skin rejuvenation (Fotona 4D), acne scar treatment, pigmentation reduction, vascular lesion removal, and fractional laser. She also provides photodynamic therapy (PDT) for precancerous skin conditions.
Does Dr. Kwiatkowska perform Botox and mesotherapy in Rzeszow?
Yes, Dr. Kwiatkowska performs botulinum toxin (Botox) treatments for aesthetic and medical purposes (e.g., hyperhidrosis) and needle mesotherapy. Each procedure is preceded by a dermatological consultation and individual treatment plan.
What does a dermatological consultation with Dr. Kwiatkowska involve?
The consultation includes a detailed medical interview, clinical skin examination, diagnosis, and a treatment plan discussion. Additional tests or services may be ordered if needed — dermoscopy, videodermoscopy, biopsy, or laboratory tests.
What clinical skills does Dr. Kwiatkowska have?
Dr. Kwiatkowska has a broad range of clinical competencies: melanoma and skin cancer diagnostics, dermoscopy and videodermoscopy, photodynamic therapy (PDT), Fotona TimeWalker laser treatments (rejuvenation, acne scars, vascular lesions), botulinum toxin injections, and needle mesotherapy.