--- title: "Dr. Amy Adams | Dermatologist in Palo Alto, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Amy Adams, M.D., Ph.D. practices Dermatology in Palo Alto, CA" url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-amy-adams-1046232713" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Amy Adams, M.D., Ph.D. ![Amy Adams, M.D., Ph.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/Q_L8xNXR9Lw6w0mpV95u6qQIHh5yo1pIziQfJG3Y_NM/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(943 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Amy Adams, M.D., Ph.D. ## Dermatology - Not accepting new patients [795 El Camino RealClark Building, Level 2Palo Alto, CA 94301](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=795+El+Camino+Real+Palo+Alto%2C+CA+94301+US) ## Have you seen this provider before? Schedule in My Health Online. [Sign in to schedule](https://myhealthonline.sutterhealth.org/MHO/Scheduling?workflow=ExistingProvider) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-amy-adams-1046232713#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-amy-adams-1046232713#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-amy-adams-1046232713#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-amy-adams-1046232713#provider-services) ## About Dr. Adams Languages English and German Gender Female Ages treated All ages Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging Offers [video visits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-care/video-visits) for existing patients ### Approach to care Growing up in Southwest Michigan, Dr. Adams developed an early appreciation for community service and helping others. While studying chemistry at Harvard University, she dedicated much of her free time to community-service projects, experiences that helped inspire her medical career and commitment to patient care. ### Professional highlights Dr. Adams is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of the Women's Dermatologic Society. Her academic interests include pediatric dermatology, melanoma, and other skin cancers. ### Outside of medicine A native of Southwest Michigan, Dr. Adams enjoys spending time outdoors and appreciates the traditions of small-town community life. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, photography, music and singing, travel, and spending time with friends and family. ## Education and training **Medical school:** Harvard Medical School **Internship:** Children's Hospital, Boston Medical Center **Residency:** Harvard Combined Dermatology Residency **Fellowship:** Post-doctoral Research Fellow, Program in Epithelial Biology-Stanford University, Melanoma Genetics, mentor Paul A. Khavari ## Board certifications - Dermatology ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Palo Alto Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/palo-alto-center-1043246889) 795 El Camino Real Clark Building, Level 2 Palo Alto, CA 94301 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=795+El+Camino+Real+Palo+Alto%2C+CA+94301+US) [650-853-2982](tel:+16508532982) Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday Closed Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday Closed Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday Closed Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday Closed Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - 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