Dr. Paola Aldana is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in the prevention, detection, and treatment of skin cancer and rashes, as well as chronic skin conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, and autoimmune skin disease. She also has a strong interest in cosmetic dermatology and regularly performs procedures, including injectable neurotoxins and dermal fillers, to help patients achieve natural, confident results.
Dr. Aldana enjoys caring for patients of all ages and has extensive pediatric dermatology experience from her training at Children’s Hospital Colorado during residency. She is also fluent in Spanish, allowing her to provide comprehensive and culturally sensitive care to Spanish-speaking patients.
Her formal education and training include:
- Georgetown University School of Nursing and Health Studies – BS in Human Science (magna cum laude)
- University of Maryland School of Medicine – Doctor of Medicine, magna cum laude, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
- Mercy Medical Center – Preliminary Year in Internal Medicine
- University of Colorado School of Medicine – Dermatology Residency
Prior to medical school, Dr. Aldana completed post-baccalaureate research training at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, MD, reinforcing her ability to provide evidence-based care for her patients. She is the recipient of numerous awards and has authored multiple publications in peer-reviewed dermatologic journals.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Aldana enjoys attending concerts, international travel, snowboarding, Pilates, and discovering Denver’s food and coffee shop scene.