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Local Dermatologists
Dr. Shari F. Topper, MD
- 9970 Central Parks Avenue
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33428
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Average recommendation rating*: 5 out of 5
Dr. Brent M. Schillinger, MD
- 7280 West Palmetto Parks Road
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33433
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Average recommendation rating*: 4.5 out of 5
Dr. Tamara L. Gmitter, MD
- 7301a West Palmetto Parks Road
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33433
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Average recommendation rating*: 4.5 out of 5
Dr. Robert A. Sarro, MD
- 951 Northwest 13th Street
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33486
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Average recommendation rating*: 2.5 out of 5
Dr. Jodi A. Fiedler, MD
- 1480 North University Drive
- Coral Springs,
- Florida
- 33071
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Average recommendation rating*: 3.5 out of 5
Dr. Marta I. Rendon, MD
- 880 North West 13st
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33486
Specialties
- Dermatology
- Internal Medicine
Gender
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Average recommendation rating*: 5 out of 5
Dr. Stella D. Calobrisi, MD
- 880 Northwest 13th Street
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33486
Specialties
- Dermatology
- Pediatric Dermatology
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Average recommendation rating*: 5 out of 5
Dr. Laura E. Skellchock, MD
- 6100 Glades Road Suite 304
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33434
Specialties
- Dermatology
Gender
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Average recommendation rating*: 5 out of 5
Dr. Ellis J. Gottesfeld, MD
- 10075 Jog Rd suite 300
- Boynton Beach,
- Florida
- 33437
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Average recommendation rating*: 5 out of 5
Dr. Scott M. Podnos, MD
- 2300 North Commerce Parkway
- Weston,
- Florida
- 33326
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Average recommendation rating*: 1 out of 5
Dr. Janet Allenby, DO
- 6290 Linton Boulevard
- Delray Beach,
- Florida
- 33484
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Average recommendation rating*: 3.5 out of 5
Dr. Derek G. Kenneaster, MD
- 445 South Federal Highway
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33432
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Dr. James J. Devoursney, MD
- 10301 Hagen Ranch Road
- Boynton Beach,
- Florida
- 33437
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Dr. Eric E. Moum, MD
- 2620 South Seacrest Boulevard
- Boynton Beach,
- Florida
- 33435
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Dr. Patricia I. Ceballos, MD
- 7400 North Kendall Drive
- Miami,
- Florida
- 33156
Specialties
- Dermatology
- Dermatopathology
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Average recommendation rating*: 2 out of 5
Dr. Attica Chang, MD
- 101 Southeast Mizner Boulevard
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33432
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Average recommendation rating*: 1 out of 5
Dr. Steven M. Glanz, MD
- 1905 Clint Moore Road
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33496
Specialties
- Dermatology
- Dermatopathology
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Dr. Timothy A. Nielsen, MD
- 2620 South Seacrest Boulevard
- Boynton Beach,
- Florida
- 33435
Specialties
- Dermatology
- Dermatopathology
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Dr. Robert Johr, MD
- 1475 North West 12th Avenue
- Miami,
- Florida
- 33136
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Dr. David J. Hecker, MD
- 1905 Clint Moore Road
- Boca Raton,
- Florida
- 33496
Specialties
- Dermatology
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Boca Raton Information
Boca Raton, Florida is home to 57 practicing dermatologists who have offices in 2 counties and 8 zip codes, including zip codes 33496, 33486, 33433, 33432, 33428, 33431, 33434, and 33487.
According to 2005 Census estimates, Boca Raton has a population of 86,632, which gives it a specialist to resident ratio of 1 dermatologist for every 1,519 residents.
Florida Information
Florida’s warm and humid subtropical climate makes it a winter destination for many. Population in 2000 was 15,982,378, according to census statistics. Tallahassee, located in the north panhandle area, is the state capital. Tourism is a major industry in Florida, with Cape Canaveral, Disney World, the Everglades National Park, Universal Studios, the Atlantic coast and the Gulf coast all destinations for visitors and residents. Year-round outdoor activities include camping, golf, scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing and boating.
According to 2005 Census estimates, Florida has a population of 17,789,864. Of this population, 3,975,071 are under the age of 18 and 2,978,335 are at or above the age of 65.
Dermatology Information
Description
Dermatology is the study of disorders of the skin. A dermatologist is a physician who diagnoses and treats diseases of the skin. This specialist also diagnoses and treats problems of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, and some sexually transmitted diseases. A dermatologist is knowledgeable regarding skin cancers, moles, tumors of the skin, allergic reactions to chemicals or other substances, and changes of the skin associated with aging.
Dermatologists also treat cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars, internal disorders and diseases that affect the skin, and are qualified to perform standard surgical techniques used in the field of dermatology.
Diseases / Illnesses Treated
Physicians in this specialty treat patients suffering from numerous diseases and illnesses, but some of the most common are melanoma, moles / warts, tattoo removal, acne scarring, skin cancer, skin rash, psoriasis, lice, scabies, rosacea, boil, cysts, lesions, eczema, dandruff, canker sore, baldness, basal cell carcinoma, genital wart, and mycosis.
Procedures Performed
Once properly diagnosed, practitioners can perform numerous procedures on patients including facial peels, burn care, liposuction, laser surgery, botulinum toxin (botox) injections, photodynamic therapy (pdt), blepharoplasty, sclerotherapy, cryosurgery, uvb phototherapy, skin cancer surgery, mohs' micrographic surgery, electrosurgery, and minimally-invasive facelift surgery (s-lift).
Tests Performed
To diagnose patients with possible illnesses and diseases, specialists will often perform one of many tests including culture, x-ray, biopsy, patch test, physical examination, wood's light, and dermatoscopic exam.
