Dr. Joel Schlessinger, MD

Dermatology ·  Male · Age 59

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Dr. Joel Schlessinger, MD is a dermatologist in Omaha, NE and has been practicing for 31 years. He specializes in dermatology and cosmetic dermatology.

Locations

Skin Specialists & LovelySkin Spa

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    • Mon: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 11:30am
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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(402) 204-8728

Dr. Schlessinger accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Choice Plus POS II
Assurant Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Choice
Cigna
Cigna PPO
Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
Open Access
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Coventry Health Care
Group Plan PPO
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First Health (Coventry Health Care)
First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
Humana
Choice Care PPO
MultiPlan
MultiPlan PPO
PHCS Network PPO
Principal Financial Group
Principal Life
Thrivent Financial
UnitedHealthCare
Choice Plus POS
Navigate HMO
Options PPO
PacifiCare
United Healthcare
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Alliance Select

Background Check

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No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Schlessinger's Top Procedures and Conditions

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Fungal Nail Infection
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Dr. Schlessinger treats Fungal Nail Infection more than 99% of his peers

Dr. Schlessinger treats this condition more than 99% of his peers

Ringworm
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Dr. Schlessinger treats Ringworm more than 99% of his peers

Dr. Schlessinger treats this condition more than 99% of his peers

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Skin Infections
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Schlessinger treats Skin Infections more than 96% of his peers

Dr. Schlessinger treats this condition more than 96% of his peers

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Dr. Schlessinger's conditions and procedures:

  • Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
  • Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
  • Acne
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Age Spots
  • Allergic Reaction
  • Athlete's Foot
  • Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
  • Autoimmune Diseases
  • Basal Cell Carcinoma
  • Benign Tumor
  • Birthmark
  • Cancer
  • Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
  • Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
  • Cold Sore
  • Dandruff
  • Dermatitis
  • Dermatitis Due to Drugs
  • Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
  • Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
  • Dry Skin
  • Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Cosmetics
  • Excision
  • Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
  • Excision of Cyst
  • Excision of Skin Cancer
  • Excision of Skin Lesion
  • Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
  • Facial Peel
  • Folliculitis
  • Foot Conditions
  • Fungal Infections
  • Fungal Nail Infection
  • Hair Loss
  • Hair Removal
  • Herpes Simplex Infection
  • Hives
  • Impetigo
  • Intertrigo
  • Itchy Skin
  • Jock Itch
  • Lipomas
  • Melanoma
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Mohs Surgery
  • Mole Evaluation
  • Mole Removal
  • Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
  • Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
  • Psoriasis
  • Ringworm
  • Rosacea
  • Scabies
  • Seborrheic Dermatitis
  • Seborrheic Keratosis
  • Shaving of Skin Lesion
  • Shingles
  • Skin Aging
  • Skin Allergy
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer
  • Skin Discoloration
  • Skin Diseases
  • Skin Infections
  • Skin Screenings
  • Skin Tag Removal
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Tinea Versicolor
  • Varicose Veins
  • Wart Removal
  • Warts

About Me

When you visit Dr. Schlessinger, you will be in the best hands for one of your most important assets - your appearance! Dr. Schlessinger's expertise has won him the Best Cosmetic Surgeon award in Omaha for more than 15 years. In addition, he has won ...
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Specialties

  • Dermatology
  • Cosmetic Dermatology

Board Certifications

  • Dermatology
  • Pediatrics
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Education

1992
Washington University Barnes Hospital
Residency Hospital
1988
University Al Chldns Hospital
Residency Hospital
1986
University Al Chldns Hospital
Internship Hospital
1985
Baylor University
Medical School
1983
Brown University / Alpert Medical School
Undergraduate School
1992
1988
1986
1985
1983

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Memberships & Affiliations

  • American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery, President
  • Nebraska Dermatology Society, Past President

Dr. Schlessinger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schlessinger

4.5

Based on 584 reviews

5 Stars
73.28767123287672%
(428)
4 Stars
13.86986301369863%
(81)
3 Stars
4.794520547945205%
(28)
2 Stars
2.2260273972602738%
(13)
1 Star
5.821917808219178%
(34)

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I highly recommend Dr. Schlessinger and Jackie and his staff!! They've always been accommodating to my schedule, you are in fast and your issues are handled with efficiency. I have been coming to this office for over 12 years when he caught my first skin cancer, squamous cell carcinoma and he is diligent and doesn't waste time dealing with issues. I also love the Lovelyskin care products, they work!!! I've been using the same skin regimen he started me on back then and it still works and it lasts me about 4 months. He and his staff are wonderful!!
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Truly listened to what the problems were and found solutions!
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Enjoy coming here for my appointments! Very friendly and helpful!!
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Quick and easy!
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This office is extremely helpful, always professional, and I never wait longer than a few minutes to see someone. I highly recommend Dr. Schlessinger’s Lovely Skin and spa for any of your Dermatology and Aesthetic needs. Sincerely, Amber
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Dr. Joel Schlessinger and his staff at Lovely Skin have been excellent in caring for our family from our sons' teenage acne prone years and our adult issues with growths and sun damage issues. The staff is kind, caring and competent from the moment one calls through the entire examination, treatement, and ongoing visit process. Always pleasant, always careful to draw out all questions and concerns, and always great technique. Linda Janssen Gjere
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i was in and out quickly
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I always receive optimal service through Dr. Schlessinger's office.
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Excellent care and communication from Dr. Schlessinger and staff. Thank you for your care!
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83% Patient experience rating, 14% higher than the national average

  • Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2019, 2018, 2017)

76% Patient experience rating, 7% higher than the national average