Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dr. Suleman Bangash is Board Certified in Dermatology and is a Fellowship trained Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgeon. Dr. Bangash is originally from the Elgin area and is a graduate of Elgin Academy. He attended Northwestern University for his undergraduate studies and attended medical school at the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. He did his internship training at Summa Health System, in Ohio, and then completed his Dermatology residency in New York City at the Lutheran General Hospital.
After completing his dermatology training, Dr. Bangash was one of only 40 physicians chosen nationwide to do an additional year of Mohs Surgery fellowship training. He completed his Moh’s Surgery Fellowship in Tallahassee, Florida at a program accredited by the American College of Mohs Surgery. As a fellowship trained Mohs Surgeon, Dr. Bangash is trained in the surgical removal, pathologic interpretation, and reconstructive surgery of skin cancer. As an expert in Cutaneous Oncology, he is involved in the treatment, management, and regular follow-up of high-risk skin cancer patients.Dr. Bangash continued his work for two years at Dermatology Associates of Tallahassee as an Attending Mohs Surgeon. He then returned to his hometown in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, where he now practices at Mohs Surgery and Dermatology Center, with offices located in Elgin and Crystal Lake, IL. Dr. Bangash is a staff physician affiliated with Sherman and Provena St. Joseph Hospitals in Elgin, Centegra Woodstock Memorial Hospital, and St. Alexius hospital in Hoffman Estates.
Dr. Bangash has lectured and presented at national meetings of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American College of Mohs Surgery. In addition, Dr. Bangash has been published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. As an educator, Dr. Bangash has taught Mohs Micrographic Surgery to Dermatology residents in New York City. Dr. Bangash has been featured in the local media and since 2004 has volunteered to conduct free skin cancer screenings for the American Cancer Society and the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Bangash is a member of the prestigious American College of Mohs Surgery, the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Medical Association.
Dr. Bangash is an avid outdoorsman and sports fan. He resides with his wife in the Chicago area.
Bharati Chittineni, MD, known as "Dr. C", is a board-certified Dermatologist practicing in the Chicago Suburbs since 2002. Dr. C was born in California and raised in Oklahoma before coming to Illinois. She completed a Bachelor of Science in Cell and Structural Biology at the University of Illinois Champaign/Urbana and received her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Rockford. Dr. C completed an internship at Ravenswood Medical Center and then completed her residency in Dermatology at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2002 and joined Midwest Dermatology Center the same year
Dr. C is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Chicago Dermatological Society, Illinois State Medical Society, Dermatology Foundation, and American Medical Association. She is also on staff at Good Samaritan Hospital and also at Central Du Page Hospital. Dr. C has been published in leading dermatology journals including the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and Journal of Investigative Dermatology.
In 2008, Dr. C was selected into the Who's Who Global Directory for her achievements in dermatology.
With a dedication toward providing comprehensive treatment customized to each individual - from infants to the elderly - Dr. C believes in establishing relationships with her patients that are based on listening, open communication, patient education and empowerment. She is attracted to all aspects of dermatology including general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology with a special interest in skin cancer prevention and treatment. Dermatology has allowed her to fuse her passions of science, art, technology, and creativity with the human spirit.
Dr. C is married to a physician and has two sons. She loves spending time with her family, traveling, watching movies, and playing tennis.
Dr. Jeanne Hoag is well known in the Des Plaines area and has been practicing dermatology for over 25 years. After completing her education at the University of Illinois Medical School, she continued her Dermatology training and residency at the University of Illinois. Her practice encompasses general medical and surgical dermatology. Dr. Hoag is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. She is an active member of the Chicago Dermatological Society and the American Academy of Dermatology. She brings experience and quality care to our patients.
Born and raised in Orem, Utah, Dr. Steele is excited to be back home practicing dermatology and facial cosmetic surgery. After attending Brigham Young University, Dr. Steele attended medical school at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. As one of the top students in his graduating class, he was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.
He then completed a one year internship in internal medicine and a three year dermatology residency at the world renowned Cleveland Clinic, training in general dermatology, cosmetic dermatology and Mohs micrographic surgery.
Dr. Steele went on to complete a Mohs micrographic surgery at Geisinger Health System and a facial cosmetic surgery fellowship at the Chestnut Institute of Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Steele is board certified with the American Board of Dermatology and Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatology.
Born and raised in Orem, Utah, Dr. Steele is excited to be back home practicing dermatology and facial cosmetic surgery. After attending Brigham Young University, Dr. Steele attended medical school at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. As one of the top students in his graduating class, he was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.
He then completed a one year internship in internal medicine and a three year dermatology residency at the world renowned Cleveland Clinic, training in general dermatology, cosmetic dermatology and Mohs micrographic surgery.
Dr. Steele went on to complete a Mohs micrographic surgery at Geisinger Health System and a facial cosmetic surgery fellowship at the Chestnut Institute of Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Steele is board certified with the American Board of Dermatology and Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatology.
Born and raised in Orem, Utah, Dr. Steele is excited to be back home practicing dermatology and facial cosmetic surgery. After attending Brigham Young University, Dr. Steele attended medical school at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. As one of the top students in his graduating class, he was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.
He then completed a one year internship in internal medicine and a three year dermatology residency at the world renowned Cleveland Clinic, training in general dermatology, cosmetic dermatology and Mohs micrographic surgery.
Dr. Steele went on to complete a Mohs micrographic surgery at Geisinger Health System and a facial cosmetic surgery fellowship at the Chestnut Institute of Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Steele is board certified with the American Board of Dermatology and Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatology.
I take pride in treating my patients with a holistic and integrated approach. I have a passion for skin and "natural" beauty. I received my Certified Physician Assistant license from Stanford Medical Center in 2011 and continue to stay current on new advancements and technologies in the field.
Juliana Williams, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in dermatology services at West Derm Center’s Riverdale office in the Bronx, New York.
Juliana has 10 years of experience in clinical trials. She served as a sub-investigator for trials on device studies, inpatient and outpatient studies, and first-in-man studies, and was responsible for the subjects of the clinical trials throughout. The studies covered areas such topics as diabetes, schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s disease, cold sores, antioxidants, and insomnia.
At West Derm Center, Juliana provides a range of cosmetic and medical dermatological services and procedures, including mole and skin tag removal, Botox® and fillers, skin cancer screenings, and psoriasis treatments. Her patients receive individualized skin care treatments based on their personal skin concerns and needs.
Juliana is an active member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. She’s board-certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese.
“The entire experience, from the moment I walked in, was fantastic. The staff was friendly and efficient, and Dr. lulia Funieru was not only knowledgeable but also took the time to address all my questions and concerns. I left the office feeling confident in the care I received.”
Every person’s skin is different, which is why the team of dermatological professionals at West Derm Center in New York tailors every treatment to its client’s skin concerns and needs. The practice treats clients from all over the tri-state area. It has clinics in White Plains, New Rochelle, and Yonkers, New York, as well as their Bronx locations in Pelham Gardens, and Riverdale.
Founded in 1991, West Derm Center is one of the leading dermatology practices in the Bronx and lower Westchester. The team of highly experienced practitioners offers a range of dermatological services and surgeries to treat all skin conditions, and they’re skin of color experts. They use their extensive knowledge combined with state-of-the-art technologies and the latest advances in industry research.
The practice is renowned for its expertise in treating medical conditions such as eczema, acne, psoriasis, and rosacea, as well as its potentially life-saving skin cancer screenings. They also offer a wide range of cosmetic dermatology procedures, including microdermabrasion and laser treatments.
West Derm Center warmly welcomes patients of all ages and the friendly staff speaks several languages, including Spanish, Hebrew, Yiddish, Russian, and Portuguese. It has a specialist team of board-certified pediatric dermatologists to take care of their youngest patients, and all providers are committed to delivering comprehensive medical and cosmetic services to everyone who comes through their doors. They offer convenient office hours that include weekends, early mornings, and evenings, so even those with the busiest schedules can find an appointment time that suits their needs.
When a patient makes an appointment with the expert team at West Derm Center, they enjoy all the benefits that come from optimum skin health and well-being. Call today or use the online booking tool to schedule a consultation.
Fernanda Salgado, MD, is a skilled dermatologist specializing in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. She is committed to providing the highest quality dermatologic care to her patients at Dermatology Arts in South Pasadena, California.
Dr. Salgado completed her undergraduate studies at Rutgers University, graduating Summa Cum Laude in biology. She earned her medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society and served as chapter Vice President. Based on her outstanding dedication to patient care, she was also honored to be one of a handful of students elected by her peers and faculty to serve in the Gold Humanism Honor Society.
Dr. Salgado completed her internship at the prestigious Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and her residency training in Dermatology at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center/Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She received extensive training in a wide range of skin, hair, and nail disorders.
Dr. Salgado’s clinical interests include complex medical dermatology, pigmentary and inflammatory skin disorders, as well as skin cancer diagnosis and treatment. Outside work, Dr. Salgado enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and doing outdoor activities. She also speaks Spanish and Portuguese.
“Dr Salgado is excellent. She show she is concerned with your issue. Makes sure everything is going well. I highly recommend her for any dermatology need ”
Philip Fried, MD, is the medical director at West Derm Center, which he originally founded in 1991. Under Dr. Fried’s expert guidance, the practice has grown to six New York locations, one each in White Plains, New Rochelle, and Yonkers, and their Bronx offices in Pelham Gardens and Riverdale. At each location, Dr. Fried ensures that patients have access to a wide range of dermatological and aesthetic services.
Dr. Fried began his education at Touro College in Manhattan, where he graduated magna cum laude. He went on to earn his medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx.
Dr. Fried completed a general surgery internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark and served as a dermatology resident at New York Medical College in Valhalla. Rounding out his medical training, Dr. Fried served as an attending physician in the emergency rooms of Jamaica Hospital and Bellevue Hospital in New York.
With this comprehensive medical training under his belt and a board certification in dermatology, Dr. Fried went into private practice. He focuses on cosmetic and laser surgery, varicose vein treatment, autologous fat transplantation, and mesotherapy, which involves vitamin injections to dissolve subcutaneous fat.
Over his career, Dr. Fried has conducted a number of studies on dermatological diseases and was involved in special investigative research on leprosy, wounds, and burn healing. Dr. Fried’s work is published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases and Annals of Internal Medicine, and he’s spoken extensively at both national and international conferences.
To cater to a wider range of patients, Dr. Fried speaks English, Spanish, and Hebrew.
Philip Fried, MD, is the medical director at West Derm Center, which he originally founded in 1991. Under Dr. Fried’s expert guidance, the practice has grown to six New York locations, one each in White Plains, New Rochelle, and Yonkers, and their Bronx offices in Pelham Gardens and Riverdale. At each location, Dr. Fried ensures that patients have access to a wide range of dermatological and aesthetic services.
Dr. Fried began his education at Touro College in Manhattan, where he graduated magna cum laude. He went on to earn his medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx.
Dr. Fried completed a general surgery internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark and served as a dermatology resident at New York Medical College in Valhalla. Rounding out his medical training, Dr. Fried served as an attending physician in the emergency rooms of Jamaica Hospital and Bellevue Hospital in New York.
With this comprehensive medical training under his belt and a board certification in dermatology, Dr. Fried went into private practice. He focuses on cosmetic and laser surgery, varicose vein treatment, autologous fat transplantation, and mesotherapy, which involves vitamin injections to dissolve subcutaneous fat.
Over his career, Dr. Fried has conducted a number of studies on dermatological diseases and was involved in special investigative research on leprosy, wounds, and burn healing. Dr. Fried’s work is published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases and Annals of Internal Medicine, and he’s spoken extensively at both national and international conferences.
To cater to a wider range of patients, Dr. Fried speaks English, Spanish, and Hebrew.
Philip Fried, MD, is the medical director at West Derm Center, which he originally founded in 1991. Under Dr. Fried’s expert guidance, the practice has grown to six New York locations, one each in White Plains, New Rochelle, and Yonkers, and their Bronx offices in Pelham Gardens and Riverdale. At each location, Dr. Fried ensures that patients have access to a wide range of dermatological and aesthetic services.
Dr. Fried began his education at Touro College in Manhattan, where he graduated magna cum laude. He went on to earn his medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx.
Dr. Fried completed a general surgery internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark and served as a dermatology resident at New York Medical College in Valhalla. Rounding out his medical training, Dr. Fried served as an attending physician in the emergency rooms of Jamaica Hospital and Bellevue Hospital in New York.
With this comprehensive medical training under his belt and a board certification in dermatology, Dr. Fried went into private practice. He focuses on cosmetic and laser surgery, varicose vein treatment, autologous fat transplantation, and mesotherapy, which involves vitamin injections to dissolve subcutaneous fat.
Over his career, Dr. Fried has conducted a number of studies on dermatological diseases and was involved in special investigative research on leprosy, wounds, and burn healing. Dr. Fried’s work is published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases and Annals of Internal Medicine, and he’s spoken extensively at both national and international conferences.
To cater to a wider range of patients, Dr. Fried speaks English, Spanish, and Hebrew.
Philip Fried, MD, is the medical director at West Derm Center, which he originally founded in 1991. Under Dr. Fried’s expert guidance, the practice has grown to six New York locations, one each in White Plains, New Rochelle, and Yonkers, and their Bronx offices in Pelham Gardens and Riverdale. At each location, Dr. Fried ensures that patients have access to a wide range of dermatological and aesthetic services.
Dr. Fried began his education at Touro College in Manhattan, where he graduated magna cum laude. He went on to earn his medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx.
Dr. Fried completed a general surgery internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark and served as a dermatology resident at New York Medical College in Valhalla. Rounding out his medical training, Dr. Fried served as an attending physician in the emergency rooms of Jamaica Hospital and Bellevue Hospital in New York.
With this comprehensive medical training under his belt and a board certification in dermatology, Dr. Fried went into private practice. He focuses on cosmetic and laser surgery, varicose vein treatment, autologous fat transplantation, and mesotherapy, which involves vitamin injections to dissolve subcutaneous fat.
Over his career, Dr. Fried has conducted a number of studies on dermatological diseases and was involved in special investigative research on leprosy, wounds, and burn healing. Dr. Fried’s work is published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases and Annals of Internal Medicine, and he’s spoken extensively at both national and international conferences.
To cater to a wider range of patients, Dr. Fried speaks English, Spanish, and Hebrew.
Philip Fried, MD, is the medical director at West Derm Center, which he originally founded in 1991. Under Dr. Fried’s expert guidance, the practice has grown to six New York locations, one each in White Plains, New Rochelle, and Yonkers, and their Bronx offices in Pelham Gardens and Riverdale. At each location, Dr. Fried ensures that patients have access to a wide range of dermatological and aesthetic services.
Dr. Fried began his education at Touro College in Manhattan, where he graduated magna cum laude. He went on to earn his medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx.
Dr. Fried completed a general surgery internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark and served as a dermatology resident at New York Medical College in Valhalla. Rounding out his medical training, Dr. Fried served as an attending physician in the emergency rooms of Jamaica Hospital and Bellevue Hospital in New York.
With this comprehensive medical training under his belt and a board certification in dermatology, Dr. Fried went into private practice. He focuses on cosmetic and laser surgery, varicose vein treatment, autologous fat transplantation, and mesotherapy, which involves vitamin injections to dissolve subcutaneous fat.
Over his career, Dr. Fried has conducted a number of studies on dermatological diseases and was involved in special investigative research on leprosy, wounds, and burn healing. Dr. Fried’s work is published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases and Annals of Internal Medicine, and he’s spoken extensively at both national and international conferences.
To cater to a wider range of patients, Dr. Fried speaks English, Spanish, and Hebrew.
Dr. Burk is a board-certified dermatologist with 40 years of experience diagnosing and treating both garden-variety and rare, complex dermatologic disorders.
A graduate of Duke University Medical School, Dr. Burk served for many years as Head of the Division of Dermatology at the Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, where he continues to instruct residents and fellows as a volunteer teaching attending.
Dr. Burk was also an assistant professor and co-director of the Dermatology Training Program at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Earlier in his career, Dr. Burk received postgraduate training at top-tier institutions, including Harvard Medical School, the University of Pittsburgh, and the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, where he conducted research on DNA repair mechanisms.
Prior to coming to West Derm Center, Dr. Burk had a private practice in Riverdale, NY, where he took care of patients for more than 25 years. Currently working out of our Yonkers office, he continues to enjoy and find satisfaction in caring for his patients, old and new.