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Dr. Vitaly Terushkin is a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon and a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist. He practices Mohs surgery for melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer. He also teaches dermatology residents at Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Terushkin is one of a few Mohs surgeons in the tri-state area formally trained to treat melanoma with Mohs surgery and the MART-1 immunostain. In addition, he is one of a handful of Mohs surgeons in the country to have completed a fellowship in dermatopathology. Since entering practice, he has performed over 6,500 Mohs surgeries.

                                                                                                                                    Dr. Terushkin graduated summa cum laude from Brandeis University and then attended NYU School of Medicine. While in medical school, he spent an extra year conducting research at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He completed his internship in internal medicine at the Mount Sinai Medical Center and his dermatology residency at NYU, where he also served as chief resident. Dr. Terushkin then completed a fellowship in Micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology under the guidance of Drs. Zitelli and Brodland, recognized leaders in the field. He subsequently returned to NYU to complete a fellowship in dermatopathology.

Dr. Terushkin has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. He is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and American Society of Dermatopathology. He is a peer reviewer for several professional medical journals.  He is fluent in Russian and conversational in Spanish.

Dr. Allen N. Sapadin graduated summa cum laude from Yeshiva Univeristy and received his medical degree from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Prior to accepting a research fellowship at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Sapadin attended Rutgers Law School and graduated with honors. 

He returned to Mount Sinai to complete a dermatology residency and served as Chief Resident in his third year. While a resident he earned many awards, including election to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honor society. Each year this honor is bestowed upon three of six hundred residents at Mount Sinai Medical Center. In his third year of residency Dr. Sapadin was chosen by the American Academy of Dermatology to represent the United States at the annual British Association of Dermatologists meeting.

Following his residency, Dr. Sapadin joined the full-time faculty at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. There he earned the prestigious Solomon Silver award for excellence in clinical medicine.

Dr. Sapadin is an internationally-known researcher whose curriculum vitae includes over 100 publications. He lectures widely at national and international meetings and is frequently invited by hospitals to give “Grand Rounds” presentations. Most recently, Dr. Sapadin edited a theme issue for the Mount Sinai Journal of Medicine that is entirely devoted to Dermatology.

Dr. Sapadin is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. He is Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Attending at Hackensack University Medical Center, and resides in Englewood, N.J. with his family.

Emmanuel R. Loucas, M.D., P.C., is a board-certified dermatologist with more than 20 years of experience in private practice. At Loucas Dermatology on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City, Dr. Loucas offers state-of-the-art medical and cosmetic products and procedures to help patients enjoy healthy, beautiful skin at every stage of life.

After graduating summa cum laude from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Dr. Loucas completed his residency in dermatology at Tulane University in New Orleans, where he served as Chief Resident his senior year. As a New York native, Dr. Loucas was eager to return to his hometown, which he did, opening his personal dermatology practice in 1995.

Dr. Loucas helps patients look and feel their best with innovative skin rejuvenation therapies, including Vampire Facials®, chemical peels, Botox, and laser treatments. He offers facial volume restoration with various fillers and performs Vampire Facelifts® to soften fine lines, and improve facial contour and wrinkles.

In addition to providing restorative services, Dr. Loucas also treats all common dermatologic conditions, including acne, psoriasis, and rosacea, helping patients find relief from pain and discomfort. He has a special interest in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of all types of skin cancer. Patients see Dr. Loucas for routine mole screenings to detect skin cancer early when it’s easier to treat.

As a physician, teacher, and mentor, Dr. Loucas doesn’t believe in jumping on the latest fad in skin care. He offers only dermatologic treatments and technologies that have demonstrated clinical results.

Dr. Loucas and his team at Loucas Dermatology offer personalized, result-driven dermatological care in a warm, compassionate setting. Outside of work, Dr. Loucas enjoys spending time with his wife and children and cruising around Central Park on his StreetStrider® elliptical workout bike.

Dr. Loucas is accepting new patients, so call or click to schedule your appointment today.

For Javier Zelaya, MD, an experienced board-certified dermatologist and internist, health care goes beyond providing quality service. At Skinworks Dermatology, with locations in Maspeth, Chelsea, and South Slope, Brooklyn, Dr. Zelaya offers individualized proactive, as well as reactive, care and always puts the needs of the patient first.  

After graduating from Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts, Dr. Zelaya attended the New York University School of Medicine. He completed dual residencies in internal medicine at the Montefiore Medical Center and the Albert Einstein College of Medicine Division of Dermatology in Bronx, New York, where he was chief resident. Dr. Zelaya went on to finish a cosmetic apprenticeship with Dr. George Farber in New Orleans.

Hard-working and prominent in his field, Dr. Zelaya is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Contact Dermatitis Society. For over two decades, Dr. Zelaya has been in practice with offices in both Brooklyn and Manhattan, New York.

From rosacea to wrinkle reduction and scarring, Dr. Zelaya treats all skin types and a range of medical and cosmetic skin conditions at Skinworks Dermatology. He provides a number of effective treatments, including laser technology and skin care products.

Dr. Zelaya develops personal treatment plans and helps patients make informed decisions. He knows that beauty isn’t just skin deep, and that beautiful skin comes from within. He offers the best external and internal solutions to improve overall wellness, so that skin health follows suit. Dr. Zelaya knows that when patients are radiating with health and happiness, their skin glows too.

Dr. Altchek’s office is located on the Upper East Side in the heart of Manhattan, NY. Dr. Altchek is dedicated to the complete care of the skin, the early detection and cure of skin cancer, the care of aging skin, and the relief of suffering from skin disease. Dr. Altchek is a renowned dermatologic surgeon with expertise in skin resurfacing, laser, microdermabrasion, fillers and wrinkle treatments. He is also an expert in difficult to diagnose and treat dermatologic conditions and tropical diseases of the skin. Dr. Altchek believes “the skin is the mirror of life” in that it reflects all of health. The philosophy of the office is to help all in need of skin care, and in doing so, promote better health.

Dr. Altchek attended Quaker schools, Friends Seminary, Friends Academy, and the University of Pennsylvania, where he majored in English literature further diversified his education by studying medicine at the at the Complutense University of Madrid. He then trained in surgery and dermatology at Mount Sinai.

He is currently Clinical Professor of Dermatology and the archivist of the Department of Dermatology at Mount Sinai. Dr. Altchek has taught dermatologic surgery at Mount Sinai for over 30 years. He practices out of the oldest, continuous dermatology office in Manhattan (in operation since 1929) and is a member of the United Nations Medical Corps. He is frequently consulted in tropical dermatology. At one time, he had the largest Hansen’s disease practice in the city. Fluent in Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, and Catalan, Dr. Altchek also reads Hebrew and Old English.

He has published a variety of papers and book chapters dealing with hair transplantation, skin tumors, eczema, and the history of dermatology. Several of his publications were in Spanish and Portuguese and have appeared in international publications and texts. He has lectured both in this country and abroad on subjects ranging from forensic dermatology to tropical dermatology.

Jeremy Moss, MD, PhD, is a compassionate board-certified dermatologist serving men and women in Bridgeport, Connecticut and surrounding Fairfield County. Dr. Moss and the team at Bridgeport Dermatology Associates are experts in complete dermatologic care, including medical and cosmetic dermatology. The team cares for patients with cysts, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, skin cancer, and alopecia and offers personalized aesthetic procedures, including BOTOX® and microdermabrasion.

Dr. Moss earned his bachelor’s degree, graduating with distinction, from Stanford University in Stanford, California. He then went on to New York University in New York City for his medical doctorate. While at NYU, Dr. Moss completed his PhD in microbiology and immunology and was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the medical honors society.

Upon completion of his medical studies, Dr. Moss relocated to New Haven, Connecticut, to complete his residency and fellowship in dermatology at Yale University. At this time, Dr. Moss began developing an expertise in consultative medical dermatology for the treatment of psoriasis, acne, skin cancer, and dermatitis.

Dr. Moss is a recognized leader in the field of dermatology and has been invited to speak at numerous scientific meetings. He has been published in multiple dermatology research journals and participated in more than 15 clinical trials for dermatologic medications and products. He has been named Top Doctor in Connecticut from 2008-2023, a Fairfield County Top Doctor from 2018-2023, a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, New York Metro Area from 2017-2023 and strives to continually expand his knowledge and skillset receiving the Continuing Medical Education Award from the American Academy of Dermatology from 2008- 2023.

Dr. Moss is on the medical executive committee of St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport and serves on the board of directors for the Melanoma Center at Bridgeport Hospital. He also volunteers his time providing care to patients at local nursing homes and convalescent facilities as well as the Yale Residents’ Dermatology Clinic at the West Haven Veterans Hospital in West Haven, Connecticut.

Dr. Moss is accepting new patients.

Dr. Whitman is a board certified dermatologist who completed her residency at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York City. She has been in practice for more than 25 years and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Whitman also completed a residency in Pediatrics prior to Dermatology. Dr. Whitman prides herself on providing patients with a supportive and caring environment where they receive the best possible medical treatment. She enjoys seeing patients of all ages and families. Over the years she has built a community of loyal patients and developed deep relationships with not only her patients but also her staff. She has worked with many of them for decades and the patients appreciate the bond with them as well. In the modern world of medicine where people feel rushed and sometimes not listened to, she is proud of the warm, close environment she has fostered.

In her free time Dr. Whitman enjoys spending time with her children and her granddaughter. She also is passionate about volunteer work and over the past 12 years has spent every summer volunteering at Camp Discovery, a place that children with chronic, sometimes even fatal skin conditions can go to experience a week filled with outdoor fun, friendship, and personal growth. It is an environment where kids can be free from judgment and not be defined by their skin conditions. Dr. Whitman has developed a strong bond with both the campers and fellow dermatologists that run the camp.

She also has done volunteer work in a clinic in Kenya and has been involved for years in Builders Beyond Borders, an organization that brings high school students to build projects for impoverished areas in South America.

In addition, she is an avid animal lover and has been involved with aiding the baby elephants in Kenya and has helped rescue and foster dogs from China and Afghanistan.

Lisa Gavronsky, PA-C is a licensed Physician Assistant and 2014 Cum Laude graduate of Touro College's masters PA program. She also earned a BS in Marketing from Rutgers Business School. 
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Lisa is passionate about Dermatology with a strong interest in healthy skin care, and adult and pediatrics. She is committed to providing all her patients with personalized attention and ensuring the best possible treatment outcomes.

Deirdre Cannon, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant providing high-quality care to patients at Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists in Derby and Trumbull, Connecticut. 

Deirdre received her bachelor’s degree in health science from Quinnipiac University in 2004, followed by her master’s degree in physician assistant studies in 2006 from the same university.

Deirdre has been working in private practice dermatology since 2006. She joined Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists in 2014 and enjoys treating a wide array of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, and skin cancer. At the practice, Deirdre aims to educate her patients on general skin health and skin cancer prevention. 

Philanthropy is very important to Deirdre. She has spent time in both Kenya, as well as India, providing diagnosis and treatment of dermatology conditions in rural communities, education to community members, and training the local clinicians to be able to diagnose and treat. 

Deirdre is also an adjunct professor in the physician assistant program at Quinnipiac University.

Jason Wilder, DO, is a board-certified dermatologist. At Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists in Trumbull and Westport, Connecticut, he provides patients with compassionate and effective care. 

Dr. Wilder graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in biology. He trained at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and did his internship at Suncoast Hospital. Dr. Wilder completed his residency in dermatology at St. Barnabas Hospital.  

He has written several articles and has been a guest lecturer for the past 10 years. Dr. Wilder is on-staff at Bridgeport Hospital and the clinical instructor of dermatology at Yale University. 

Dr. Wilder is the father of two boys and enjoys working with children and adults. He truly enjoys working with the adolescent population and has one of the largest acne practices in Connecticut. 

Dr. Wilder is also one of the leading cosmetic dermatologists in Fairfield County. He specializes in cosmetic dermatology and is an expert in Botox®, Juvéderm®, laser treatment of blood vessels, and hair removal. 

He has guided patients for years on the newest and best cosmetic products to prevent aging and skin cancer. Dr. Wilder also performs skin cancer screenings and treats various skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and warts.

Alexander Fogel, MD, is a highly-skilled dermatologist serving patients at Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists in Trumbull and Westport, Connecticut.

Dr. Fogel is double board certified in both Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (a.k.a. Mohs). He heads our surgical and reconstructive dermatology practice, which encompasses Mohs surgery, as well surgery for melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and benign lesions, such as lipomas and cysts. 

Dr. Fogel was educated and trained at Caltech, Stanford, and Yale. He remains a clinical faculty member at the Yale University Department of Dermatology, and is responsible for educating dermatologists in training. He is also an accomplished researcher, with more than 50 published articles, chapters, and presentations at venues that include the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Journal of the American Medical Association, the New England Journal of Medicine Catalyst, the Harvard Business Review, and the Wall Street Journal. He has also served as an investigator for multiple clinical trials, ranging from pharmaceutical to basic science research. 

Dr. Fogel has received numerous national and local honors and awards, including the President's Volunteer Service Award, the Gold Humanism in Medicine Honor Society Award, the Yale Hospital All for One Award, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Scholarship. He has received grants from the American Skin Association and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and he is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Mohs Surgery, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the Royal Society of Medicine, and the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh.

Clinically, Dr. Fogel's interests are broad and include medical, surgical, pediatric, and cosmetic dermatology. During medical school at Stanford, he founded a free clinic for patients without health insurance and maintained a longitudinal pediatric dermatology clinic. During residency at Yale, Dr. Fogel was the resident lead for surgical, procedural, and cosmetic dermatology, managing resident education in these areas. 

Outside of work, Dr. Fogel is happily married and has three children. He loves exploring New England, partaking in the culture of our nearby cities, and working on his small farm.

Michael Noonan, MD, is board-certified in both pediatric and general dermatology. He treats patients at Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists in Derby, Trumbull, and Westport, Connecticut. 

Dr. Noonan graduated from Williams College magna cum laude with a degree in chemistry. He received his medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine and completed his internship at Yale University Hospital with a concentration in pediatrics. Dr. Noonan completed his dermatology residency at George Washington University School of Medicine. 

He is on-staff at Bridgeport Hospital and a clinical dermatology instructor at Yale University School of Medicine.

Dr. Noonan has published articles and has been a guest lecturer. As a father of four, Dr. Noonan understands parents' concerns about their children's skin, especially when conditions such as rashes, eczema, warts, and acne flare up. Dr. Noonan treats adults and children with these conditions. He also treats moles and skin cancers. 

At the practice, Dr. Noonan and the team see patients on an emergency basis, even on days when the office is busy.

Faith Huynh, PA-C is a board-certified PA providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients at Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists in Trumbull, Connecticut. She loves working with her hands and is passionate about treating and educating her patients about many skin conditions including skin cancer, eczema, psoriasis, and acne.

Faith earned her Master of Medical Science from Yale School of Medicine and completed her clinical training within the Yale New Haven Health System. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Houston.

As a PA student, Faith served as the Connecticut PA Foundation Chair and a Jack Cole Society Student Officer for her cohort. She was also involved in research and received the Outstanding Thesis Award through the Yale School of Medicine Physician Associate Program in 2024.

Faith is a Houston native, and in her free time enjoys dancing, baking, hiking, and supporting local restaurants. You can usually find her at a concert or a musical in the city, or exploring New England with her husband.

Originally from Westchester, New York, Dr. Verhave completed his undergraduate training at Cornell University and received his medical degree from Upstate Medical University where he graduated as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honors society. He then completed an internship in internal medicine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital followed by his dermatology residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center.  During the course of his training, he completed a clinical trials research fellowship aimed at discovering therapeutics for difficult to treat and understudied dermatologic conditions.  Dr. Verhave takes pride in treating patients of all ages and focuses his practice on medical and procedural dermatology.  In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Verhave is an active contributor to the dermatology literature, publishing both scholarly research articles and textbook chapters.  

 Outside of the office Dr. Verhave is an avid reader and animal lover.  He also enjoys leading an active lifestyle, whether that be exploring nature or trying his luck on the golf course! 

She earned her undergraduate degree in Human Biology with honors from Brown University and her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Bui completed her dermatology residency at Stanford Hospital and Clinics, following an internal medicine internship and a clinical research fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

She has authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications covering a wide range of topics, including cutaneous oncology, immune-related skin toxicities, and healthcare access in dermatology. Her research has been presented at national and international conferences, and she is committed to advancing evidence-based, patient-centered care through both scholarship and clinical practice.

Fluent in Vietnamese, Dr. Bui is dedicated to providing culturally competent care and promoting health equity. She has held leadership roles in global health and advocacy organizations and is interested in community health initiatives.

Outside of her professional work, Dr. Bui enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. She finds joy in cooking, pilates, and spending time with family and friends.

Michelle W. Ma, MD, FAAD is a Board Certified Dermatologist who completed her residency through the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in June 2017. We're very excited to have her as a full-time provider at MDCS Dermatology: Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, located in Plainview, Commack, Manhattan, Upper East Side and Hampton Bays, New York. In her professional and educational work, Dr. Ma has:

• Completed multiple postdoctoral programs
• Published articles in a variety of professional journals
• Participated in presentations across the nation

Dr. Ma graduated from Cornell University with a degree in biological sciences. She then:

• Pursed her Doctor of Medicine at the New York University School of Medicine
• Served as an intern at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts
• Began and continues her dermatology residency at MDCS

She has completed two postdoctoral fellowships. Dr. Ma was a Dermatopharmacology Fellow at the Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in Bronx, New York. She was also a Melanoma Translational Research Fellow at the Department of Dermatology at New York University.

Dr. Ma has also been the recipient of numerous awards. These include:

• The Maurice Husik Prize for the best paper written by a dermatology resident/fellow
• The Todd Nagel Research Grant Award from The Skin Cancer Foundation
• The Medicine Clerkship Award for outstanding essay in medical science
• Merrill Presidential Scholar
• The William T. Keeton Prize for academic excellence in introductory biology

Sahar Y. Naseer, MD, is a talented dermatologist at MDCS Dermatology: Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in Smithtown and Hampton Bays, New York. With her extensive background in research, she brings fresh ideas to the table for each of her patients’ treatment plans. A member of the American Academy of Dermatology, she was selected to be a part of the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society due to her skills and achievements.

Dr. Naseer earned her bachelor’s degree in neuroscience at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, where she graduated with honors in 2009. She then moved south to Washington, DC, to attend Georgetown University for her master’s degree in biophysiology. After completing it in just one year, she moved to New York to earn her medical degree through The State University of New York Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and Buffalo University, where she graduated summa cum laude. 

After finishing her formal education, Dr. Naseer continued training with a pediatric preliminary year at Cohen Children’s Medical Center/Northwell Health in Queens, New York. For her postgraduate year two, she moved back to Buffalo, New York, for a dermatology residency. She continued with another dermatology residency at Brown University Alpert School of Medicine in Providence, Rhode Island.

Dr. Naseer’s many awards and distinguishments across her education, training, and budding career speak for themselves. She earned multiple awards at Buffalo University for her excellence in research and earned the American Medical Women’s Association Glasgow-Rubin Certificate of Commendation. At MDCS, she continues to stand out as an outstanding leader and treats her patients with kindness and compassion.

When she isn’t in the office assessing skin conditions or educating patients on how to care for their skin, Dr. Naseer loves to spend her time traveling, swimming to stay in shape, and improving her cooking skills.

Snehal Amin, MD, FACMS, FAAD is co-founder and surgical director of MDCS Dermatology: Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery, located in Manhattan, Upper East Side, Commack, Hampton Bays and Plainview, NY, Clifton, and Englewood, New Jersey. As a board-certified dermatologic surgeon, he has:

• Provided top-notch patient care and life changing skin transformations
• Published numerous ongoing publications
• Focused on Mohs micrographic surgery, laser resurfacing, pediatric/adult lasers, and facial cosmetic reconstructions

Dr. Amin has:

• Previously served as Director of Mohs, Laser, and Dermatologic Surgery for New York Medical College
• Previously served as the interim Director of Mohs Surgery at Cornell - New York Presbyterian Medical Center
• Received numerous research grants for his groundbreaking work in melanoma, laser medicine, and skin cancer biology

Dr. Amin graduated from Harvard College (magna cum laude)with dual degrees in Biology and Sanskrit. He then:

• Graduated from  Albert Einstein College of Medicine Alpha omega alpha medical honor society
• Served as Chief Resident in dermatology at Cornell’s New York-Presbyterian Hospital
• Became board certified in skin cancer surgery and cosmetic dermatologic surgeries

Dr. Amin currently serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Weill-Cornell Medical College. He is a fellow of both the American College of Mohs Surgery and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery.