Medical Expertise of Dr. Amy Ross, MD
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Amy Ross, MD
Amy S. Ross, MD is a dermatologist specializing in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and laser treatment of skin disorders. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, and is an Associate of the American College of Mohs Surgery, the most selective organization of skin cancer and reconstructive surgeons in the U.S. In 2008, Dr. Ross founded Palm Harbor Dermatology where she specializes in the treatment of skin cancer.
Dr. Ross was born at Morton Plant Hospital and raised in Clearwater, Florida. She attended the University of Florida, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, and her Master of Science in Pharmaceutics. She received her medical degree from Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where she graduated with honors. After a dermatology residency at Drexel, she completed her training with a dermatologic surgery fellowship at Vanderbilt University.
Dr. Ross continues her academic interest while in private practice. She spoke on the management of high risk skin cancers in March at the annual American Academy of Dermatology meeting. She has numerous publications, and has authored a book chapter on optimizing outcomes in dermatologic surgery for skin cancer.
Dr. Ross lives in Palm Harbor, and is married with two beautiful children, Lilly, 3 ½ years, and Michael, 3 years.
Patient Education Resources
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
What is the treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Vanderbilt University
- Residency: Drexel University - Hahnemann University Hospital
- Medical School: Drexel University College of Medicine