Medical Expertise of Dr. Amy Slear, MD
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Amy Slear, MD
Dr. Amy Slear is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in Hicksville, New York at Belaray Dermatology.
Tips & Wisdom
Notalgia Paresthetica is a common, but often unrecognized condition that leads to a sense of severe itching. The itching usually afflicts one side of the mid back and may be associated with pain and an altered sensation to touch. There is no definitive treatment for this condition and options vary, including topical corticosteroids, topical anesthetics, antihistamines, and acupuncture. Some doctors do not treat the condition as it may be considered “harmless”, but that leave...
Patient Education Resources
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
After finishing her undergraduate education at Yale University, Dr. Slear attended SUNY Downstate for medical school. During medical school, she was elected to the Alpha Omega alpha honor society. She completed a preliminary year in internal medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital and a dermatology residency at SUNY Downstate, serving as chief resident in her last year. Dr. Slear currently teaches residents at the New York Harbor VA.
Belaray Dermatology
Belaray Dermatology was founded in 2006 by Dr Slear and Dr Ellis, two long time friends and colleagues who wanted to provide a higher level of care and service to their patients.
Since that time the practice has grown and recruited additional providers with the same mindset of putting patients' needs first and providing the highest quality of care.