Dr. David Finkelstein, MD
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About Dr. David Finkelstein, MD
Dr. Finkelstein was certified by the American Board of Dermatology in 2001. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Russian and East European Studies in 1989 and earned his M.D. from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA in 1997. He completed his residency in dermatology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Biology in 2001.
Dr. Finkelstein is a volunteer faculty member and resident instructor for the Tatem-Brown Family Practice Residency Program in Voorhees, NJ and the Department of Dermatology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. Finkelstein enjoys seeing patients of all ages and with all skin types and skin conditions. Dr. Finkelstein's extensive experience with medical, surgical, cosmetic and laser dermatology is augmented by the primary goal of his practice: Providing exemplary patient care in a warm, patient-centric environment.
Please make an appointment with Dr. Finkelstein to get unprecendented, personalized dermatologic care!
Patient Education Resources
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
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
- Residency: Thomas Jefferson University
- Internship: Lankenau Medical Center
- Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College
Professional Affiliations
Alta Dermatology & Skin Care Center
In a changing world of medicine, we are a solo practice dedicated to taking care of the skin-related conditions of you and your family. Whether it’s caring for your infant, or treating your cosmetic needs, Dr. Finkelstein is board-certified and experienced to meet your expectations of excellent medical care.