Dr. Debbie Palmer, DO


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Cosmetic Dermatology

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Dermatology Associates of New York
440 Mamaroneck Avenue
SUITE 404
Harrison, New York 10528
For an appointment, call (914) 777-1799
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About Dr. Debbie Palmer, DO

Debbie M. Palmer, D.O., FAOCD is a board-certified Connecticut dermatologist providing care to patients in the Connecticut area at Greenwich Hospital. 

Dr. Palmer specializes in cosmetic and medical dermatology. She is licensed to preform surgery and prescribe medication. 

She has authored numerous papers for prominent medical journals such as Cutis, Dermatology Times, and Journal of Drugs In Dermatology.  In addition, she has authored numerous posters presented at national dermatology meetings, such as the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Palmer has presented various topics at national and international medical conferences.

Professional Organizations: 
  • Westchester County Medical Society Public Relations committee (WCMSPR), Diplomate 
  • American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology & Aesthetic Surgery (ASCDAS), Fellow 
  • Westchester Dermatology Society (WDS), Fellow 
  • New York State Medical Society (NYSMS), Fellow 

Conditions Treated

Aging Skin & Wrinkles

Patient Education Resources

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How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
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If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
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What are some treatments to get rid of warts?
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What are the possible treatments for my actinic keratoses?
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...

Education & Training

  • Residency: St Barnabas Hospital
  • Medical School: Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Dr. Palmer received her B.B.A. from the University of Michigan in 1989, where she was the recipient of the university’s Alumni Scholarship. She went on to complete her post-graduate studies in chemistry at the University of North Florida. After, she attended Kansas City University Medical School and received her medical degree, summa cum laude, in 1999. She was the recipient of the Janet H. Glasgow Memorial Achievement Citation for being the outstanding female student in her class, and was awarded membership in the Psi Sigma Alpha National Scholastic Honor Society. Dr. Palmer completed her internship in internal medicine in 2000 at Northside Hospital and Heart Institute, where she was selected Chief Intern, and her residency in dermatology at St. Barnabas Hospital in 2003, where she was selected Chief Resident. During her dermatology residency, Dr. Palmer held the position of National Resident Liaison to the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, and received the Excellence in Dermatology award for performing first in the nation on her in-training exam.