Medical Expertise of Dr. Deborah Zell, MD
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Deborah Zell, MD
Dr. Deborah Zell, MD joined North Valley Dermatology in the fall of 2010. She is a board certified and fellowship trained dermatologist who specializes in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Procedural Dermatology.
Dr. Zell was born in New Orleans, LA and grew up in South Florida. After high school, she moved back to New Orleans for college and graduated from Tulane University with the honors of Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. She earned double majors in Mathematics and Chemistry during her undergraduate education, and served as President of her undergraduate student body. She also received the prestigious President’s Award during her undergraduate studies.
Following her undergraduate education, Dr. Zell attended the Tulane University School of Medicine. She then completed an Internal Medicine internship in New Orleans, training at Charity Hospital, University Hospital, Tulane University Medical Center and the Veterans Affairs Hospital.
Dr. Zell then moved to Miami, and served as a clinical research fellow at the University of Miami in the Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery where she initiated, managed, and conducted fourteen clinical trials, focusing primarily on scarring and keloids.
Dr. Zell also completed her dermatology residency training at the University of Miami, where she cared for a diverse and international patient population. During this time, she excelled in clinical research, dermoscopy of pigmented lesions, and skin cancer surgery. As a result of her achievements, she was awarded the revered Surgical Award and the prestigious Kramer Research Award two years in a row at the University of Miami.
Dr. Zell then completed a highly sought after Mohs Micrographic Surgery Fellowship in New York under the guidance of Dr. Daniel Siegel, the 2011-2012 President of the American Academy of Dermatology, and renowned Mohs and dermatologic surgeon. During her fellowship, Dr. Zell performed surgery at the State University of New York (SUNY) – Downstate, the Veterans Affairs Harbor Hospital in Brooklyn, and in private practice on Long Island. She also gave lectures to the dermatology department at SUNY Downstate during this time.
Dr. Zell is highly trained and skilled in the surgical treatment of skin cancer, and serves as dermatologic surgeon, pathologist and reconstructive surgeon in her practice. She has also worked in private practice as a dermatologic surgeon in New York City, and has served as a guest lecturer on various dermatologic conditions and therapies on a national level. Dr. Zell has also authored numerous dermatologic articles and textbook chapters as well as served as a peer reviewer for other medical authors.
She is an active member of the Women’s Dermatologic Society, the American Academy of Dermatology, and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Dr. Zell currently resides in Scottsdale, Arizona with her husband and two young children. During her time outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, baking and exercising.
Patient Education Resources
Eczema Medication Savings & Support Programs
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
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...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
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...
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...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Education & Training
- Fellowship: SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn
- Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital - Jackson Health System
- Internship: Tulane University
- Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine
