Dr. Ellis Gottesfeld, MD
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Boynton Beach, Florida 33437
About Dr. Ellis Gottesfeld, MD
Ellis Gottesfeld, MD, is a Board-Certified Dermatologist providing dermatology care to patients in the Boynton Beach, FL area at Advancements in Dermatology.
Dr.Gottesfeld specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of skin conditions including skin cancer, actinic keratosis, psoriasis, acne (acne vulgaris), acne rosacea, rosacea, rash, allergy, moles, and warts. Dr.Gottesfeld also specializes in chemical peel (chemexfoliation), laser surgery, Mohs surgery (dermatological surgery), dermal fillers, skin biopsy, and excision.
Dr. Gottesfeld earned his Medical Degree from State University of New York in Brooklyn. After medical school, he completed his Internal Medicine Internship at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City. He then completed his Dermatology Residency at Case Western Reserve University.
Dr. Gottesfeld practiced dermatology for 15 years in New York City and was on the faculty at the Department of Dermatology NYU Medical Center. He possesses over 20 years of experience in Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology, and Dermatologic Surgery.
Professional Affiliations
- American Board of Dermatology- Diplomate
- American Academy of Dermatology-Fellow
- American Society for Mohs Surgery-Fellow
- Florida Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery
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...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
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 ...
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
- Residency: Case Western Reserve University Affiliated Hospitals
- Internship: Mount Sinai Beth Israel
- Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine