Medical Expertise of Dr. Ernest Benedetto, MD
About Dr. Ernest Benedetto, MD
Dr. Ernest Benedetto completed his Internship and dual residencies in Internal Medicine and Dermatology at the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio. He returned to Philadelphia in 1990 to complete a Fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology and join his brother at the Dermatologic SurgiCenter in the practice. He is the Assistant Medical Director of the Dermatologic SurgiCenter and its two accredited Ambulatory Surgical Centers.
Dr. Ernest is an Attending Staff Dermatologist at Mercy Fitzgerald Medical Center and Crozer-Keystone Health System – DCMH Division. He is a volunteer faculty at the Crozer-Keystone Family Practice Residency Program where he has been acknowledged as a recipient of the “Outstanding Teaching Attending Award of the Year.” He is also frequently recognized for Volunteer Staffing of Skin Cancer Screenings in our area. He is an author and co-author of several articles in the scientific literature.
He is a member of numerous professional organizations including the American Medical Association, American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Pennsylvania Academy of Dermatology, Philadelphia Dermatological Society and The College of Physicians of Philadelphia.
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
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...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
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...
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: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
- Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
- Medical School: Gabriele d'Annunzio University- Faculty of Medicine
Professional Affiliations
Dermatologic SurgiCenter
WHEN YOU NEED A PHILADELPHIA, PA DERMATOLOGIST, INNOVATIVE AND SKILLED CARE IS AVAILABLE AT THE DERMATOLOGIC SURGICENTER.
Established in 1978, we serve patients from throughout the Philadelphia area, including Drexel Hill, Cherry Hill, and Bryn Mawr. People trust the care at our center because we go the extra mile to give you the results you want.
At the Dermatologic SurgiCenter, our goal is to provide every patient with personalized care. Our center offers the latest and most effective treatments that medical technology has to offer. Whether you have been diagnosed with skin cancer or would like to reverse the signs of aging on your face, we have the right options.