Dr. Helen Shim-Chang, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Mt. Sinai Dermatology
5 East 98th 5th Floor
New York, New York 10029
For an appointment, call (212) 241-3050
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About Dr. Helen Shim-Chang, MD

Subspecialty
Dermatopathology - Dermatology

Education and Training
M.D., Hahnemann University of Medicine
Chief Residency, Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Fellowship, Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Residency, Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Residency, Dermatology, Mount Sinai Hospital
Residency, Pathology, Mount Sinai Hospital
Residency, Internal Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital
Fellowship, Dermatopathology, Mount Sinai Hospital

Patient Education Resources

Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
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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...
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...