About Dr. Janet Prystowsky, MD
Janet Prystowsky, M.D., Ph.D. is a board certified dermatologist specializing in the surgical treatment of skin disorders. She received her Ph.D. from Columbia University in 1979, and her M.D., with honors, from the University of Chicago in 1983. Dr. Prystowsky did her residency training in dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania graduating in 1987. She is one of a small number of dermatologists specially trained to perform Mohs Micrographic Surgery and other surgical procedures of the skin. She is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is a Fellow of the American Society for Mohs Surgery. She is trained in Laser Surgery of the skin and is a Fellow of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc. She also is a Fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
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 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...
The best treatment for warts will depend on the type and location of the wart, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Some common treatment options for warts include:Salicylic ac...
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
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: University of Pennsylvania Health System
- Internship: University of Chicago
- Other Training: Columbia University
- Other Training: Columbia University
- Other Training: Pennsylvania State University
- Medical School: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
