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
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
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...
Facial rejuvenation refers to a variety of cosmetic treatments that are designed to improve the appearance of the face and make it look more youthful. These treatments can include a combination of non...
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