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.
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...
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...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
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
