Dr. John Zitelli, MD
Mohs Surgery
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About Dr. John Zitelli, MD
Dr. John Zitelli, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon providing care to patients in the Pittsburgh area at Zitelli & Brodland, Skin Cancer Center.
Dr. Zitelli previously served on the Medical School faculty at the University of Pittsburgh as Associate Professor of Dermatology and Interim Chairman of the Department. He remains Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology and Otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh medical Center.
Dr. Zitelli has authored over 100 articles and chapters on skin cancer surgery and reconstruction. He is recognized as a leader in his field.
He has held leadership positions in most of the local, state, and national dermatology organizations and served as president of the Pennsylvania Academy of Dermatology and the American College of Mohs Surgery.
Some of his honors include the Distinguished Service Award of the American College of Mohs Surgery, The Stegman Award of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, membership in the American Dermatologic Association, and the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Procedures & Services
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Education & Training
In 1980 he completed his fellowship training in Mohs Micrographic Surgery under the direction of Dr. Frederic Mohs at the University of Wisconsin. He is board certified both in Dermatology and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Professional Affiliations
Zitelli & Brodland, PC
- World leaders and innovators in skin cancer surgery and reconstruction
- Mohs surgery training center with teaching programs for plastic surgery and Ear, Nose & Throat specialties
- Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), and the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care