Dr. Marissa Milchak , MD
Dermatologic Surgery,
General Dermatology
Medical Expertise of Dr. Marissa Milchak , MD
Dr. Milchak specializes in complex medical dermatology, dermatologic conditions in skin of color, and surgical/cosmetic dermatology.
About Dr. Marissa Milchak , MD
Dr. Milchak is a board-certified dermatologist who practices general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.
Outside of dermatology, Dr. Milchak enjoys being outdoors, traveling, and spending time with her family and fiancé. Her favorite hobby is running- she proudly completed the Richmond Marathon and hopes to train for another. Dr. Milchak is excited to serve patients in her home state of Pennsylvania.
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...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
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...
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...
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
Dr. Milchak completed her dermatology residency at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA., where she served as chief resident in her final year.
Throughout her academic career, Dr. Milchak has authored multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals and has presented at regional/national meetings. Volunteerism has always been important to Dr. Milchak, as evidenced by her involvement in the American Academy of Dermatology’s Camp Discovery.
Dr. Milchak grew up outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She completed her undergraduate studies at Washington & Jefferson College where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in chemistry and minor in mathematics. She then attended medical school at Penn State College of Medicine, where she was elected into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Society and was awarded the Ruth S. Wolfe Memorial Scholarship.
Professional Affiliations
Ringpfeil Advanced Dermatology
Welcome to Ringpfeil Advanced Dermatology
We are here to provide you with the best dermatology and cosmetic surgery service available. Our goal is to WOW you with every aspect of your skin care.
We will treat you as if you were part of our own family. We take the time to listen to you, to inform you about your options, and to make sure you truly get the best results possible.
Our experience, long appointment time, state of the art facility and breadth of laser technologies enable you to benefit from a level of service that is unparalleled in the Philadelphia and Mainline area.