About Dr. Marsha Gordon, MD
Clinical Interests
General Dermatology, Collagen Injections, Botox
Awards2009 Best Doctors, New York Magazine
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS:
1988 - 1996
Assistant Professor of Dermatology Mount Sinai School of Medicine
New York, NY
1993 - 1996
Assistant Attending of Dermatology Beth Israel Medical Center
New York, NY
1996 - 2006
Clinical Associate Professor Mount Sinai School of Medicine
New York, NY
2006 – present
Clinical Professor Mount Sinai School of Medicine
New York, NY
HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTS:
1989 - Present
Chief Consultant and Director, Consult Service
Department of Dermatology
Mount Sinai Hospital
03.18-28.95
Acting Chairman, Department of Dermatology
09.13.97
The Mount Sinai Medical Center
1996 - Present
Vice Chairperson, Department of Dermatology
1998 – 2002=
Clinical Director, Department of Dermatology
The Mount Sinai Medical Center
1998 - 2002
Director, Dermatology Residency Program
The Mount Sinai Medical Center
2002-2006
Co-director, Dermatology Residency Program
The Mount Sinai Medical Center
EDUCATION:
1980
B.A. Rutgers University, valedictorian
- Dean’s list 1976 - 1980
- Johnson and Johnson
- Biology Award Merit Scholarship 1979 - 1980
1984
M.D. University of Pennsylvania
POSTDOCTORAL TRAINING:
1984 - 1985
Internship in Internal Medicine
Cooper Hospital/University Medical Center
Camden, NJ
1985 - 1988
Residency in Dermatology
The Mount Sinai Medical Center
New York, NY
1987 - 1988
Chief Resident - Dermatology
The Mount Sinai Medical Center
New York, NY
Primary Mentors
Mark G. Lebwohl, M.D.
Raul Fleischmajer, M.D.
CERTIFICATION:
1985
National Board of Medical Examiners
1988
The American Board of Dermatology
LICENSURE:
1985
New York State #163800
HONORS/AWARDS/PATENTS:
Teacher of the Year Award 1997- 1998
Department of Dermatology
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Teacher of the Year Award 2000 - 2001
Department of Dermatology
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
OTHER PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS
1988 - Present
Executive Committee,
Department of Dermatology,
1989 - Present
Dermatology Residency Selection Committee
1989 - 1995
Faculty Practice Assembly
1989 - 1995
Faculty Practice Assembly Space Committee
1991 - Present
Chairperson,
Dermatology Quality Assurance Committee
Ambulatory Care Quality Assurance/CPI Committee (from 1992)
1991, 1992
Art Acquisition Committee
1991 - 1997
Association of Attending Staff
1999 - 2003
Melanoma/Skin Cancer Committee
American Academy of Dermatology
2002-2004
Department Representative – FPA Advisory Council
Patient Education Resources
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
How can a dermatologist make me appear more youthful?
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
What are the best sunscreens?
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...
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...
What can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
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 ...
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 ...
What is the treatment for severe atopic dermatitis?
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...