Medical Expertise of Dr. Marvin Tankel, MD
Dr. Tankel specializes in medical dermatology - diagnosing and treating a variety of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and skin cancer.
About Dr. Marvin Tankel, MD
Dr. Marvin Tankel, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Brooklyn, NY area at Atlantic Dermatologic Associates, LLP.
Dr. Tankel also serves as clinical assistant professor of dermatology at the SUNY Health Sciences Center. Dr. Tankel's work has been published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Tankel is a member of multiple esteemed medical professional organization, including the New York State Medical Society, Nassau County Medical Society, the American Society for Liposuction Surgery, New York State Dermatologic Society, Brooklyn Dermatologic Society, New York State Society of Cosmetic Surgery.
He previously served as President and Decretary for the Brooklyn Dermatologic Society.
Dr. Tankel also serves as clinical assistant professor of dermatology at the SUNY Health Sciences Center. Dr. Tankel's work has been published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Tankel is a member of multiple esteemed medical professional organization, including the New York State Medical Society, Nassau County Medical Society, the American Society for Liposuction Surgery, New York State Dermatologic Society, Brooklyn Dermatologic Society, New York State Society of Cosmetic Surgery.
He previously served as President and Decretary for the Brooklyn Dermatologic Society.
Patient Education Resources
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...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
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 ...
What is the treatment for skin cancer?
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
What medications are used to treat acne?
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...
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. Tankel received his medical degree from New York Medical College after graduating Magna Cum Laude with honors in Biology from Brandeis University. He is also a graduate of the Bronx High School of Science. After serving his medical internship and residency at North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset, NY, He went on to become chief resident in dermatology at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center.
Professional Affiliations
Atlantic Dermatologic Associates

We're proud of our ability to provide almost every facet of dermatologic care within one practice. It helps us control the quality and consistency of care, it enables surer and swifter communication among your care providers, and it provides a single source of responsibility for your treatment. This all adds up to a better medical experience for you.
When you deal with an Atlantic Dermatologic doctor, you deal directly with that doctor. Communications with patients are not delegated to others and access to your doctor is a right, not a privilege. It's yet another way Atlantic Dermatologic puts patients first.
When you deal with an Atlantic Dermatologic doctor, you deal directly with that doctor. Communications with patients are not delegated to others and access to your doctor is a right, not a privilege. It's yet another way Atlantic Dermatologic puts patients first.