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 do I find out if I have skin cancer?
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
How much does laser tattoo removal cost?
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
The cost of laser tattoo removal can vary depending on several factors such as the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the number of treatments required to remove it. The cost can also...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
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...
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...
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.