Medical Expertise of Dr. Matthew Smetanick, DO
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Matthew Smetanick, DO
Dr. Matthew Smetanick grew up in Maryland and received his undergraduate degree in chemistry at the University of Richmond in Virginia. He then worked as a purification chemist at a biotech company in Maryland before attending medical school at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pennsylvania. He completed his internship training in Cleveland, Ohio at UHHS Richmond Heights Hospital and was also active in scarring hair loss research at Case Western Reserve University. He then pursued his residency training in dermatology at PCOM/Frankford Hospitals in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Smetanick is a board-certified dermatologist who focuses on medical dermatology including conditions such as acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, warts, moles, hair and nail disorders, skin infections, excessive sweating, and blistering disorders. He also has experience in the medical and surgical treatment of skin cancers.
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 I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
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 ...
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 ...
Rosacea Medication Savings
Click on the image to access medication savings In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. Offers may be time-limit...
Click on the image to access medication savings In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. Offers may be time-limit...
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...