Medical Expertise of Dr. Melissa Lazarus, MD
About Dr. Melissa Lazarus, MD
Dr. Melissa Lazarus is a dermatologist providing medical care to patients in the Bay Habor Islands, Florida area. Melissa Lazarus, M.D. received her undergraduate degree from the University of Miami, where she was accepted into the prestigious “Medical Scholars Program”, from which she graduated cum laude. She then received her medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine. Dr. Lazarus received her Dermatology specialty training at the Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the University of Miami.
Dr. Lazarus is board certified and specializes in both general and cosmetic dermatology, pediatric dermatology, and dermatologic surgery. Make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Lazarus by contacting Melissa Lazarus Dermatology in Bay Harbor Islands.
Patient Education Resources
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
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...
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...
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
- Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital - Jackson Health System
- Internship: Jackson Memorial Hospital - Jackson Health System
- Medical School: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
