Medical Expertise of Dr. Rachel Ivker, MD
About Dr. Rachel Ivker, MD
Dr. Rachel Ivker, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patient in Western Massachusetts, Northern Connecticut and Southern Vermont at New England Dermatology and Laser Center.
Dr. Ivker also serves as Senior Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at Tufts University School of Medicine and Adjunct Clinical Instructor in the Department of Dermatology at the North Carolina School of Medicine.
Dr. Ivker is a member of several esteemed national and local professional organizations including the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), Hampden County Medical Society, Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology, Massachusetts Medical Society, and New England Dermatology Society.
Dr. Rachel Ivker is the recipient of multiple honors and awards, including a Women's Medical Association Citation in 1991,
National Psoriasis Foundation Student Research Fellowship, and the American Dermatological Association Medical Student Fellowship.
Conditions Treated
Patient Education Resources
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Education & Training
- Bachelor of Arts in English Literature: Amherst College, 1987
- Medical Degree: New York University School of Medicine
- Internal Medicine Internship: University of Connecticut Health Center
- Dermatology Residency: University of North Carolina Hospitals
Professional Affiliations
New England Dermatology & Laser Center
Welcome to New England Dermatology and Laser Center. As one of the most respected dermatology practices in New England, we are dedicated to providing high quality, state-of-the art, comprehensive dermatologic care to our patients. We have a long history of patient-centered care, beginning with Dr. Setrag A. Zacarian at Dermatology Associates in 1954, merging with Valley Dermatology and Joseph Corcoran, MD, in 1994 to become New England Dermatology, PC, DBA New England Dermatology & Laser Center. Specializing in skin, hair and nails for adults and children, we continue to grow to meet the needs of our patients in Western Mass and Northern Connecticut. In addition to general dermatology, our services include Mohs surgery, cosmetic dermatology and laser surgery, esthetics and dermatopathology. We invite you to visit our Meet the Team page to learn more about us. We very much appreciate your selection of our office for your dermatology care.