Dr. Ranella Hirsch, MD
Cosmetic Dermatology
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About Dr. Ranella Hirsch, MD
Dr. Ranella Hirsch, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Cambridge, MA area.
Dr. Hirsch often lectures to physicians in the fields of laser surgery and cosmetic dermatology, and is currently involved in a number of clinical studies of novel laser technologies and skin care. She is the author of many scientific articles, abstracts, and textbook chapters and serves on the editorial boards of several leading dermatology journals including Dermatology Times, Cosmetic Dermatology, Skin and Aging, and Cutis
She is also a principal investigator for a number of prominent laser companies.
Dr. Hirsch completed a three year term of service as the Scope of Practice Committee Chair for the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and was an honored recipient of the 2007 President’s Award for her work on patient safety.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
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Education & Training
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Ranella Hirsch
With new cosmetic developments occurring at such a fast pace, Dr. Hirsch urges all patients to make certain that they work with an experienced, board-certified dermatologist to ensure proper safety with treatment. Never be afraid to ask your physician about their training and qualifications, or what their experience is with a particular procedure or device. Since any type of procedure can carry potential side effects, it is crucial to entrust your face and body only to qualified, experienced hands.
Laser & Light Treatments
With laser and light technology development happening at such a fast pace, Dr. Hirsch urges all patients to make certain that they work with a board-certified dermatologist experienced in laser therapy to ensure proper safety with treatment. Never be afraid to ask your physician about their training and qualifications, or what their experience is with a particular procedure or device. Since any type of procedure can carry potential side effects, it is crucial to entrust your face and body only to qualified, experienced hands.
Clinical Research
We are currently recruiting volunteers for the following clinical studies. Please call our offices to see if you are an appropriate candidate. Priority is offered to existing patients of the practice.