Dr. Ranella Hirsch, MD


Physician
Dermatology

Specialty

Cosmetic Dermatology

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Dr. Ranella Hirsch
777 Concord Avenue Suite 206
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138
For an appointment, call (617) 868-8685
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Medical Expertise of Dr. Ranella Hirsch, MD

Dr. Hirsch specializes in cosmetic dermatology with particular expertise in the use of lasers. She is the author of several articles and book chapters on the subject of injectable neurotoxins and other dermal fillers.

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.

Patient Education Resources

Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
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Does Coolsculpting® really work?
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Eczema Medication Savings & Support Programs
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How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
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What is atopic dermatitis?
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Education & Training

Dr. Ranella Hirsch received her medical degree from the State University of New York School of Medicine. She completed an internship in internal medicine at the Yale University School of Medicine, residency training in dermatology at the State University of New York, and advanced laser and cosmetic dermatology training at the Massachusetts General Hospital of Harvard Medical School. She is currently on faculty at the Boston University School of Medicine.

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Dr. Ranella Hirsch

Cosmetic Dermatology

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.