Medical Expertise of Dr. Richard Eisen, MD
About Dr. Richard Eisen, MD
Richard F. Eisen, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon providing care to patients at the South Shore Skin Center where he is the founding physician and Director.
Dr. Richard Eisen specializes in general, surgical, cosmetic dermatology and Mohs micrographic surgery.
Dr. Eisen had published medical articles on various topics, has participated in several clinical research studies and has been invited to speak at national and regional medical meetings on topics including, skin cancer, melanoma, photodynamic therapy, lasers in dermatology, surgical techniques, and anti-aging treatments using injectable fillers and Botox.
He is currently on staff at South Shore Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth.
Professional Organizations
- American Academy of Dermatology, Fellow (FAAD)
- American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS)
- American Society for Mohs Surgery
- American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery.
- Children’s Melanoma Prevention Foundation, Medical Director
Patient Education Resources
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Education & Training
South Shore Skin Center
South Shore Skin Center is a medical, surgical, dermatopathologic and cosmetic dermatology practice whose mission is to provide expert, compassionate care to all children and adults who seek consultation and/or treatment of skin disorders, or who wish to take advantage of the latest advances in dermatologic cosmetic treatment to improve their skin’s health.