Medical Expertise of Dr. Sapna Westley
Diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis and skin cancer.
About Dr. Sapna Westley
Dr. Sapna M. Westley is a board-certified dermatologist. She specializes in medical dermatology and dermatologic surgery, including state-of-the-art cosmetic surgical procedures. She operates a successful private practice in Manhattan with a special interest in skincare and cosmeceuticals. She has been in private practice since 2003 and is a sought-after expert in both medical and cosmetic dermatology.
Dr. Westley completed an internship in internal medicine at New York University Medical Center and went on to complete a dermatology residency at New York Medical College, where she served as Chief Resident. She served as a clinical instructor in dermatology at St. Vincents Hospital and Medical Center in Manhattan from 2003-2010. She currently serves as an attending physician in dermatology at New York Downtown Hospital.
She has served as the National Consulting Dermatologist for major skincare brands such as Jergens, Biore, and Curel helping with product development and launches. As a key opinion leader in dermatology, she has participated in clinical trials and is frequently sought after for her opinions and expertise in medical and cosmetic product development. She has made frequent appearances on radio and television and has been featured in multiple health and beauty magazines. She has been named a Top Doctor by New Beauty Magazine.
She has been listed in the Castle Connolly Guide of America's best cosmetic dermatologists. She served on the editorial board of Cutis magazine and has authored research papers in medical dermatology and skincare. She has lectured at national dermatology conferences as well as to physicians, residents and medical students in New York.
Dr. Westley completed an internship in internal medicine at New York University Medical Center and went on to complete a dermatology residency at New York Medical College, where she served as Chief Resident. She served as a clinical instructor in dermatology at St. Vincents Hospital and Medical Center in Manhattan from 2003-2010. She currently serves as an attending physician in dermatology at New York Downtown Hospital.
She has served as the National Consulting Dermatologist for major skincare brands such as Jergens, Biore, and Curel helping with product development and launches. As a key opinion leader in dermatology, she has participated in clinical trials and is frequently sought after for her opinions and expertise in medical and cosmetic product development. She has made frequent appearances on radio and television and has been featured in multiple health and beauty magazines. She has been named a Top Doctor by New Beauty Magazine.
She has been listed in the Castle Connolly Guide of America's best cosmetic dermatologists. She served on the editorial board of Cutis magazine and has authored research papers in medical dermatology and skincare. She has lectured at national dermatology conferences as well as to physicians, residents and medical students in New York.
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Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
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 ...
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 ...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
What is the best brand of botulinum toxin to improve my appearance?
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
What medications are used to treat acne?
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...
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...