Dr. Seth Forman, MD
Dermatopathology
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About Dr. Seth Forman, MD
Dr. Seth B. Forman, MD is a board-certified Tampa dermatologist providing care to patients at ForCare Medical Group.
Dr. Seth Forman has researched, studied and written peer-reviewed articles about various dermatological issues including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, merkel cell carcinoma, vascular tumors, and inflammatory conditions such as eczema. Dr. Forman is also the primary author of two chapters in Comprehensive Dermatologic Drug Therapy, the leading reference textbook for dermatological therapeutics.
Dr. Forman is the winner of the AAMC/Pfizer Caring for Community Grant, American Cancer Society Community Service Grant and Mellette Cancer Scholarship.
A much sought-after speaker, Dr. Forman is a Regional Board Member for the American Cancer Society, Board Chair of Hillel Academy and has served as Board Member of The Liaison Committee for Medical Education (LCME), The Medical College of Virginia.
Tips & Wisdom
With new reports that Hugh Jackman has been diagnosed and treated for skin cancer, Tampa dermatologist Dr. Seth Forman is stressing the importance of protecting your skin. The news marks the third time the actor, who suffers from the most common type of skin cancer, basal cell carcinoma, has been treated in the past year. The Tampa dermatologist says that using sunscreen is the first step in protecting your skin from the sun. “Sun damage is cumulative,” s...
Many dermatologists see an increase in patient appointments during December for cosmetic procedures, including Botox and dermal fillers (Restylane, Juvederm), to enhance their appearance for the holiday. Tampa dermatologist Dr. Seth Forman advises patients to schedule their appointments early for these procedures because it can take days to fully recover and see the full benefits of treatment. Botox is used to treat frown lines and wrinkles. The medication (botulinum toxin) is injected int...
Patient Education Resources
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Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
The best treatment for warts will depend on the type and location of the wart, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Some common treatment options for warts include:Salicylic ac...
Ocular rosacea is a subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, and it can cause symptoms such as redness, itching, burning, and a gritty sensation in the eyes. Treatment for ocular rosacea typically in...
Education & Training
Dr. Forman served as Chief Resident during his final year of training. Following that, he completed an advanced fellowship in dermatopathology at the Geisinger Medical Center. Additional fellowships include the Radiation Oncology Summer Fellow at The Medical College of Virginia and the Microsoft Interactive Fellow at the University of Southern California.
Professional Affiliations
ForCare Medical Center - Dermatology
Dr. Forman and Dr. Hicks trained together at Geisinger Medical Center years ago, and are proud to be working together again.