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
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
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...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
The length of time it takes to remove a tattoo depends on several factors, including the size, location, and color of the tattoo, as well as the individual's skin type and overall health.The most ...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
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.