Medical Expertise of Dr. Sherry Li, MD
About Dr. Sherry Li, MD
Dr. Sherry Li received both MD and PhD degrees from the renowned Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, one of the top-10 medical schools in the country. She graduated with high honors and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
Dr. Li finished her medical internship training at Stanford Hospital in 1999 and completed her residency in Dermatology at UCLA medical center in 2002. During her residency, she was awarded the Outstanding Dermatology Resident Award and the prestigious Dermatology Foundation Research Fellowship Award in recognition of her contribution to dermatological research. Dr. Li is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is a fellow of American Academy of Dermatology for years. Her clinical interests are in general dermatology, pediatric dermatology, skin cancer, cosmetic dermatology and laser surgery.
With years of experience in clinical practice, Dr. Li excels in the diagnosis and treatment of dermatologic diseases of all age groups: including acne, rosacea, psoriasis and various dermatitis diseases. She also offers extensive patch test for contact dermatitis diagnosis. Dr. Li provides skin cancer and pigmented lesion screening, removal of benign and malignant growths, evaluation of hair loss and nail disorders, with the most advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. Her expertise also includes facial and hand rejuvenation with chemical peels, cosmetic laser surgery, photodynamic therapy, Botox injection and soft tissue augmentation with Restylane, Juvederm and Radiesse.
Currently, Dr. Li is affiliated with NYU medical center Department of Dermatology and North Shore University Hospital, and she teaches NYU dermatology residents regularly. With her excellent skills in the field, Dr. Li has been elected as America's Top Dermatologists for multiple years by the Consumers’ Research Council of America.
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Patient Education Resources
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