Dr. Stephen Pelton, MD
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Dermatology
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About Dr. Stephen Pelton, MD
Stephen Pelton, MD, is a Board-Certified Dermatologist providing medical care to patients in the Rochester, NY area at Barrington-Park Dermatological Associates, P.C.
Dr. Pelton specializes in the diagnoses and treatment of a wide variety of skin conditions including acne (acne vulgaris), acne rosacea, psoriasis, skin cancer, and melanoma.
Dr. Pelton received his undergraduate degree from Houghton College and his medical degree from Cornell University College of Medicine. He went on to complete an internship in internal medicine at the University of Virginia and completed his residency in dermatology at Boston University.
Dr. Pelton specializes in the diagnoses and treatment of a wide variety of skin conditions including acne (acne vulgaris), acne rosacea, psoriasis, skin cancer, and melanoma.
Dr. Pelton received his undergraduate degree from Houghton College and his medical degree from Cornell University College of Medicine. He went on to complete an internship in internal medicine at the University of Virginia and completed his residency in dermatology at Boston University.
Patient Education Resources
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 do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
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...
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...
What is atopic dermatitis?
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin. The condition is characterized by symptoms such as:Dry, itchy skin: The skin ...
What is the treatment for nail fungus?
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
Treatment for nail fungus (onychomycosis) can be challenging, as the fungus can be difficult to eliminate and may recur. Treatment options include:Topical antifungal medication: Over-the-counter antif...
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...
Education & Training
- Residency: Boston University Medical Center
- Internship: University of Virginia
- Medical School: Weill Cornell Medical College of Cornell University