About Dr. Whitney Tan, MD
Whitney Tan, M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist dedicated to providing comprehensive and individualized dermatologic care for her patients. Her interests lie in acne, photo rejuvenation, skin cancer prevention/screening, and cosmetic dermatology.
Dr. Tan has numerous publications in peer-reviewed dermatology journals and textbooks. She is active in teaching clinical dermatology to residents at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center and the affiliated Bronx Veterans Hospital.
Patient Education Resources
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
Click on the product image below to access medication savings or patient support programs from the manufacturer. In some cases, a form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the med...
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 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...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Education & Training
Dr. Tan attended Cornell University in Ithaca, New York for her undergraduate training and earned her medical degree from the University of Miami, where she was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha society. She returned to New York to complete her postgraduate training in Dermatology at Columbia University, where she also served as chief resident.
Professional Affiliations
Tribeca Park Dermatology