Dr. Yasmin Amir, MD
Cosmetic Dermatology,
General Dermatology
Medical Expertise of Dr. Yasmin Amir, MD
Dr. Amir's interests in dermatology include general medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and skin cancer detection and prevention.
About Dr. Yasmin Amir, MD
Dr. Amir is a board-certified dermatologist who practices general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology.
Patient Education Resources
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...
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 ...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
Treatment for skin cancer will depend on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the location and size of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. The main treatment options for skin canc...
Education & Training
Dr. Amir was born in Philadelphia and grew up in Linwood, New Jersey. Dr. Amir attended Barnard College of Columbia University in New York City, where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a degree in neuroscience and behavior. She then remained in New York to attend medical school at Mount Sinai Hospital.
During medical school, Dr. Amir participated in a dedicated year of dermatology research, where she helped run clinical trials for new medications for psoriasis and atopic dermatitis and authored several publications. After medical school, she completed her dermatology residency training at Mount Sinai, and was chief resident in her final year.
Professional Affiliations
Ringpfeil Advanced Dermatology
Welcome to Ringpfeil Advanced Dermatology
We are here to provide you with the best dermatology and cosmetic surgery service available. Our goal is to WOW you with every aspect of your skin care.
We will treat you as if you were part of our own family. We take the time to listen to you, to inform you about your options, and to make sure you truly get the best results possible.
Our experience, long appointment time, state of the art facility and breadth of laser technologies enable you to benefit from a level of service that is unparalleled in the Philadelphia and Mainline area.