
Melissa Zapinski, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Dermatology
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About Melissa Zapinski, FNP-C
Melissa is board certified from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) after passing the Family Nurse Practitioner board exam in 2015. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner at the University of Detroit Mercy where she received the Award for Academic Excellence. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Oakland University graduating with honors. Prior to joining Stutz Dermatology, Melissa worked as a registered nurse at Henry Ford Macomb and Crittenton hospitals. She has been a practicing nurse since 2011.
Patient Education Resources
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
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 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...
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...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
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 ...
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 ...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
What is the best brand of botulinum toxin to improve my appearance?
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
Stutz Dermatology

As a patient at Stutz Dermatology you may meet residents and medical students from Wayne State University’s medical school, Beaumont Hospital’s family practice residency program and Crittenton Hospital. The medical students and residents come to our office to learn about dermatology from Dr. Stutz.
The staff at Stutz Dermatology is equipped to provide you with a variety of services. We have medical assistants on staff to recommend a skin care regimen and products, a medical reimbursement specialist to help with insurance issues and attentive office staff to make sure you receive quality care from the moment you enter our office. On behalf of the entire staff at Stutz Dermatology, welcome to our office!