Eric Schweiger, M.D.
Dr. Eric Schweiger, a board-certified dermatologist practicing in
New York City, is a leading expert in cosmetic dermatology and the
treatment of acne and acne scars. Dr. Schweiger received his medical
and specialized training in dermatology at Albert Einstein College of
Medicine in New York City and University of Kansas in Kansas City. Dr.
Schweiger is a clinical laser trainer and has published many clinical
studies, including a study on the treatment of acne scars utilizing
the fractional CO2 laser in a unique and targeted way. Dr. Schweiger
often appears in the national media, lending his expertise to national
broadcast shows and print publications, including Allure, The New York
Times, Harper’s Bazaar, Fox News, Good Morning America and CBS. Dr.
Schweiger is the founding dermatologist of Clear Clinic Acne Treatment
Center, with multiple locations throughout New York.
Rebecca Kleinerman, M.D.
Dr. Kleinerman, a born and raised New Yorker, is thrilled to be
working as a board-certified dermatologist in her hometown of
Manhattan. Her educational background includes The Dalton School,
Princeton University and New York University School of Medicine.
Dr. Kleinerman’s residency training in dermatology was completed at
the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Her accolades include advanced
training in Mohs surgery at the University of California at Davis. Dr.
Kleinerman is our skincare expert at Schweiger Dermatology and can
often be found in her on-site Mohs laboratory.
Michael Wolfeld, M.D.
Dr. Wolfeld is a plastic surgeon practicing at Schweiger Dermatology
in New York. Dr. Wolfeld specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery,
concentrating on the face, abdomen and breasts. Dr. Wolfeld received
his medical degree at S.U.N.Y. Downstate Medical School. Dr. Wolfeld
went on to complete his training in plastic and reconstructive surgery
at Lenox Hill Hospital and the esteemed Manhattan Eye, Ear and
Throat Hospital, both in New York City. Dr. Wolfeld is at the forefront
of the most cutting edge techniques in cosmetic surgery. His years of
experience combined with his compassion and concern for his patients
are what make Dr. Wolfeld a beloved plastic surgeon to his many
patients.
Jeremy S. Fenton, M.D.
Dr. Fenton is an exciting addition to the Schweiger Dermatology team.
Dr. Fenton has received his impressive training at some of the most
prestigious schools and programs in the country. Dr. Fenton completed
his medical training at the New York University School of Medicine,
where he received the Marion B. Sulzberger Award for excellence in
dermatology. Dr. Fenton went on to do his internal medicine training at
Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Dr. Fenton served as chief resident
at Vanderbilt University, where he did his dermatology residency. Dr.
Fenton is skilled at both medical and cosmetic dermatology treatments.
Scott Hammerman, M.D.
Dr. Hammerman, a board-certified dermatologist, recently joined the
team at Schweiger Dermatology to bring his expertise in the field of
both medical and cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Hammerman completed
his medical training at Chicago Medical School and his dermatology
residency at Boston University School of Medicine. During his residency,
Dr. Hammerman was named chief resident. Dr. Hammerman specializes
in wound healing and psoriasis, areas that he has spent a considerable
amount of time researching.
Francis Iacobellis, M.D.
Dr. Iacobellis has thirty-six years of
experience in private practice in New York City, where he treats a wide
range of skin disorders from psoriasis, acne, and skin cancer to all
aspects of skin aging. He was one of the first Doctors to use filling
materials for wrinkles, appearing on the Phil Donahue show in 1989 and
giving a live demonstration in front of 10 million viewers. Dr.
Iacobellis lectures nationally and internationally on lasers, cosmetics,
psoriasis, rosacea and eczema. As a Clinical Professor of Dermatology
at New York Presbyterian Hospital, he has educated many dermatology
residents, as well as a number of physicians while serving in the Navy
at Bethesda Naval Hospital. He uses these same skills as a
dermatologist, making sure that each patient is treated equally, and
comes away with a proper understanding of his or her problem. Dr.
Iacobellis is a graduate of Holy Cross College, Columbia College of
Physicians and Surgeons, and Cornell Medical Center. He has two
children, Colette and Christian, and two grandchildren, Charlotte and
Curran. He is a private pilot with an instrument rating, and also flies
radio-controlled model airplanes in aerobatic competition. His favorite
New York City experience, spending a day at the Metropolitan Museum.
Sandra Kopp, M.D.is in private practice and is a
clinical instructor of dermatology at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York
City. She earned her B.S. in Biochemistry and M.S. in Pharmaceutical
Chemistry at Lehigh University. Dr. Kopp is a member of the Society of
Pediatric Dermatology, a member of the International Society of
Dermatology and a consulting dermatologist for the New York Rangers. She
attended the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-Robert
Wood Johnson Medical School where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega
Alpha Honors Society. After completing her internship at St. Vincent’s
Catholic Medical Center in Manhattan she completed her dermatology
residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey –
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Camden, NJ.Dr. Kopp practices medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology and
has a unique interest in global health, specifically international
dermatology and telemedicine. She has worked in Europe, Central and
South America, as well as Africa. During her second year of residency
she was one of twelve US dermatology residents to receive the American
Academy of Dermatology International Resident’s Grant to practice
dermatology through the Botswana-UPENN Partnership.
Stephen Seibt, M.D.has been practicing dermatology
for 33 years, with a focus on general and procedural dermatology. After
receiving his medical degree from the University of Minnesota, he
completed his dermatology residency at the U.S. Public Health Service.
Dr. Seibt served as an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at
Colombia Presbyterian from 1981-2013. He is a senior attending at St.
Luke’s Roosevelt hospital in New York.
Dr. Seibt sticks to the philosophy of keeping a simple skincare
routine. He works with patients to find the right products and
treatments that work for them. Dr. Seibt proudly served in the U.S.
Coast Guard service.
Darrell S. Rigel, M.D.is a board certified
dermatologist in New York City. Dr. Rigel practices both medical and
cosmetic dermatology, with a focus on Melanoma and other skin cancers
and aging skin. Dr. Rigel has extensively studied risk factors as well
as prognosis for melanoma and other skin cancers. Dr. Rigel has
published over 200 articles in professional dermatology journals and is
the lead editor of the major textbook in the field, Cancer of the Skin.In addition to treating patients, Dr. Rigel serves as a Clinical
Professor of Dermatology at New York University Langone Medical Center.
Dr. Rigel received a BS as well as an MBA from MIT and then received his
medical degree from George Washington University. He was a National
Institutes of Health Training Fellow. He completed his internship in
internal medicine at Cornell University Medical Center and his
dermatology training at NYU, where he was named chief resident. He also
completed a Dermatology Surgery Fellowship at NYU.
Dr. Rigel often lends his expertise to the public, appearing at over
800 medical and governmental policy conferences around the world. He has
also appeared before congress to testify about the effects of ozone
depletion on the skin. Dr. Rigel has also received numerous awards and
honors including the American Cancer Society’s National Honor Citation
for Skin Cancer Programs and Presidential Citations from the American
Academy of Dermatology and American Society for Dermatologic Surgery for
public education programs in skin cancer.
Dr. Rigel regularly appears on national television as well as is
often quoted in many newspapers and magazines and is Consultant
Dermatologist for the New York Yankees. He also has served as a past
president of the American Academy of Dermatology and served for 9 years
as a Director of the American Board of Dermatology. In addition, he has
been president of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and
American Dermatological Association.
Dr. Rachel Nazarianjoins Schweiger Dermatology
after years of practicing various aspects of dermatology, including
cosmetic treatments, skin cancer, general dermatology and dermatologic
surgery. Dr. Nazarian has written many published articles in medical
journals as well as widely respected dermatology textbooks, such as
Treatment of Skin Disease.
Dr. Nazarian serves as a faculty member at Mount Sinai Medical
Center’s Department of Dermatology, where she completed her dermatology
residency. While completing her medical degree at Tulane University
School of Medicine, Dr. Nazarian was awarded a grant from the Women’s
Dermatology Society. Dr. Nazarian is a board certified dermatologist and
Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Samer Jaberis a leading board certified
medical and cosmetic dermatologist in New York City. His passionate and
personalized approach to treating patients of all ages and skin types
has earned him the praise of his patients as well as national
recognition in his field.
Dr. Jaber treats all dermatologic conditions but has particular
expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of acne and skin cancer. In his
cosmetic practice, Dr. Jaber strives to ensure his patients look as
beautiful and youthful on the outside as they feel.
Dr. Jaber is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the
Mount Sinai School of Medicine, where he teaches medical students and
dermatology residents, and was recognized as Teacher of the Year in 2012
and Mentor of the Year in 2013.
Dr. Jaber received his Bachelor of Science degree with Honors from
the University of Florida where he received multiple awards for his
leadership and academic excellence. He attended medical school at
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, and during medical school he
was selected to complete the prestigious Clinical Research Training
Program research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health. At the
NIH he studied T-cell immunology and skin reactions in melanoma
patients treated with a novel anti-cancer immune agent. He subsequently
completed an internship in Internal Medicine at St. Vincent’s Hospital
Manhattan and his Dermatology residency at the University of Rochester,
where he was selected as chief resident.
Dr. Jaber is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology,
and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American
Society for Dermatologic Surgery. He has published numerous peer
reviewed articles and book chapters and has presented at several
national meetings.
Laura Palmisano, PA-C
Laura Palmisano, a licensed physician assistant, is extremely passionate about skincare. Laura is board-certified through the NCCPA. Laura is a graduate of Sacred Heart University and completed her physician assistant degree from the prestigious PA program at Lenox Hill Hospital/Pace University. As a member of the New York Society of Dermatology PAs, American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, Laura is very involved in the field of dermatology. Her expertise in Botox, Juvederm and Latisse has been noticed by parent company Allergen, who chose her to be a trainer and speaker on behalf of their company. Laura’s work has been published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology and Clinics in Dermatology’s Cosmetic Dermatology of the Aging Face.
Diana Palmisano, PA-C
Diana Palmisano, a licensed and certified Physician Assistant is a passionate and talented cosmetic dermatology provider. Our patients loving refer to Diana and her twin sister Laura Palmisano as the “Derm Duo.” With an esteemed background, which includes a B.S. in science and biology and pre-medicine at Sacred Heart University as well as a physician assistant degree from Lenox Hill Hospital/Pace University, Diana excels at cosmetic and medical dermatology, focusing on injectables and laser rejuvenating therapy.
Julie Zuckerman, PA-C
Julie Zuckerman is one of the star PAs at Schweiger Dermatology in New York. Julie received her physician assistant degree from the prestigious program at Weill Cornell Medical College with a special focus on dermatology. Julie finished her physician assistant training at top New York hospitals Memorial Sloan Kettering and New York Presbyterian Hospital. Julie is a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, the Academy of Physician Assistants and the New York Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. Julie has earned a loyal following of patients who count on Julie for laser therapies, dermal filler injections, Botox and medical
dermatology conditions.
Grace Nguyen, PA-C
Grace Nguyen brings a ray of sunshine to Schweiger Dermatology. The Florida native has had over 12 years of experience in the fields of cosmetic surgery and dermatology. Grace received her dual Bachelor of Science degree in human nutrition and food science from the University of Florida and her P.A. degree from Nova Southeastern University. She is board certified through the National Commission of Certified Physician Assistants. Grace’s holistic approach to dermatology and her advanced techniques in cosmetic procedures, including Botox, dermal fillers, Dysport and lasers, are sought out by many New Yorkers.
Emily Isenberg, PA-C
Emily Isenberg, a skilled licensed physician assistant, has been in the field of dermatology for over six years. Emily received her Bachelor of Science in biology from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. Emily did her physician assistant training at Barry University in Miami. Emily is a member of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. Emily trains physician and physician extenders on injectables throughout New York.
Christina Marineau, PA-C
After receiving a bachelor’s degree in business from Fordham University, Christina Martineau realized she would rather spend her time healing and helping other people. It was then she decided to continue her studies and received her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from Philadelphia University. During her clinical training, Christina worked in internal medicine, pediatrics and general
surgery in major hospitals throughout the metropolitan Philadelphia area. Christina is passionate about treating her patients and specializes in acne, eczema, warts, psoriasis, rosacea and facial rejuvenation. Christina is a fellow of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Monique Olivares, PA-C
Monique is a Nationally-Certified
Dermatology Physician Associate licensed in New York. She received her
undergraduate degree from Boston College. She attended the
Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Program at Columbia University and
completed here medical education at the University of Medicine and
Dentistry of New Jersey.
Monique Olivares specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology,
treating both children and adults. Her areas of expertise include skin
cancer, infectious diseases, acne, warts, psoriasis, eczema, moles, and
other complex skin conditions such as autoimmune diseases. Her cosmetic
services include Botox, Dysport, fillers, skin tag removal, chemical
peels, and sclerotherapy. She also performs laser treatments for
rejuvenation, scar therapy, cellulite/fat reduction, tattoo removal,
blood vessels, sunspots and more.
Monique Olivares is strongly involved in academics and research. She
has been involved in numerous studies finding innovative ways of
treating dermatologic issues and determining efficacy of both medical
and cosmetic procedures. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of
Physician Assistants, Diplomat of the Society of Dermatology Physician
Assistants, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Surgical Physician
Assistants.
Lana Pinchasov, PA-C
Lana is a nationally certified
dermatology physician assistant licensed in New York. She received her
bachelors and masters degree in physician assistant studies from Touro
College, School of Health Sciences.Lana specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology, treating both
children of all ages and adults. She enjoys discussing skin care with
her patients and strives to find a skin care regimen that is a good fit
for each individual patient. She strongly believes that all patients
should feel good about their skin.
Lana treats a variety of skin disorders including skin cancers, hair
loss, acne, warts, scars, psoriasis, and eczema. She also enjoys
cosmetic dermatology where she can use her artistic talents to get
patients the results they desire.
Lana is passionate about using her clinical skills to help bring
medical help to underdeveloped areas around the world. She just returned
from a medical mission to Kenya, Africa where she volunteered her time
in a local clinic treating patients with all types of skin disorders in
an area with no access to dermatology specialists.
Lana is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, New
York Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, and acting secretary
of the Jewish Association of Physician Assistants.
Marianne Pistilli, PA-C
Marianne is a certified Physician Assistant
specializing in Dermatology. Ms. Pistilli received a BS from St. John’s
University and an MBA from NYU. She received her Physician Assistant
Degree from Weill Medical College of Cornell University with an emphasis
in dermatology and plastic surgery. Marianne has extensive cosmetic
laser experience as a result of working with a laser leasing company. In
that capacity she trained doctors and other medical professionals on
the proper use of lasers for cosmetic and other dermatologic
applications. More recently, Marianne has worked in general dermatology,
Mohs surgery and cosmetic dermatology and surgery settings. She is
expert at diagnosing and treating general dermatology conditions
especially teenage and adult acne, skin cancer screenings and other
related skin disorders.
Jessica Kaylor, PA-C
Jessicais a licensed and certified Physician
Assistant at Schweiger Dermatology in New York. Jessica received her BA
from the University of Pennsylvania as well as a certificate in
premedical studies from Georgetown University. Jessica earned her master
of medical science and physician assistant studies from the Wake Forest
University School of Medicine. Jessica is a member of many medical
societies, including the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants,
the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the New York State
Society of Physician Assistants. Jessica is active in public service and
devotes some of her free time as a volunteer for the NYC Medical
Reserve Corp.
Jessica Larroy, Licensed Clinical Esthetician
As a New York State licensed esthetician, Jessica Larroy, is extremely knowledgeable in all things beauty and skincare, including makeup, lasers, facials and microdermabrasion. Jessica boasts 10 years of experience in the skincare industry. Jessica specializes in working with patients who have acne and helping them to find the path to clear skin. Jessica graduated from the Lisa Schorr Institute for Cosmetic Skincare and has worked as a national makeup artist for Giorgio Armani Cosmetics and Lancome before joining the team at Schweiger Dermatology.
Jane MacKinnon, Licensed Clinical Esthetican
Jane comes to Schweiger Dermatology with 10 years of experience treating acne, acne scars, wrinkles and rosacea. Jane, who received her degree from the Grady School of Esthetics in Boston, is well versed on laser hair removal, Ultherapy, laser and light treatments, chemical peels and microdermabrasion. She works one on one with her patients to develop effective skincare regimens tailor made for different
lifestyles and budgets. Jane is passionate about protecting the skin from future
damage.