Dermatologists are medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions of the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. They perform a wide range of services, including diagnosing skin diseases and conditions(such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer, and other skin infections), removing moles, warts, and other skin growths, performing skin biopsies to diagnose skin cancer and other skin conditions, treating skin conditions with topical creams, ointments, and oral medications, performing cosmetic procedures such as chemical peels, laser therapy, and injectable treatments to improve the appearance of the skin, and they also help with monitoring patients for signs of skin cancer and other skin conditions, and providing ongoing treatment and care to manage these conditions. Dermatologists also work with patients to develop a skincare routine to maintain healthy skin and prevent skin conditions.

To become a dermatologist in Miami, the doctor needs to complete medical school and earn either an MD or a DO degree. They then need to complete a one-year internship in general surgery or other specialties. After that, they need to complete a three-year residency in dermatology, during which they receive extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions. Once school is done, they need to pass their boards and get board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology and then get their medical license from the state of Florida to be able to offer dermatology services in Miami. This is a lengthy process...on average it takes about 12-13 years to become a dermatologist in Miami.

A good dermatologist typically has the following qualities: the ability to accurately identify and effectively treat a wide range of skin conditions, good communication skills to be able to explain medical conditions and treatments in a clear and concise manner to patients and their families, excellent bedside manner that shows empathy and understanding and ability to keep up with the latest developments in dermatology through ongoing continuing medical education.

Below you'll find doctors we consider to be the best dermatologists in Miami.