Specialty
Certifications
National Board of Medical Examiners
Clinical Focus
- Acne
- Actinic Keratosis
- Alopecia
- Biopsy
- Botox
- Botulinum Injections-Cosmetic
- Botulinum Toxin
- Cosmetic Surgery
- Eczema
- Hyperhidrosis
- Keloid
- Melanoma
- Melanoma Removal
- Moles
- Plantar Warts
- Rosacea
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Removal
- Subcutaneous Injection
- Varicose Veins
Education
MD, Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Internship, Rotating Medical & Surgical
Beth Israel Medical CenterResidency, Dermatology
New York Hospital Cornell University Med Ctr
Biography
- Associate Clinical Professor, Dermatology
Attending Physician, Dermatology, The Mount Sinai Hospital
Dr. Edelson has practiced dermatology in New York City since finishing his dermatology residency at Cornell University Medical Center. He has authored articles in peer reviewed dermatology journals as well as authoring a chapter on Hand Rejuvenation in the textbook on Cosmetic and Medical Dermatology. In addition to his interests in medical and surgical dermatology, Dr. Edelson has extensive training in the use of injectable fillers, Botox , lasers and intense pulsed light for removal of vascular and pigmented lesions. Dr Edelson also has a special interest in hand rejuvenation using fillers, and has a Hand Recontouring Workshop for the residents on a regular monthly basis. He enjoys teaching residents and medical students and lecturing at workshops at the Annual Mount Sinai Dermatology Symposium on Medical and Surgical Dermatology.
Dr. Edelson also has a second career! He has a passion for acting and his long time friendship with Woody Allen has led to his appearing in 14 of Mr. Allen's films. For further information regarding his practice please refer to www.docskin.com.
In the News
Dr Edelson on CBS News
Watch the Video.
Publications
Hand Recontouring in the Cosmetic Dermatology Textbook, Part V Chapter 58.
Hand Recontouring with Calcium Hydroxylapatite (Radiesse)®. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2009 March; 8(1): 44-51.
Awards
2012 - Present
Mentor of the Year Award
Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology2012 - Present
Teaching Excellence Award
Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology2011 - Present
Distinguished Teacher of the Year Award
Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology
Publications
Hand Recontoruing with Calcium Hydroxylapatite (Radiesse). Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology 2009 March; 8(1): 44-51.
Industry Relationships
Physicians and scientists on the faculty of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai often interact with pharmaceutical, device and biotechnology companies to improve patient care, develop new therapies and achieve scientific breakthroughs. In order to promote an ethical and transparent environment for conducting research, providing clinical care and teaching, Mount Sinai requires that salaried faculty inform the School of their relationships with such companies.
Dr.Edelson is not currently required to report Industry relationships.
Mount Sinai's faculty policies relating to faculty collaboration with industry are posted on our website at http://icahn.mssm.edu/about-us/services-and-resources/faculty-resources/handbooks-and-policies/faculty-handbook. Patients may wish to ask their physician about the activities they perform for companies.
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