Doctor Information
Stephen D. Hess, MD, PhD is a dermatologist board certified in dermatology and micrographic dermatologic surgery who leads Center City Dermatology. He studied at Wake Forest, earned his MD and PhD at the University at Buffalo, and completed dermatology residency and a cutaneous oncology fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania.
Education, Residency & Fellowship Training
- Fellowship: Cutaneous Oncology, University of Pennsylvania
- Residency: Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania
- Medical School: MD and PhD, University at Buffalo
- Undergraduate: Undergraduate Degree, Wake Forest University
- Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology (Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery)
- NPI Number: 1033279955
Clinical Specialties & Procedures
Dr. Hess focuses on skin cancer and mohs surgery at Center City Dermatology, including:
- Skin cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Mohs micrographic surgery
- Medical dermatology
According to the practice, its professional memberships include the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Mohs Surgery.
Practice Location & Appointments
- Practice: Center City Dermatology
- Address: 1500 Walnut Street Suite 1240, Philadelphia, PA 19102
- Phone: (267) 687-4437
- Website: centercitydermatology.com/about
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where did Dr. Hess train?
He completed dermatology residency and a cutaneous oncology fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania.
What is Dr. Hess board certified in?
Dermatology and micrographic dermatologic surgery.
Where does Dr. Hess see patients?
At Center City Dermatology, 1500 Walnut Street Suite 1240, Philadelphia, PA 19102. Call (267) 687-4437.
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