Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Partner in NY
Founded two decades ago by Dr. Rachel R. Kushner, a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs skin cancer surgeon, our practice combines clinical excellence with compassionate care. With dual expertise in medical and cosmetic dermatology, we address conditions ranging from acne to skin cancer while prioritizing patient education and personalized treatment plans. Our team maintains active roles in medical education, training future dermatologists and physician assistants, and adheres to rigorous standards of care.We emphasize accessibility through weekend hours and prompt prescription processing, serving patients across Long Island with offices in Franklin Square and Farmingdale. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our adoption of advanced technologies like laser therapies and CoolSculpting, ensuring comprehensive solutions for skin health and aesthetic goals.
Services
Mohs Surgery
Acne Treatment
Laser Hair Removal
Skin Cancer Screening
Cosmetic Injectables
Pediatric Dermatology
Nail Fungus Treatment
Laser Skin Resurfacing
CoolSculpting
Keloid Management
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20 years of specialized dermatology experience with board-certified expertise
- Active teaching roles in dermatology residency and physician assistant programs
- Weekend office hours for busy schedules
- Prompt prescription processing and pharmacy coordination
- Dual-certified Mohs surgeon and cosmetic dermatology specialist
Associations and certifications
- American Society for Mohs Surgery
What people say
Clean, crisp offices
Friendly helpful staff
Negligible wait times
Weekend office hours
Prompt pharmacy calls
Services
Mohs Surgery
Mohs surgery offers the highest cure rate for skin cancer through precise layer-by-layer tissue removal and microscopic analysis. Our fellowship-trained surgeons preserve maximum healthy tissue while eliminating cancerous cells. This outpatient procedure combines surgical expertise with immediate lab analysis for complete tumor removal.
Acne Treatment
Customized acne management addresses mild to severe cases using topical medications, oral treatments, and advanced therapies. Our board-certified dermatologists create personalized plans targeting hormonal factors, bacterial overgrowth, and inflammation. Treatment options include isotretinoin, corticosteroid injections, and laser therapies for lasting skin clarity.
Laser Hair Removal
Permanent hair reduction using advanced laser technology targets unwanted hair on all skin types. Multiple sessions progressively diminish hair growth by attacking follicles in active growth phases. This FDA-approved treatment offers long-term solutions for facial and body hair concerns.
CoolSculpting
Non-invasive CoolSculpting freezes and eliminates stubborn fat cells through controlled cooling technology. Custom treatment plans target areas like abdomen, flanks, and thighs without surgery or downtime. Results appear gradually as the body naturally processes treated fat cells over months.
Pediatric Dermatology
Specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents addresses eczema, birthmarks, infections, and genetic skin conditions. Our team employs child-friendly techniques while educating families about treatment plans. We manage chronic conditions and urgent dermatological concerns with compassionate, age-appropriate care.
People
Dr. Rachel R. Kushner
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Founder of Kushner Dermatology with 20 years of experience, Dr. Kushner specializes in Mohs surgery and cosmetic dermatology. She teaches at two dermatology residency programs and three physician assistant programs across the United States.
Maggie Buondelmonte
Board-Certified Physician Assistant
PA-C Maggie Buondelmonte provides comprehensive dermatological care with expertise in skin cancer detection and treatment. She sees patients in both Franklin Square and Farmingdale locations with flexible scheduling options.
Christina Jud
Board-Certified Physician Assistant
PA-C Christina Jud offers specialized dermatology services across multiple days in both office locations. With experience in medical and cosmetic treatments, she serves patients with diverse scheduling needs including weekend appointments.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept major insurance providers including Aetna, Cigna, Anthem BCBS, Empire Plan, Fidelis, and GEHA. Contact our offices for verification of your specific coverage.
Do you offer weekend appointments?
Yes, we provide weekend office hours in both Franklin Square and Farmingdale locations for patient convenience.
What skin cancer treatments are available?
We offer Mohs surgery, the most effective skin cancer treatment, along with traditional excisions and advanced diagnostic techniques for melanoma and other skin cancers.
Can you treat pediatric skin conditions?
Yes, our practice specializes in pediatric dermatology, addressing childhood skin conditions with age-appropriate care and family education.
Are cosmetic treatments available?
We provide FDA-approved cosmetic services including Botox, dermal fillers, laser treatments, and CoolSculpting for aesthetic enhancement.
How quickly can prescriptions be processed?
Our team ensures pharmacies receive prescription calls immediately after appointments, typically within minutes of treatment completion.
Reviews (4)
Ju Ve Laz Events
Jan 21, 2022
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They area set of thieves charging us $50.00 for copay
When our Insurance says $5.00 . Being with and using United Health care we have NEVER paid $50 no Dr service has ever ask is to pay that much. They need to be reporting the OAG. I would never recommend no one to this establishment plus the office is so dirty and the male front desk speaks so loud. Disgusting.
When our Insurance says $5.00 . Being with and using United Health care we have NEVER paid $50 no Dr service has ever ask is to pay that much. They need to be reporting the OAG. I would never recommend no one to this establishment plus the office is so dirty and the male front desk speaks so loud. Disgusting.
Chelsea Wilson
Jan 04, 2022
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You have better luck going to Ulta to find a skincare routine to help you. Dr. Kushner is only going to speak to you for 30 seconds and automatically write you a prescription for steroids and something else shes never tried. I tried giving the dermatologist a chance but this left a bad taste in my mouth. You will come back out the same way you went in. Good luck and do your own research.
Jade Narvaez
Dec 29, 2021
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I don't know if it's just covid fatigue but I felt very rushed yesterday, I had some questions I wanted to ask about other services and didn't get a chance to, the visit was very ok-here you go- good bye. The guy at the front desk made me feel like I was disturbing him when I went to pay, not a very pleasant experience yesterday 12/15/2021 and I'm very surprised I have been here before and It wasn't that way.
Anas Abbas
Dec 16, 2021
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$25 charge for no show hate places with policies like this as if they need to charge patients to make a few extra bucks
