Dr. Allen N. Sapadin, MD, FAAD

Expert Publications

• Pseudoxanthoma elasticum: an update.
• Henoch-Schönlein purpura induced by clarithromycin.
• Souvenir from the Hamptons - a case of cutaneous larva migrans of six months' duration.
• All-trans-retinoic acid-induced scrotal ulcerations in a patient with acute promyelocytic leukemia.
• Herpes zoster.
• Collagen loss in photoaged human skin is overestimated by histochemistry.
• Basement membrane alterations in psoriasis are accompanied by epidermal overexpression of MMP-2 and its inhibitor TIMP-2.
• Current therapy of pemphigus vulgaris.
• Cutaneous granulomas masquerading as tuberculoid leprosy in a patient with congenital combined immunodeficiency.
• Cutaneous polyarteritis nodosa after streptococcal necrotizing fasciitis.
• Zosteriform Darier's disease versus acantholytic dyskeratotic epidermal nevus.
• Treatment of scleroderma.
• Fixed drug eruption due to doxycycline and metronidazole.
• Purpura fulminans.
• Temporary tattoo dermatitis.

Media Releases

Dr. Allen N. Sapadin is a board certified Dermatologist with his private practice. Additionally, he is an Associate Clinical Professor at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He holds expertise in Acne, Actinic Keratosis, Atopic, Dermatitis, Autoimmune Diseases, Basal Cell Carcinoma, Cellulitis, Genital Warts, Jock Itch, Keloid Scars, Lipoma, Melanoma, Moles, Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, Poison Sumac, Psoriasis, Rash, Rosacea, Scabies, Seborrheic Dermatitis, Seborrheic Keratosis, Skin Cancer, Skin Discoloration, Skin Infections, Tinea Versicolor, and Warts.

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is an international leader in medical and scientific training, biomedical research, and patient care. It is the medical school for the Mount Sinai Health System, which includes seven hospital campuses, and has more than 5,000 faculty and nearly 2,000 students, residents and fellows.

As an internationally known researcher, Dr. Sapadin’s work has appeared in more than 100 publications. He’s frequently invited to deliver medical lectures in the United States and around the world and is also highly respected as a “grand rounds” presenter at many hospitals. Most recently, Dr. Sapadin edited a theme issue for the Mount Sinai Journal of Medicine that is entirely devoted to Dermatology.

Dr. Sapadin graduated summa cum laude with his undergraduate degree from Yeshiva University in New York. Furthering his education, he graduated with his medical degree from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in 1988, giving him over three decades of experience in his field.

After obtaining his medical degree, he completed his dermatology residency at Mount Sinai as well and was chief resident in his last year of training. While a resident he earned many awards, including election to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honor society. n his third year of residency Dr. Sapadin was chosen by the American Academy of Dermatology to represent the United States at the annual British Association of Dermatologists meeting.

Dr. Sapadin is certified by the American Board of Dermatology. The American Board of Dermatology exists to serve the public by setting high standards for dermatologists to earn and maintain Board certification. The American Board of Dermatology is a voluntary, non-profit, private, autonomous organization formed for the primary purpose of protecting the public interest by establishing and maintaining high standards of training, education and qualifications of physicians rendering care in dermatology. The objective of all of its activities is to provide assurance that a diplomate of the Board possesses and maintains the knowledge and skills essential for the provision of superior, specialized care to patients with cutaneous diseases.

Additional Information

Allen N. Sapadin, MD, FAAD, JD, is a Leading Dermatologist with His Own Private Practice in Hackensack, NJ Allen N. Sapadin, MD, FAAD, JD, is a well-versed dermatologist who diagnoses and treats patients at his private practice in Hackensack, NJ. Furthermore, Dr. Brandes has staff memberships at several local hospitals, including Hackensack University Medical Center. And, he is an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, NY. As a dermatologist, he has dedicated training and unique experience in the management of the diseases of the skin, nails, and hair. Moreover, he has an impressive professional journey that spans twenty years and has expanse knowledge and unrivaled expertise in the treatment and diagnosis of acne, keratosis, eczema, dermatitis, skin cancer and melanoma, shingles, rosacea, psoriasis and vitiligo. Dr. Sapadin is a leading dermatological researcher, lecturer at national and international meetings, contributor to over 100 publications, and grand rounds presenter. For more information about Dr. Allen N. Sapadin, please visit http://doctorsapadin.com. Allen N. Sapadin, MD, FAAD, JD, attended Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, NY, and received his medical degree in 1988. Then, he served his internship at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey. Furthermore, he conducted his dermatology residency and research fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York, NY. In addition, Dr. Sapadin received board certification in dermatology from the American Board of Dermatology. And, he remains at the forefront of his challenging specialty via memberships and affiliations with prestigious professional societies and associations. As a result, he is a member of the American Medical Association, the Society for Investigative Dermatology, the Dermatologic Society of Greater New York, the International Society of Dermatology, the PXE International - Medical Advisory Board, the National Psoriasis Foundation, and the American Society of Contact Dermatitis. For more information about Dr. Allen N. Sapadin, please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/2604237-Allen-Sapadin-Hackensack-NJ-07601. Throughout his many years of experience, he has upheld a steadfast commitment to the ethical and professional standards of his practice as evidenced by his sterling record. Hence, he ensures an impeccable degree of patient satisfaction in all facets of his work. Moreover, he attained fellowship of the American Academy of Dentistry having met the standards and guidelines required of the nation’s leading dermatologists. In addition to his medical degree, he holds a summa cum laude undergraduate degree acquired at Yeshiva University and an honors Juris Doctor degree from Rutgers Law School. Dr. Sapadin was Chief Resident in his third year of residency, was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) medical honor society and was chosen by the American Academy of Dermatology to represent the United States at the annual British Association of Dermatologists meeting. For more information about Dr. Allen N. Sapadin, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/allen-sapadin-dr-89232185/.

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