Dr. Lisa N Gelles MD
Dermatologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Dermatology
2500 Metrohealth Dr Mhmc-Dermatology Cleveland OH, 44109About
Dr. Lisa Gelles is a pediatric dermatologist practicing in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Gelles specializes in the skin care of children. Pediatric dermatologists evaluate and manage both common and uncommon skin conditions that affect infants, children and teens. These conditions include acne, psoriasis, warts, skin infections, atopic dermatitis, herpes simplex and more. Pediatric dermatologists are also experts in more complex skin diseases like impetigo, hidradenitis and milaria. Dr. Gelles diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
Education and Training
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD- Pediatric Dermatology
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Acne
- Warts
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Allergic Reaction
- Pityriasis Rosea
- Ringworm
- Plantar Wart
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
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