Dr. Dr. Justin Wasserman, MD

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Get to know Dermatologist & Dermatopathologist Dr. Justin Wasserman, who serves patients in Venice, Florida.

Dr. Wasserman is a board-certified dermatologist & dermatopathologist who is currently serving patients at WassermanUlitsky Dermatology in Venice, Florida. There, he and Dr. Olga Ulitsky are proud to provide patients in and around Venice, FL with a wide variety of exceptional medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services. Their expertise spans from skin cancer treatments to cosmetic procedures such as Botox. 

Dr. Wasserman is also a staff member at Venice Regional Bayfront Health – a 312-bed, acute care hospital providing a comprehensive array of healthcare services to the greater Venice area. Venice Regional Bayfront Health, and its affiliated Gulf Coast Medical Group clinics, provide high quality health care that is accessible to residents and visitors across Central and South Sarasota County. 

Dr. Wasserman earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine in 2005. He then went on to complete his internship in internal medicine at Shands Hospital, followed by his residency in dermatology and his fellowship in dermatopathology at the University of Chicago. Dr. Wasserman has particular interest and expertise in skin pathology and dermatologic surgery. He has published multiple articles on pathology and general dermatology in peer-reviewed medical journals. He has also written a book chapter on infectious disease. 

Dr. Wasserman is a member of the Florida Society of Dermatologic Surgeons. He is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Wasserman is board-certified in dermatology and dermatopathology by the American Board of Dermatology (ABD). The ABD, located in Newton, MA, certifies physicians in dermatology, dermatopathology, and pediatric dermatology. 

Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin, nails, hair and its diseases. It is a specialty with both medical and surgical aspects. Dermatopathology is a joint subspecialty of dermatology and pathology or surgical pathology that focuses on the study of cutaneous diseases at a microscopic and molecular level. As a dermatologist and dermatopathologist, Dr. Wasserman specializes in studying and treating conditions of the skin. 

Dr. Wasserman was raised locally in Venice, FL and is a running/triathlon enthusiast. He is fluent in Spanish. In his spare time, he enjoys participating and attending sporting events such as golf, tennis, and football. He also enjoys playing guitar, going to the cinema, as well as making and enjoying art.

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