University Dermatology Associates Patient Brochure

Information About Our Clinic

Welcome
Clinical Faculty
Location
Appointments
Payments
Emergencies

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Clinic Information

Welcome To Our Office

We appreciate your selection of our practice for your dermatological needs. Our staff plays an important role in patient care and we take pride in their capabilities. This information will acquaint you with our practice.

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Members of University Dermatology Associates

Our practice consists of seven full-time faculty physicians: Dr. Marc Brown, Dr. Lisa Beck, Dr. Mary Gail Mercurio, Dr. Art Papier, Dr. Alice Pentland, Dr Francisco Tausk, and Dr. John Tu. Our physicians are certified by the American Board of Dermatology and hold full-time faculty appointments at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. In addition to these clinical faculty, our physician group includes a dermatopathologist, Dr. Glynis Scott.

University Dermatology Associates treats both adult and pediatric patients with a wide variety of dermatological problems including acne, warts, dermatitis and skin cancers. In addition, the clinical faculty have special areas of interest. Dr. Brown directs the Dermatological Surgery Center located in this office providing outstanding cancer care utilizing Mohs micrographic surgery. Dr Beck's specialty is atopic dermatitis and eczema. Dr. Mercurio specializes in hair and scalp disorders and lupus. Dr. Papier has special interest in skin allergy. Dr. Pentland is an expert in photobiology and specializes in bullous diseases, psoriasis, and treatment of skin disorders with phototherapy. Dr Tausk specializes in skin diseases that interface between dermatology and psychiatry. Of particular interest is skin diseases exacerbated by stress and emotional problems. Dr Tu's interest include disorders of ethnic skin and the use of laser- and light-based therapies to treat skin disorders such as vascular birthmarks.

Twelve additional part-time clinical faculty also practice at University Dermatology Associates on a rotating basis, including two pediatric dermatologists.

Since we are affiliated with the University and Strong Memorial Hospital, teaching is an integral part of our program. Patients are also seen by a dermatology resident, who is a licensed physician receiving specialized training in dermatology. Often a medical student or a resident from another program will accompany your doctor during the examination.

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Location

We are located on the second floor of the Ambulatory Care Facility at Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, New York 14642.



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Appointments

Appointments can be made by calling 585-275-7546 for general dermatology problems. Office hours are from 8:30 am - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Dermatological surgical appointments can be made by calling our Dermatological Surgical Center at 585-275-9208. We make every effort to see patients in a timely fashion. If you are unable to make your scheduled appointment, please notify us within 48 hours.

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Payments

Payment is expected at the time of service. We participate with Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Rochester, Medicaid, Blue Choice, Preferred Care, GHI, Empire Plan, Child Health Plus, Family Health Plus, Monroe Plan as well as many other commercial insurances. Patients are responsible for their co-payments and any deductible associated with their plans. However, for non-participating insurance plans, the patient is responsible for payment to us and for pursuing reimbursement directly with the insurance company. Certain laboratory tests may be necessary after your dermatology appointment. Most laboratory work is done at Strong Memorial Hospital. You will receive a bill direct from the hospital laboratories for these tests. In addition, certain procedures require the services of a pathologist. Dermatopathology Associates will issue a separate bill.

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Emergencies

Call University Dermatology Associates for emergencies that arise during office hours. If at all possible, we will see you that day. If you have already been seen in our office and an emergency occurs in the evening or on the weekend, please call 585-275-7546 and our answering service will direct your concerns to the dermatology physician on call.

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