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Kathleen Mannava, M.D.

Kathleen Mannava, M.D.

Dermatology , UR Medicine Labs

4.9 out of 5 stars
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About Me

Kathleen A. Mannava, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and a board-certified dermatopathologist who specializes in the care of skin diseases in both adults and children. She has sub-specialization in dermatopathology, which allows Dr Mannava to diagnose skin disease by studying biopsy samples un...
Kathleen A. Mannava, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and a board-certified dermatopathologist who specializes in the care of skin diseases in both adults and children. She has sub-specialization in dermatopathology, which allows Dr Mannava to diagnose skin disease by studying biopsy samples under the microscope. Dr Mannava sees and treats patients with both simple and complex medical dermatological conditions, which can include skin cancer, rashes, psoriasis, eczema, other acute and chronic skin conditions, dermatitis, and many other conditions that may require medication, small procedures, or routine skin checks and monitoring. Dr Mannava also performs cosmetic dermatological procedures.

Dr Kathleen Mannava is a native of Spencerport, New York. She completed her undergraduate training at Williams College, in Williamstown, Massachusetts where she graduated with a bachelor of science, cum laude, with honors in chemistry. Dr Mannava then received her medical degree summa cum laude at the State University of New York (SUNY) Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Dr Mannava won numerous academic awards and scholarships during her time at SUNY Upstate, including twice winning the Robert Each Award (for earning the highest grade point average after her first and third years in medical school) and being awarded three times the Medical Alumni Merit Award (for being ranked in the top four of her entire medical school class throughout her medical school career). While in medical school, she was also recognized with several Dean's Letters of Commendation, the American Medical Women's Association Glasgow-Rubin Citation for Academic Achievement, the McGraw-Hill Lange Book Award, and the Merck Manual Award.

After graduating from medical school, Dr Kathleen Mannava completed an internal medicine internship at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She then completed her dermatology training at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. After completing her dermatology training, she worked as a private practice dermatologist in Winston-Salem, North Carolina for several years before pursuing sub-specialty training in dermatopathology. She completed a fellowship in dermatopathology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Dr Mannava then moved to Vail, Colorado and joined another private practice, Vail-Aspen-Breckenridge Dermatology, where she practiced both clinical dermatology and dermatopathology.

As a native of Monroe County, Kathleen Mannava, MD is excited to move back to the region and join the faculty at UR Medicine in Rochester, New York. Dr Mannava looks forward to educating others in the field of dermatology and dermatopathology, as she has a passion for teaching medical students and residents. She has also published several research papers and continues to present at regional, national, and international dermatology conferences.

Certified Specialties

Dermatology - American Board of Dermatology

Dermatopathology - American Board of Dermatology

Faculty Appointments

Associate Professor - Department of Dermatology (SMD)

Associate Professor - Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (SMD) - Joint

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Dermatopathology, Wake Forest University School of Medicine. 2015 - 2016

Residency, Dermatology, The Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University. 2010 - 2013

Internship, Internal Medicine, Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center-Radiology. 2009 - 2010

Education

MD | SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine. 2009

Awards

Case of the Year Award. 2013

Dermatology Foundation Clinical Symposia Resident Program Participant Travel Award. 2013

Robert Eich Award--award for highest cumulative grade point average after third and fourth year of medical school. 2009

American Medical Women's Association Glasgow-Rubin Citation for Academic Achievement. 2009

Merck Manual Award. 2009

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Award. 2009

Medical Alumni Merit Award-Awarded annually to the top four students in each medical school class. 2008

Dean's Letter of Commendation-Awarded annually to medical students who earn Honors in at least 24 credit hours over one academic. 2008

Robert Eich Award--award for highest cumulative grade point average after first and second year of medical school. 2007

Medical Alumni Merit Award-Awarded annually to the top four students in each medical school class. 2007

Dean's Letter of Commendation-Awarded annually to medical students who earn Honors in at least 24 credit hours over one academic. 2007

Medical Alumni Merit Award-Awarded annually to the top four students in each medical school class. 2006

Dean's Letter of Commendation-Awarded annually to medical students who earn Honors in at least 24 credit hours over one academic. 2006

McGraw-Hill Lange Book Award. 2006

Publications

Journal Articles

Number needed to biopsy for longitudinal melanonychia: A retrospective review.

Bender AM, Stolarczyk A, Mannava KA

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.. 2023 August 89 (2):396-397. Epub 04/11/2023.

Papular purpuric gloves and socks syndrome in a patient with previous SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Singh P, Brickley S, Mannava K, Tausk F

JAAD case reports.. 2021 October 16 :72-73. Epub 08/25/2021.

Corticosteroid-resistant Sweet syndrome in the setting of acute myeloid leukemia with monosomy 7 and 5q deletion.

Roche FC, Paul D, Plovanich M, Mannava KA

JAAD case reports.. 2020 December 6 (12):1231-1233. Epub 09/16/2020.

Folliculocentric Lichen Sclerosus et Atrophicus in a 10-Year-Old Girl.

El Habr C, Mannava K, Koch S, Tull R, Goiburu-Chenu B, Strowd L, Sangueza O

The American Journal of dermatopathology.. 2017 January 39 (1):59-61. Epub 1900 01 01.

Comparing histopathology from patients with X-linked recessive ichthyosis and autosomal recessive congenital ichthyosis with transglutaminase 1 mutation: A report from the National Registry for Ichthyosis and Related Skin Disorders.

Yang CS, Pomerantz H, Mannava KA, Corwin J, Weinstock MA, Fleckman P, DiGiovanna JJ, Robinson-Bostom L

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.. 2016 May 74 (5):1008-10.e2. Epub 1900 01 01.

Superficial acral fibromyxoma and other slow-growing tumors in acral areas.

Schwager ZA, Mannava KA, Mannava S, Telang GH, Robinson-Bostom L, Jellinek NJ

Cutis.. 2015 February 95 (2):E15-9. Epub 1900 01 01.

Treatment of palmar hyperhidrosis with botulinum neurotoxin a.

Mannava S, Mannava KA, Nazir OF, Plate JF, Smith BP, Koman LA, Tuohy CJ

The Journal of hand surgery.. 2013 February 38 (2):398-400. Epub 12/23/2012.

Longitudinal melanonychia: detection and management of nail melanoma.

Mannava KA, Mannava S, Koman LA, Robinson-Bostom L, Jellinek N

Hand surgery : an international journal devoted to hand and upper limb surgery and related research : journal of the Asia-Pacific Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand.. 2013 18 (1):133-9. Epub 1900 01 01.

Kickbacks, stark violations, client billing, and joint ventures: facts and controversies.

Mannava KA, Bercovitch L, Grant-Kels JM

Clinics in dermatology.. 2013 31 (6):764-8. Epub 1900 01 01.

Perianal Bowen disease in a child with human immunodeficiency virus.

Carroll KA, Pierce J, Kovarik CL

Pediatric dermatology.. 2010 27 (2):166-9. Epub 1900 01 01.

Valacyclovir-induced psychosis and manic symptoms in an adolescent young woman with genital herpes simplex.

Aslam SP, Carroll KA, Naz B, Alao AO

Psychosomatics.. 2009 50 (3):293-6. Epub 1900 01 01.

Total synthesis of (-)-hennoxazole A.

Smith TE, Kuo WH, Balskus EP, Bock VD, Roizen JL, Theberge AB, Carroll KA, Kurihara T, Wessler JD

The Journal of organic chemistry.. 2008 January 473 (1):142-50. Epub 12/06/2007.

Versatile asymmetric synthesis of the kavalactones: first synthesis of (+)-kavain.

Smith TE, Djang M, Velander AJ, Downey CW, Carroll KA, Van Alphen S

Organic letters.. 2004 July 86 (14):2317-20. Epub 1900 01 01.

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

During this visit, did this provider spend enough time with you?

4.9 stars

During this visit, did this provider show respect for what you had to say?

5.0 stars

During this visit did this provider give you easy to understand information about these health questions or concerns?

4.9 stars

During this visit, did this provider listen carefully to you?

4.9 stars

During this visit, did this provider explain things in a way that was easy to understand?

4.9 stars

Patient Comments

Dr. Mannava listened to my concerns and came up with a diagnosis after biopsy of spot on the top of my feet. She then developed a plan of treatment for me.

Jul 27, 2024

Good

Jul 22, 2024

5.0 stars

Very good experience.

Jul 11, 2024

3.0 stars

Seemed very hurried.

Jun 25, 2024

5.0 stars

Excellent

Apr 21, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Mannava was patient, thorough and explained everything very well. In addition, she had my history and provided answers to all my questions. She spent as much time with me as was needed.

Apr 21, 2024

5.0 stars

Good experience with caring professionals

Apr 17, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Mannava is very thorough, an active listener and very pleasant, as was Dr. D'Angelo and the medical student that were at the appointment as well.

Apr 06, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Mannava is professional and knowledgeable. I am very happy with her care.

Feb 28, 2024

5.0 stars

THIS PROVIDER IS VARY GOOD, EASY TO UNDERSTAND, AND DOES VERY GOOD CHECK UP EACH VISIT I HAVE

Nov 15, 2023

5.0

Excellent Care Provider

Oct 15, 2023

5.0

Always excellent

Oct 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mannava is W O N D E R F U L!!! Which makes going through an obstacle course to get an appointment with her worth it!

Oct 04, 2023

5.0

I have already recommended my provider to family and friends and all are extremely pleased with her care!

Sep 13, 2023

5.0

My provider and her entire staff are excellent at what they do. They are always polite and concerning and provide information in an easy to understand format.

Sep 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mannava has done all treatments possible to kill scabies and the staphylococcus. I'm cured and rehabilitating. I am grateful for the doctor's care and professionalism as well as others in [...] do the help me.

Jul 14, 2023

5.0

Drs. Mannava and Lerner are part of the reason why Wilmot Cancer Center is world renowned. I'm grateful for medical attention like this. No complaints. Just praise!

Jun 14, 2023

5.0

Best Dermatologist I have ever seen.

Jun 09, 2023

5.0

Love my provider even if I have to wait

May 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mannava is fabulous both as a human being and as a doctor!! I'm very grateful to have her as my doc.

Mar 15, 2023

2.6

She just was not as thorough s as she had been in prior exams. I felt rushed. I feel that I was not examined properly.

Feb 25, 2023

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend to others whenever I can.

Feb 23, 2023

5.0

Excellent, professional, very caring!

Jan 25, 2023

First time with this Dr. She was very patient and heloful

Jan 23, 2023

5.0

This Doctor is very sharp and professional. She knew where my issues were without me having to point them out. Her prescribed treatment is working well.

Jan 17, 2023

4.6

The best!

Nov 19, 2022

5.0

Team is excellent

Nov 11, 2022

5.0

Everyone at this office was kind caring and professional

Oct 06, 2022

5.0

Ms. Mannava has always been an exceptional dr. I never want anyone else for my cancer.

Oct 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Mannava is very friendly and caring. I've recommended her to friends who are looking for a dermatologist.

Sep 12, 2022

5.0

Dr Mannava listened to all my concerns. She was patient and answered all my questions thoroughly. I was a new part and reviewed my skin issues. I was very pleased with my visit. Dr Mannava nurse was also professional and friendly

Aug 24, 2022

4.6

She is wonderful. [...].

Aug 23, 2022

5.0

She was wonderful!

Jul 07, 2022

5.0

This was my first appointment with Dr. Mannava. She was professional and was easy to converse with and work with. I look forward to seeing her at my next annual visit.

Jun 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. Mannava is a wonderful doctor, never had bad experience. All good!

May 27, 2022

5.0

The Doctor was compassionate and caring. Excellent care.

May 25, 2022

5.0

Superb communication skills! Friendly, caring; didn't speed through exam.

May 16, 2022

5.0

Good

May 04, 2022

5.0

This was my first appointment with Dr. Mannava and found her to be very caring.

Apr 17, 2022

5.0

Everything was fantastic. I moved to SC but came all the way back to NY just to see the doctor because of all the trust I have in her. She does an outstanding job and worth the drive.

Apr 01, 2022

5.0

Good experience

Mar 25, 2022

5.0

This Dr. Mannava is fantastic.

Mar 22, 2022

5.0

Answers all my questions in a friendly demeanour. Very caring

Feb 18, 2022

5.0

Everything was Excellent.

Feb 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Mannava is great! Very professional and courteous. I will use her for my annual checkup. Very inclusive with discussion about treatment options.

Feb 07, 2022