Avnee Shah, MD

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Get to know Dermatologist Dr. Avnee Shah, who serves patients in Verona, New Jersey.

Best known for her knowledge base and natural aesthetic, Dr. Shah is a qualified dermatologist at The Derm Group in Verona, New Jersey. She treats all general dermatology conditions and has a special interest in cosmetic and laser procedures.

The premier destination for all skin care needs, The Derm Group consists of over 15 convenient locations in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. The staff of board-certified physicians, physician assistants, and licensed medical aestheticians offer a combination of diverse specialties and medical backgrounds in order to treat a wide range of skin conditions. They are committed to providing the best cosmetic and medical dermatology services.

Helping individuals look and feel their best, some of the services that Dr. Shah offers include: eczema and psoriasis treatments, BOTOX® for hyperhidrosis, medical-grade skincare products, CoolSculpting®, acne treatment, laser hair removal, dermal fillers, pediatric dermatology, vein treatments, intense pulsed light photofacials, contact dermatitis treatment, medical dermatology, laser resurfacing, laser sunspot removal & tattoo removal, dermatologic surgery, skin cancer screening and treatment, Ultherapy®, general dermatology, and BOTOX®, Dysport®, XEOMIN® & Jeuveau®. Her research topics include psoriasis, squamous cell carcinoma, and indoor tanning. 

Graduating summa cum laude from Drexel University in Philadelphia, Dr. Shah went on to earn her medical degree from Drexel College of Medicine. She completed an internship under the Department of Medicine at Crozer Chester Medical Center. Her residency was at Emory University’s Department of Dermatology in Atlanta, Georgia, where she then served as dermatology chief resident.

A member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, she is board-certified in dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology (ABD). The ABD 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.

Recognized with a 2021 New Jersey Top Doctor Award, this honor showcases Dr. Shah’s expertise and high level of dermatology care provided to patients using advanced treatments and techniques. She has also won several other distinctions, including the Annual Award for Excellence in Dermatology. 

Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin, the largest organ of the body; a specialty with both medical and surgical aspects. A dermatologist is a specialist doctor who manages skin diseases and deals with both internal and external causes and some cosmetic concerns involving the skin. Dermatological duties include taking consultations, providing screening tests, and undertaking non-invasive surgical procedures.

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