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Dr. Bruce S. Shames M.D., Dermatologist
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Dr. Bruce S. Shames M.D.

Dermapathologist | Dermatopathology

761 Main Ave Suite 102 Norwalk CT, 06851
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Dr. Bruce Shames practices Dermatopathology in Norwalk, CT. Dermatopathology is a medical specialty that focuses on dermatology and pathology, and involves the diagnosis of various diseases of the skin, hair, and nails by looking at cutaneous diseases at a microscopic and molecular level. By revealing the histology of diseases and results from a specific diagnostic interpretation, Dr. Shames is able to analyze the potential causes of skin diseases at a basic level.

Education and Training

Rush Med Coll of Rush Univ, Chicago Il 1982

Board Certification

DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 36 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Dr. Bruce S. Shames M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 761 Main Ave Suite 102

761 Main Ave Suite 102 -
Norwalk, CT 06851
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New patients: 203-226-6821, 203-810-4151
Fax: 203-810-4151, 203-227-3560

Dr. BRUCE SHAMES, MD

260 W Sunrise Hwy Suite -
Valley Stream, NY 11581
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