Mrs. Elizabeth Marie Macpherson NP APRN BC
Dermatologist
802 Main St Melrose MA, 02176About
Dr. Elizabeth Macpherson is a dermatologist practicing in Melrose, MA. Dr. Macpherson specializes in skin care. Dermatologists evaluate and manage both common and uncommon skin conditions. These conditions include acne, psoriasis, warts, skin infections, atopic dermatitis, herpes simplex and more. Dermatologists are also experts in more complex skin diseases like impetigo, hidradenitis and milaria. Dr. Macpherson diagnoses skin problems and develops unique treatments plans for each individual patient.
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