Dr. Birgit Toome, MD
Dermatologist
3909 Boardwalk Atlantic City NJ, 08401About
Birgit K. Toome, MD, FAAD, FASDS, is a top dermatologist who lends her skills and expertise to serve patients at The Derm Group in Egg Harbor Township and Marlton, New Jersey. She additionally owns and operates Appearance Dermatology LLC in Vineland, New Jersey, which she established in 1990. With thirty-one years of experience as a dermatologist, Dr. Toome specializes in cosmetic and general dermatology, as well as pediatric dermatology with a focus on laser surgery for sun damage, acne scars, and broken blood vessels. Conditions treated include eczema and psoriasis, acne, and contact dermatitis. Procedures performed include skin cancer screenings and surgery, BOTOX®, Dysport®, XEOMIN®, and Jeuveau®, laser sunspot removal and tattoo removal, IPL photofacials, and vein treatments.
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Education and Training
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Medical Degree 1986
Board Certification
American Board of Dermatology
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineAreas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Top Physicians 2017 South Jersey Magazine
- Top Doctors, Inside Jersey (October 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 & July 2014) Year
- Top Doctors for Cancer Care, Inside Jersey (July 2016, 2017, 2018) Year
- New Jersey’s Top Doctors, Inside Jersey (Aug 2016) Year
- Best Doctors, South Jersey Magazine (August 2016); Best Doctors for Women, South Jersey Magazine (May 2016) Year
- est Doctors, SJ Magazine (August 2015, January 2015) Year
- Best Doctors for Women, SJ Magazine (May 2015) Year
- Best Physicians for Women, SJ Magazine (January 2015) Year
- Top Cancer Doctors, Inside Jersey (July 2013) Year
- New Jersey’s Top Doctors (2020) Year
Treatments
- Acne
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Moles
- Warts
- Actinic Keratosis
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Birthmark
- Contact Dermatitis
- Allergic Reaction
- Alopecia
- Sunburn
- Sebaceous Cyst
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Dermatology - Fellow
- American Society for Dermatologic Surgery - Fellow
- Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD)
- Fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
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Get to know Dermatologist Dr. Birgit K. Toome, who serves patients in New Jersey.
Dr. Toome has been practicing both cosmetic and general dermatology for over 25 years. She is a part of the team of professionals at The Derm Group, seeing patients at the offices in Egg Harbor Township and Marlton, New Jersey.
Treating all diseases of the skin, hair, and nails, her expertise includes laser surgery for sun damage, acne scars, and broken blood vessels. She performs skin cancer screenings and surgery, remaining passionate about keeping her patients’ skin both healthy and beautiful. She is also a leader in her field for Botox and fillers for the aging face and has served as an educator for various injectables.
The premier destination for all skin care needs, The Derm Group has over 15 convenient locations in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Whether a patient is interested in cosmetic enhancements or clinical treatments, the providers at The Derm Group offer a combination of diverse specialties and medical backgrounds in order to treat a wide range of skin conditions.
“The Derm Group is devoted to using the latest research and technology available while providing our patients with the same level of expediency and customer service as a primary care physician. Each member of the staff is committed to caring for the total well-being and health of our patients. Our goal is to make your experience with us as positive, helpful and informative as possible,” as stated on their website.
Back in the early days of her academic career, Dr. Toome graduated with her medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1986. She then went on to complete her residency in dermatology at the University of Rochester in New York.
Following her training, the doctor attained board certification in dermatology through 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.
Achieving fellowship status, Dr. Toome is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
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.
Among Dr. Toome’s various accolades include: Top Physicians, South Jersey Magazine (2017, 2018); Top Doctors, Inside Jersey (October 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 & July 2014); Top Doctors for Cancer Care, Inside Jersey (July 2016, 2017, 2018); New Jersey’s Top Doctors, Inside Jersey (Aug 2016); Best Doctors, South Jersey Magazine (August 2016); Best Doctors for Women, South Jersey Magazine (May 2016); Best Doctors, SJ Magazine (August 2015, January 2015); Best Doctors for Women, SJ Magazine (May 2015); Best Physicians for Women, SJ Magazine (January 2015); Top Cancer Doctors, Inside Jersey (July 2013); and New Jersey’s Top Doctors (2020).
On a more personal note, she speaks both English and German.
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