Dr. Eduardo Weiss, MD, FAAD

Expert Publications

• Acral myxoinflammatory fibroblastic sarcoma successfully treated using Mohs micrographic surgery.
• ASDS Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery Fellowship Milestones.

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Get to know Dermatologist Dr. Eduardo Weiss, who serves patients in Florida.

Dr. Weiss is the Director of Cosmetic Fellowship at Hollywood Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Specialists. He specializes in Mohs surgery for skin cancer removal, facial rejuvenation including cosmetic laser technology, Botox, facial fillers, soft tissue augmentation, leg and facial vein treatment, and tumescent liposuction.

Hollywood Dermatology is home to an experienced team of doctors, medical staff, and practice administrators. The South Florida dermatology practice offers the full spectrum of skin services, including clinical, surgical, and cosmetic treatments. It is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to patients of all ages at the offices in Hollywood, West Miramar, Doral, and Hallandale.

Passionate about educating dermatology physicians and future physicians in the field he loves, Dr. Weiss is a Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery at Florida International University – Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine. He is also a Voluntary Professor of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

Born in Caracas, Venezuela, Dr. Weiss received his medical degree from the Universidad Central Venezuela, graduating 3rd in his class of 117 graduates.  After immigrating to the United States, he completed his residency in dermatology at Jackson Memorial Hospital where he also served as chief resident. 

A Diplomate of the American Society of Mohs Surgery, he is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, a Fellow of the American Society of Mohs Surgery, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Additionally, he serves as a board member and Secretary-Treasurer of the Florida Society of Dermatologic Surgery.

Internationally known as an expert in the field of dermatology, Dr. Weiss 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.

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.

Having diagnosed and treated thousands of patients globally in his 30-year profession, Dr. Weiss has been featured in numerous national and international publications along with being invited to numerous dermatological conferences as a key speaker and educator all over the world. 

He has many notable achievements in medical care and has served as a principal investigator/co-investigator in many research studies. Continuing to be an advocate for the local community and those abroad, he is involved in several non-profit organizations and has also had the privilege to treat patients in developing countries and regular community outreach programs. 

Among his numerous accolades, Dr. Weiss is the recipient of Patients’ Choice Award (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2018), Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2009, 2010, 2011, 2018), and Patients’ Choice 5th Anniversary Award (2012).

In his free time, he enjoys boating, gardening, and spending time with his three kids and three grandchildren.

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