Dr. Kishwer S. Nehal, MD, is a leading dermatologic oncologist and a nationally recognized authority in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, with particular expertise in Mohs micrographic surgery. She serves as Director of the Mohs Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Program and co-leads the Multidisciplinary Skin Cancer Management Group at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Nehal earned her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, followed by residency training in dermatology at New York University Medical Center and advanced fellowship training in Mohs surgery. She is board-certified in dermatology and brings decades of clinical and procedural experience to the forefront of skin cancer care.
Why they are a top doctor
Research papers · PubMed
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Cited by other doctors
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Known for
Mohs surgery and skin laser surgery
The distinction that sets them apart from other dermatologist & mohs surgeons.
Specializes in
Dermatologic surgery
A narrow focus means they see far more of these cases than a general surgeon.
Background
Education
Medical school: Boston University School of Medicine
Residency: Dermatology at New York University Medical Center
Fellowship: Dermatologic Surgery - New York University Medical Center
Board certification: Dermatology, Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Awards
Distinguished Service Award, American College of Mohs Surgery
Presidential Citation, American Academy of Dermatology
Memberships and affiliations
American College of Mohs Surgery
American Academy of Dermatology
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
British Journal of Dermatology
Annenberg Circle Committee, Dermatology Foundation