1) Hello Dr. Mara Weinstein Velez, can you please tell us a bit about yourself?
Yes! I would love to. I am a board-certified Dermatologist and the Director of Cosmetic and Laser Surgery at the University of Rochester, in upstate New York. My passion for healing, communication, artistry, beauty and psychology lead me to pursue a career in dermatology. Not only can we cure skin cancer with early detection, we can also treat scars from these surgeries with advancing laser technology. I practice with a holistic approach to medicine, recognizing that after we treat acne, for example, we will address the scars. Or after we treat pre-cancers, we will address the sunspots. This method allows me to focus on the psychosocial well-being of my patients and not just their cosmetic appearance. I skillfully use my artistic eye, steady hands, 13 years of education and beauty background to counsel, and treat in order to achieve the best version of you! (Inside and out!).
2) Professional Background:
Mara Weinstein Velez, M.D., FAAD completed a prestigious Laser, Cosmetic and Dermatologic Surgery fellowship at SkinCare Physicians in Boston, with clinical faculty from the Harvard and Yale Departments of Dermatology. She is thrilled to be a part of the Dermatology Department at the University of Rochester Medical Center and to serve as one of the only Fellowship-trained Cosmetic and Laser Surgeons in all of Western NY. She is affiliated with Strong Memorial Hospital, Highland Hospital and the Veteran’s Association.
She received her bachelor’s degree from Princeton University and completed her Dermatology residency training at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Weinstein has been invited to present at national professional meetings, published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals and co-authored chapters in dermatologic textbooks including Surgery of the Skin, Treatment of Traumatic and Burn Scars and Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology. She has been working in clinical research for over 3 years as both a sub-investigator and principal investigator and has participated in over 12 clinical research trials for state-of-the-art laser devices, minimally invasive cosmetic treatments and new acne medications.
Dr. Weinstein has received numerous awards and achievements, including the Cleveland Clinic Excellence in Teaching Award and the Women’s Dermatology Society (WDS) Mentorship Award. Most recently, she was selected to be a part American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Future Leaders Network and to serve on the Board of Directors for the WDS. When she is not in the office she enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 children, exercising, dancing, hiking and travelling.
Credentials:
Dermatology – American Board of Dermatology
Education
2005
BA | Princeton University
Psychology
2011
MD | Northeast Ohio Medical University
Medicine
Post-doctoral Training & Residency
08/01/2015 – 07/31/2016
Fellowship in Dermatology at SkinCare Physicians
07/01/2012 – 06/30/2015
Residency in Dermatology at Cleveland Clinic Foundation
3) What are Dr. Weinstein Velez’s Specialties?
Cosmetic Dermatology (Dermal fillers, Botox/Dysport/Xeomin/Jeuveau, Laser skin resurfacing, PRP, Microneedling, Chemical peels, Body contouring, Acne scarring treatment, Laser tattoo removal)
Dermatologic Surgery (skin cancer surgery, benign growth removal, mole removal)
Skin of Color
General Dermatology (Acne & Rosacea, Hair Loss)
Dr. Weinstein Velez’s Location & Contact
40 Celebration Drive
Rochester, NY 14534
(585) 275-7546