Dr. Nananamibia Duffy

Name: Dr. Nananamibia Duffy
Specialty: Dermatology
Qualification/Board Certification: MD; Board certification not specified
Affiliation: Rochester General Hospital – Rochester Regional Health, Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester
Locations: Rochester, New York
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Contact office to confirm
NPI Number: 1700918950

About the Doctor

Dr. Nananamibia Duffy is a highly regarded dermatologist practicing in Rochester, New York, with over 21 years of experience. She received her medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, completed an internal medicine residency at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, and finished her dermatology residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center. the “Patients’ Top Choice” designation, and six patient awards for listening attentively, explaining clearly, performing thorough exams, and demonstrating great bedside manner. She is an expert in psoriasis, skin rashes, and other skin disorders. She is affiliated with two U.S. News Best Hospitals in New York: Rochester General Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital. She accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and major insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare.

• Graduate of Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

• Residencies in Internal Medicine and Dermatology

• Over 21 years of clinical experience

• 5/5 patient rating (37 reviews); Patients’ Top Choice with 6 awards

• Affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in New York

Education & Training

Medical School – Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Residency –

• Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University/TJUH, Internal Medicine 

• University of Rochester Medical Center, Dermatology 
  Fellowship/Additional Training – Not specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Psoriasis

• Acne

• Eczema (atopic dermatitis)

• Rosacea

• Skin rashes (prurigo, lichen simplex chronicus)

• Contact dermatitis

• Actinic keratosis (precancerous lesions)

• Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma

• Benign skin growths (moles, seborrheic keratoses, cysts)

• Vitiligo and skin discoloration

Medical Procedures Performed

• Full-body skin examination

• Skin biopsy (shave, punch, excisional)

• Cryotherapy for actinic keratosis and warts

• Excision of benign and malignant skin lesions

• Intralesional corticosteroid injections

• Topical and systemic medication management

• Phototherapy for psoriasis and eczema

• Chemical peels for acne and discoloration

• Laser therapy for vascular lesions or hair removal (inferred)

• Patch testing for contact dermatitis

Services Offered

Dr. Nananamibia Duffy provides comprehensive medical dermatology services for patients of all ages with acute and chronic skin conditions. Her practice emphasizes accurate diagnosis through thorough skin examination, patient education, and evidence-based treatment plans. She manages common conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis, as well as complex allergic rashes and precancerous lesions. Dr. Duffy performs in-office procedures including biopsies, excisions, cryotherapy, and intralesional injections. She also offers phototherapy for widespread psoriasis or eczema and provides patch testing to identify contact allergens. Patients consistently praise her thoroughness, clear explanations, and attentive listening. She coordinates care with primary care physicians and other specialists when needed. Cosmetic dermatology services may also be available.

• Diagnostic skin exams for moles, rashes, and suspicious lesions

• Medical management of psoriasis, acne, eczema, and rosacea

• Skin cancer screening and treatment (actinic keratosis, basal cell, squamous cell)

• Biopsy and surgical excision of cancerous or benign skin growths

• Cryotherapy for warts, skin tags, and actinic keratoses

• Intralesional steroid injections for keloids, cysts, or alopecia areata

• Phototherapy (UVB) for psoriasis and severe eczema

• Patch testing for allergic contact dermatitis

• Patient education on sun protection, skin self-exams, and trigger avoidance

• Referral to Mohs surgery or other specialists when indicated

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Medicare, PPO)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (PPO)

• CMS Medicare (Medicare)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Highmark (EPO, PPO)

• NY State Medicaid (Medicaid)

• Regence Health Plans (PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 2250 Brighton-Henrietta Town Line Rd, Rochester, NY 
Phone: (585) 424-6770

Hospital Affiliations

• Rochester General Hospital – Rochester Regional Health – Rochester, New York 

• Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester – Rochester, New York