Dr. Rachel Kushner

About the Doctor

Dr. Rachel Kushner is a dermatologist with over 21 years of experience, specializing in dermatologic surgery. She earned her medical degree (DO) from NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her dermatology residency at HCA Florida Healthcare/USF Morsani College of Medicine GME – Tampa South/Largo Hospital (1998-2001). Dr. Kushner practices at her own practice, Dr Rachel R Kushner Dermatology Pc, in Franklin Square, New York. She has earned a 5/5 patient rating from an exceptional 1,423 reviews, along with a patient award for performing thorough exams. Her clinical expertise includes psoriasis, skin rashes, skin disorders, skin discoloration, and contact dermatitis. She is accepting new patients and accepts Cigna, Blue Cross, United Healthcare, and Medicaid.

• Over 21 years of experience in dermatology with a focus on dermatologic surgery

• 5/5 patient rating from 1,423 reviews

• Expertise in psoriasis, skin rashes, skin disorders, and contact dermatitis

• Accepting new patients and Medicaid

Education & Training

Medical School – NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency – HCA Florida Healthcare/USF Morsani College of Medicine GME – Tampa South/Largo Hospital, Dermatology (1998-2001)
Fellowship/Additional Training – None specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Psoriasis

• Skin rashes (including lichen simplex chronicus, prurigo, pruritus)

• Skin disorders (acne, rosacea, vitiligo, scleroderma, eczema)

• Skin discoloration (hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation)

• Contact dermatitis

• Actinic keratosis

• Skin cancers (basal cell, squamous cell, melanoma screening)

• Warts and viral skin infections

• Rosacea

• Atopic dermatitis (eczema)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Full body skin examination

• Cryotherapy (for warts, actinic keratoses, skin tags)

• Biopsy of skin lesions (shave, punch, excisional)

• Excision of benign and malignant skin tumors

• Topical and systemic medication management (including biologics for psoriasis)

• Intralesional corticosteroid injections (for keloids, cystic acne, alopecia areata)

• Phototherapy (UVB) for psoriasis and eczema

• Chemical peels (for acne, pigmentation)

• Dermatologic surgery for skin cancer removal

Services Offered

Dr. Kushner provides comprehensive medical and surgical dermatology care for adults and children, with a special focus on dermatologic surgery and management of chronic skin conditions. Her practice emphasizes thorough skin examinations, accurate diagnosis through biopsy, and personalized treatment plans that may include topical therapies, oral medications, phototherapy, or surgical excision. She takes time to explain conditions and treatment options clearly. Services include routine skin cancer screenings, management of psoriasis and eczema, treatment of acne and rosacea, and surgical removal of skin lesions. She also offers cosmetic dermatology procedures (such as chemical peels) and coordinates care with other specialists when needed.

• Diagnostic services – full body skin exams, dermoscopy, patch testing for contact dermatitis, skin biopsy

• Medical dermatology – management of acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, hair loss, nail disorders

• Psoriasis care – topical treatments, phototherapy, systemic agents (methotrexate, cyclosporine), biologics

• Skin cancer screening and treatment – routine monitoring, biopsy, excision of basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas

• Dermatologic surgery – excision of benign and malignant lesions, cryotherapy, electrosurgery

• Intralesional injections – for keloids, hypertrophic scars, cystic acne, alopecia areata

• Phototherapy – narrowband UVB for widespread psoriasis, eczema, or vitiligo

• Cosmetic procedures – chemical peels for acne scars, pigmentation, fine lines

• Patient education – sun protection, skincare routines, trigger avoidance for dermatitis

Accepted Insurances

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

• Cigna (PPO)

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

• NY State Medicaid (Medicaid)

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

Practice Locations

Address: 320 Franklin Ave, Franklin Square, NY, 11010
Phone: (516) 328-6252

Hospital Affiliations

Not specified. Dr. Kushner practices at her own private dermatology office.