The 20 Best Acanthosis Nigricans Doctors Near Me in District of Columbia, US

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Acanthosis Nigricans near District of Columbia, US. Of these, 13 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital-Prenatal Pediatrics Institute

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Constantinos Voulgaropoulos, MD, is a faculty member in the Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes. He received his medical degree from the Aristotelian University of Thessaloniki, Greece and completed residency in pediatrics at New York Medical College. After residency, he completed his pediatric endocrinology fellowship at Washington University/St. Louis Children's Hospital. After fellowship training, Dr. Voulgaropoulos began clinical private practice at St. John's Medical Center in Missouri, then joined Children's of Minnesota where he was recognized for clinical care (A listing in Best Doctors in Minnesota) and teaching (University of Minnesota Residents Mitch Einzig Award). His clinical interests include endocrine complications that develop during long-term follow-up after bone marrow transplantation and from nervous system cancers. Dr. Voulgaropoulos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Neurohypophyseal Diabetes Insipidus. Dr. Voulgaropoulos is board certified in Pediatric Endocrinology: American Board Of Pediatrics, 1995 and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 1990.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Referral may be required

    Main Hospital

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    After graduating medical school, in University of Athens, Despoina Galetaki, MD, worked in clinical research and epidemiology for a year. She then completed her residency in pediatrics at SUNY Downstate in NYC, and is currently completing her fellowship in pediatric endocrinology and diabetes. Fellows are fully credentialed, board-certified providers who can independently practice medicine but are in further training in their specialty. This specialty training is under the supervision of an attending physician. Dr. Galetaki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypochondroplasia, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Turner Syndrome, and Cerebral Hypoxia.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Referral may be required

    Telehealth Video Visit

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Colleen Cotton, MD, is a pediatric dermatologist and assistant professor who specializes in treating children with skin problems. She sees babies, children and teenagers with all types of skin conditions including acne, birthmarks, moles, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, genetic skin problems and many others. She is particularly interested in hidradenitis suppurativa as well as blood vessel birthmarks like hemangiomas, port wine stains, and vascular anomalies. Skin problems in children are more than just skin deep, and can be emotionally and psychologically difficult for both parents and patients to deal with. Board-certified in both dermatology and pediatric dermatology, Dr. Cotton is passionate about helping patients feel confident and comfortable in their skin. She enjoys working with families to find treatments and solutions that work for them. Dr. Cotton has written numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters and has spoken at several national meetings. She is also an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, Society for Pediatric Dermatology and the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance. She participates in clinical research to improve our understanding of both common and rare pediatric skin diseases. Dr. Cotton grew up in the greater D.C., area and graduated from college at the University of Georgia. She then completed medical school at Washington University in St. Louis in 2013. After finishing her intern year in pediatrics at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, she did a year of pediatric dermatology research at the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Cotton then completed a dermatology residency at the University of Arizona, followed by a pediatric dermatology fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. She practiced in South Carolina for three years before joining the team at Children's National Hospital in 2022. Publications ORCiD. Dr. Cotton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Molluscum Contagiosum, Vascular Birthmark, and Warts. Dr. Cotton is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology, 2020 and American Board Of Dermatology, 2019.

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    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
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    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Dermatology

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 4300, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ellen Pritchett is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Pritchett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Vitiligo, GAPO Syndrome, and Keloids.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Dermatology

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 4300, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cheri Frey is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Frey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acne, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Melasma, and Pityriasis Lichenoides Chronica.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Dermatology

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 4300, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ginette Okoye is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Okoye is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Boils, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Mycosis Fungoides, and Vitiligo.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    Hu Faculty Practice Plan-Dermatology

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste 4300, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Candrice Heath is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Heath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Kerion Celsi, Atopic Dermatitis, Acne, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2141 K St NW Ste 307, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarika Snell is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Snell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. She is also highly rated in 68 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Comedones, Liver Spots, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1145 19th St NW Ste 301, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tinatin Gotsiridze is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Gotsiridze is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. She is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atopic Dermatitis, Comedones, Female Pattern Baldness, and Malignant Hypertension.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1145 19th St NW Ste 301, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Urvi Gonzales is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Gonzales is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. She is also highly rated in 67 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fetal Cystic Hygroma, Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma, Hemangioendothelioma, and Hemangioma.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required

    Gw Dermatology-Foggy Bottom South Pavilion

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adam Friedman is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Friedman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Acne, Rosacea, and Keratosis Pilaris.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Referral may be required

    Telehealth Video Visit

    111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, 
    Washington, DC 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Dauber, MD, MMSc, is the chief of endocrinology at Children’s National Hospital. As a pediatric endocrinologist, Dr. Dauber works in all areas of pediatric endocrinology, but specializes in studying and treating growth disorders. Dr. Dauber has published more than 65 studies and regularly speaks at international pediatric endocrinology conferences, discussing a variety of topics, including clinical clues to identify rare genetic growth conditions, genetic factors that influence height and the timing of puberty, as well as novel genetic disorders that he has helped identify. He is the recipient of the 2020 Richard E. Weitzman Outstanding Early Career Investigator Award from the Endocrine Society for successfully applying innovative genetic technologies to pediatric endocrinology. With a medical degree and a Master’s of Medical Sciences in Clinical Investigation from Harvard Medical School, Dr. Dauber finds it natural to merge academic research with its clinical counterparts to accelerate cutting-edge treatment and multidisciplinary care. He is currently working with pediatric health centers to integrate genomics into patient registries and electronic health records, harnessing large data sets, including whole-exome sequences, to help clinicians identify and treat high-risk patients. Over the next few years, Dr. Dauber will create an endocrinology research program at Children’s National, transforming the type of care that children with endocrine disorders receive. This will make it easier for parents to find comprehensive resources for rare conditions, thyroid problems, growth disorders, early or delayed puberty, as well as type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Dauber also has experience with guiding joint infrastructures and engines of innovation. Previously, he served as the program director and director of translational research at the interdisciplinary Cincinnati Center for Growth Disorders at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Additionally, he was the director of their Genomics First for Undiagnosed Diseases Program and guided medical residents and fellows as an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati. He held similar roles as the assistant medical director for the clinical research unit at Boston Children’s Hospital and as an assistant professor in pediatrics at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Dauber holds board certifications in pediatrics and pediatric endocrinology from the American Board of Pediatrics. He is an active member of and has received several awards and honors from the Endocrine Society, Pediatric Endocrine Society, European Society of Pediatric Endocrinology and the Society for Pediatric Research. Dr. Dauber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Hypochondroplasia, Precocious Puberty, and Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD). Dr. Dauber is board certified in Endocrinology Diabetes And Metabolism: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2011 and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2007.

    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Pediatric Endocrinology | Pediatrics | Endocrinology
    Experienced in Acanthosis Nigricans
    Pediatric Endocrinology | Pediatrics | Endocrinology
    Referral may be required

    Howard University

    2041 Georgia Ave Nw, 
    Washington, DC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gail Nunlee is a Pediatric Endocrinologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Nunlee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acanthosis Nigricans. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Graves Disease, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    What is the definition of Acanthosis Nigricans?

    Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a skin disorder in which there is darker, thick, velvety skin in body folds and creases.

    When should I see an Acanthosis Nigricans doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Acanthosis Nigricans doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Acanthosis Nigricans doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Acanthosis Nigricans doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Acanthosis Nigricans doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Acanthosis Nigricans doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acanthosis Nigricans doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Acanthosis Nigricans doctor in District of Columbia, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Acanthosis Nigricans doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Acanthosis Nigricans doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Acanthosis Nigricans doctors in District of Columbia, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acanthosis Nigricans doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Acanthosis Nigricans doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acanthosis Nigricans doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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