The 20 Best Alopecia Totalis Doctors Near Me in New York, US

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The 20 Best Alopecia Totalis Doctors in New York, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 129 doctor with experience in Alopecia Totalis near New York, US. Of these, 102 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Amit Garg
    Distinguished in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Dermatology At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite 300, 
    Lake Success, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish

    Dr. Garg is a Professor and the Founding Chair for the Department of Dermatology at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra / Northwell. He is a Professor in the Center for Health Innovation and Outcomes Research at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. Dr. Garg also serves as Chair of the Board of Governors for Northwell Health Physician Partners. He is board certified in Dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Garg earned his medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He completed his internship and residency in dermatology at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He has held faculty positions at University of Massachusetts and at Boston University Medical Center, where he directed the Residency Training Program in Dermatology as well as the undergraduate medical curricula in dermatology for the school of medicine. Dr. Garg's funded research interests include identification of comorbidities using Big Data, and development of disease and outcome measures in hidradenitis suppurativa and psoriasis. Through his grants, Dr. Garg has also developed innovative teaching strategies to improve training and education outcomes, including the development and validation of a skin cancer OSCE. He has published a number of articles in the peer-reviewed literature and has authored several book chapters. Dr. Garg has had leadership roles within prominent national professional organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Board of Dermatology, the Accreditation Counsel of Graduate Medical Education, the Association of Professors of Dermatology, the Medical Dermatological Society, the National Psoriasis Foundation, the Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation, the Group for Research and Assessment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis, and the CHORD COUSIN Collaboration (C3). Dr. Garg also serves on editorial boards for the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. He is editor-in-chief of the first edition book on Rheumatic Skin Diseases. Dr. Garg was awarded the 2016 Thomas G. Pearson, EdD Memorial Education Award by the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Garg has achieved international recognition as a skilled medical dermatologist and a medical educator. His subspecialty expertise is in interdisciplinary based care for patients with autoimmune and inflammatory skin diseases including psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, lupus, dermatomyositis, and vasculitis. Dr. Garg is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Psoriasis, Alopecia Totalis, and Pyoderma Gangrenosum.

    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    5 E 98th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Ungar is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Ungar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Alopecia Areata, Atopic Dermatitis, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, and Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome.

    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis

    Donald Munro Fox MD PC

    30 Central Park S Rm 10A, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Antonia Kofinas is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Kofinas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Hypomelanotic Disorder, Dyschromatosis Symmetrica Hereditaria, Dyschromatosis Universalis Hereditaria, and Griscelli Syndrome.

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    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    MDCS Dermatology

    353 Veterans Memorial Highway, 
    Commack, NY 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lauren Penzi is a Dermatologist in Commack, New York. Dr. Penzi has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Alopecia Totalis, Pili Torti, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.

    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis

    1 Bushwick Road, Suite D

    1 Bushwick Road, Suite D, 
    Poughkeepsie, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Melville Hughes is a Dermatologist in Poughkeepsie, New York. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatic Hemangioma, Contact Dermatitis, Female Pattern Baldness, and Malignant Hypertension.

    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Nyu

    240 E 38th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jerry Shapiro is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Shapiro is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome, Lichen Planus, and Islet Cell Transplantation.

    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    David L. Cohen M.D. P.C.

    1800 Rockaway Ave Ste 208, 
    Hewlett, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Cohen is a Dermatologist in Hewlett, New York. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Pustular Folliculitis, Comedones, Lichen Simplex Chronicus, and Membranous Nephropathy.

    Mary A. Poole
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Alopecia Totalis
    Internal Medicine

    Northwell Health Physician Partners University Physicians Group Medicine At Third Avenue

    8012 3rd Avenue, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Poole is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Poole is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Sitosterolemia, Alopecia Totalis, and Bronchitis.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Ryan Chelsea Clinton Community Health Center

    645 10th Ave, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Smith is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Sebaceous Adenoma, Syringoma, Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum, and Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    5 E 98th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Angela Lamb is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Lamb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Giant Congenital Nevus, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, and Neurocutaneous Melanosis.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Lighte

    2001 Marcus Ave Ste E130, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mimi Bansal is a Dermatologist in New Hyde Park, New York. Dr. Bansal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Contact Dermatitis, Spider Angioma, Telangiectasia, and Exfoliative Dermatitis.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis

    Advanced Dermatology Care PC

    2318 31st St Ste 320, 
    Astoria, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Nicolaides is a Dermatologist in Astoria, New York. Dr. Nicolaides is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Ecthyma, Tinea Versicolor, Pityriasis Alba, and Plaque Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Javier Zelaya MD PC

    254 Prospect Park W, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Javier Zelaya is a Dermatologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Zelaya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Acne, Trichoepithelioma, Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma, and Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Metropolitan Radiation Oncology Consulting PC

    686 Stoneleigh Ave, 
    Carmel, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cindy Hoffman is a Dermatologist in Carmel, New York. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Liver Spots, Universal Acquired Melanosis, Melanoma, and Muir-Torre Syndrome.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Donald Munro Fox MD PC

    30 Central Park S Rm 10A, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Judith Hellman is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Hellman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Dyschromatosis Symmetrica Hereditaria, Hypomelanotic Disorder, Griscelli Syndrome, and Dyschromatosis Universalis Hereditaria.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Office

    8701 56th Ave Fl 1, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Huachen Wei is a Dermatologist in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Wei has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. His top areas of expertise are Contact Dermatitis, Shingles, Lichen Simplex Chronicus, and Jock Itch.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis

    Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    5 E 98th St, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexandra Golant is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Golant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriasis, Mycosis Fungoides, and Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Office

    116 Central Park S Ste 7, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adebola Dele is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Dele is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Acne, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, and Melasma.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Dr Rachel R. Kushner Dermatology PC

    320 Franklin Ave, 
    Franklin Square, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rachel Kushner is a Dermatologist in Franklin Square, New York. Dr. Kushner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Dyschromatosis Symmetrica Hereditaria, Dyschromatosis Universalis Hereditaria, Hypomelanotic Disorder, and Griscelli Syndrome.

    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Totalis
    Dermatology

    Office

    185 Canal St Ste 506, 
    New York, NY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elaine Kung is a Dermatologist in New York, New York. Dr. Kung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Totalis. Her top areas of expertise are Atopic Dermatitis, Keloids, Comedones, and Hives.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Alopecia Totalis?

    Alopecia totalis (AT) is a condition characterized by the complete loss of hair on the scalp. It is an advanced form of alopecia areata a condition that causes round patches of hair loss. Although the exact cause of AT is unknown, it is thought to be an autoimmune condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the hair follicles. Roughly 20% of affected people have a family member with alopecia, suggesting that genetic factors may contribute to the development of AT.

    When should I see an Alopecia Totalis doctor in New York, 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 Alopecia Totalis doctor in New York, 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 Alopecia Totalis doctors in New York, 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 Alopecia Totalis doctors in New York, 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 Alopecia Totalis doctor in New York, 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 Alopecia Totalis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Alopecia Totalis 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 Alopecia Totalis doctor in New York, 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 Alopecia Totalis 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 Alopecia Totalis 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 Alopecia Totalis doctors in New York, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Alopecia Totalis 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 Alopecia Totalis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Alopecia Totalis 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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