Expertise in
11
conditions

Dr. Joel M. Gelfand

Dermatology
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 1st Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
Before you request
Expertise in
11
conditions
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 1st Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Overview

Joel Gelfand is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Gelfand is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis, Parapsoriasis, and Pityriasis Lichenoides.

Dr. Gelfand is board certified in Dermatology, 2002. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 306 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Gelfand is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Dermatology

Licenses

Dermatology in PA

Board Certifications

Dermatology, 2002

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Clover Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Provider Partners Health Plan
  • MEDICARE SNP
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Penn Dermatology Perelman
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 1st Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Gelfand has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Psoriasis
Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Clinical Trials

A Pragmatic Trial of Home Versus Office Based Narrow Band Ultraviolet B Phototherapy for the Treatment of Psoriasis
A Pragmatic Trial of Home Versus Office Based Narrow Band Ultraviolet B Phototherapy for the Treatment of Psoriasis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 19, 2024
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
A Phase IV, Open Label Study of the Effects of Apremilast on Vascular Inflammation and Cardiometabolic Function in Psoriasis
A Phase IV, Open Label Study of the Effects of Apremilast on Vascular Inflammation and Cardiometabolic Function in Psoriasis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: November 10, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Apremilast
Study Phase: Phase 4
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306 Total Publications

Online vs In-Person Care for Atopic Dermatitis: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Online vs In-Person Care for Atopic Dermatitis: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Journal: JAMA dermatology
Published: June 24, 2026
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Penn Dermatology Perelman

3400 Civic Center Boulevard, South Pavilion, 1st Floor, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (0.1 miles away)
215-662-2737
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joel M. Gelfand

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel M. Gelfand?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel M. Gelfand by calling their office at 215-662-2737. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Joel M. Gelfand a top-rated expert for Psoriasis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joel M. Gelfand is classified as an Elite expert for Psoriasis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Joel M. Gelfand specialize in?

While Dr. Joel M. Gelfand is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis, and Parapsoriasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.

Does Dr. Joel M. Gelfand participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Joel M. Gelfand has published 306 articles and abstracts on conditions like Psoriasis. You can view a list of Dr. Joel M. Gelfand's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Joel M. Gelfand accept my insurance?

Dr. Joel M. Gelfand accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-662-2737 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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