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About Dr. Ellerin

Dr. Philip S. EllerinProfessional Biography:
The Dermatology office of Philip S. Ellerin, M.D. incorporates the Ellerin Cosmetic Dermatology Center, the Dermacare Center and the Phototherapy Center, all located at 172 Cambridge Street (Rt. 3A) Burlington, Massachusetts, 01803.

Dr. Ellerin, a diplomate of the American Academy of Dermatology and board certified since 1972, is an assistant clinical professor at Tufts and Boston University Medical Schools and teaches at the Boston Medical Center where he is a clinical instructor.

Dr. Ellerin graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1965 and completed his residency at the Boston City Hospital and New England Medical Center.

In 1968 during the Vietnam War, Dr. Ellerin was honored with the Bronze Star Medal for his sentinel study of Fungal Disease leading to preventive treatment in combat troops. His publications regarding Prevention of Skin Disease During Riverine Warfare in the Mekong Delta resulted in the development of specialized footwear decreasing the incidence of foot fungus in soldiers. Following his promotion to major, he became Chief of Dermatology at Ft. Carson, Colorado.

After completing his residency in 1971, Dr. Ellerin opened his private practice in Dermatology.

Group Practice/Hospital Affiliations:
Winchester Hospital
Boston Medical Center
New England Medical Center

AAD Membership Status:
Fellow

Medical School and Year of Graduation:
Tufts University School of Medicine - 1965

Residency Training:
Resident in Dermatology Boston City Hosp / New England Medical Center - 1966 to 1967 and 1969 to 1971

Fellowship Training:
Asst. Clinical Prof. Tufts and Boston Univ. Schools of Medicine

Specialized Training:

  • Phototherapy
  • Intense Pulsed Light/Lasers (Hair Removal & Epifacial)
  • Microdermabrasion

Health Care Participation:
HMO's, PPO's

Key Professional Achievements and Awards:

  • Past President and Board of Directors Massachusetts Academy of Dermatology
  • Nominating & Membership Committees Noah Worcester Derm. Society
  • American Cancer Society Physician Recognition Award
  • Consulting Dermatologist for Boston Celtics
  • Bronze Star U.S. Army Vietnam

Gender:
Male

 

 

 

The Ellerin Cosmetic Dermatology Center is a multifaceted, state-of-the-art practice that includes medical and surgical dermatology, the most innovative aesthetic procedures, skin care and customized specialty products.

Our team approach utilizes a board certified dermatologist with 30 years experience, a registered nurse / cosmetic specialist, as well as two EpiLight and micro-
dermabrasion nurse technicians expertly trained in hair removal and skin rejuvenation. In addition, we have specially trained phototherapy technicians to handle the needs of our PSORIASIS patients.

Our office regularly utilizes in-office, cross consultations between the physician, cosmetic
nurse and technicians providing convenience and cost benefits to our patients.

When faced with a rare skin condition or treatment problem, our patients have the unique opportunity
of attending our Dermatology team seminar composed of six board certified
dermatologists from the Greater Boston area who meet on a monthly basis.

This pro-bono
consultation program has been in existence for over 25 years and has been beneficial to countless patients.

Our mission is not only to provide expert medical care for skin conditions, but also to recognize the importance of providing corrective cosmetics and daily skin care. We focus
on improving the quality and condition of aging skin, sun damaged skin, acne marked skin
and scarred skin from other causes.

Our office takes pride in the fact that we offer full service dermatology from infancy to maturity , helping our patients maintain their healthy and youthful skin.