Title: Director
Company: Maryland Dermatology, Laser, Skin & Vein Institute
Location: Hunt Valley, Maryland, United States
Robert A. Weiss, MD, Director at Maryland Dermatology, Laser, Skin & Vein Institute, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Doctors for dedication, achievements, and leadership in Health Care.
Dr. Weiss has established a distinguished career in dermatology, marked by his pioneering contributions to the field. As the director of the Maryland Dermatology, Laser, Skin & Vein Institute in Hunt Valley, Maryland, since 1985, he has dedicated nearly four decades to advancing dermatological practices. Dr. Weiss’s role involves interviewing patients for potential enrollment in new trials and seeing patients two days a week, reflecting his commitment to both research and clinical practice.
In addition to his directorial duties, Dr. Weiss serves as an adjunct associate professor of dermatology at the University of Maryland in the school of medicine in College Park, a position he has held since 2013. His academic involvement dates back to his tenure as an associate professor at the school of medicine at The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, from 1986 to 2013. These roles underscore Dr. Weiss’s dedication to educating future generations of dermatologists and making significant contributions to academic discourse for more than 35 years.
Dr. Weiss’s academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Science in Biology, cum laude, from Columbia University in 1974 and a Doctor of Medicine from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1978. He also completed fellowship training in dermatology at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Weiss is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology and the American Board of Medical Specialties, credentials that have supported his extensive contributions to the field of dermatology.
Dr. Weiss’s career is further distinguished by his leadership within professional organizations. He is the president of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Inc. and a past president of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery Inc. and the American Vein and Lymphatic Society. Dr. Weiss’s influence in these roles has been instrumental in shaping policies and advancing the field of dermatologic surgery. Additionally, Dr. Weiss remains active with the Phi Beta Kappa Society at Columbia University.
Beyond his primary professional engagements, Dr. Weiss has been performing free skin cancer screenings at local hospitals through the American Academy of Dermatology since 1995, where he also spent many years serving on the organization’s board. Dr. Weiss has enjoyed the opportunity to give back in a way that makes a positive impact on society.
A prolific author, Dr. Weiss has contributed to over 10 textbooks, with topics ranging from cosmetic dermatology to lasers in dermatology. Notably, he co-authored “Lasers and Energy Devices for the Skin” in 2013. His work on endovenous ablation, a treatment alternative to vein stripping, stands out as a career highlight, documented in two of his textbooks. This innovation reflects Dr. Weiss’s expertise and dedication to improving patient outcomes.
Dr. Weiss has received several accolades in recognition of his success and contributions to health care, including the Leon Goldman Award from the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery Inc. and multiple Presidential Awards from the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Looking ahead, Dr. Weiss aims to develop long-term solutions for melasma and create advanced devices by integrating artificial intelligence. His focus on environmentally friendly innovations includes a device that uses water instead of harmful refrigerants for skin cooling, thereby enhancing safety and efficacy in laser treatments. These goals reflect Dr. Weiss’s ongoing commitment to advancing dermatological care globally.
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