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Dr. Schweiger received his medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City and did his post-doctoral training at New York University and University of Kansas Medical Center, where he served as chief dermatology resident. Dr. Schweiger currently serves as Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical School in New York City.
Dr. Schweiger specializes in cosmetic dermatology, with a focus on laser therapy, injectables and the treatment of acne and acne scars. His clinical studies and peer-reviewed articles have been published in many journals, including Journal of Drugs and Dermatology, Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy and Journal of the Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Schweiger pioneered an advanced method of treating acne scars called Focal Acne Scar Treatment (F.A.S.T.) using the fractional CO2laser at an increased energy level on areas of acne scarring. His findings were published in Journal of Drugs in Dermatology in 2013 and have since received much acclaim and attention. Acne scar patients from around the globe continue to seek out Dr. Schweiger for F.A.S.T.
Dr. Schweiger started Schweiger Dermatology Group in 2010 with one office and a single employee and has since grown the practice to over 20 offices with locations throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Rockland County, and New Jersey. SDG currently provides advanced dermatology services to over 250,000 patients annually and offers unique patient benefits including same-day scheduling. Dr. Schweiger’s vision is to make top-notch dermatology services easily accessible in the Tri-State area by opening new practices and revitalizing existing practices throughout the metro New York City area.
Dr. Schweiger is frequently called upon by the media to lend his expertise on cosmetic dermatology and has been featured in numerous publications, including Harpers Bazaar, Marie Claire, In Style, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Dr. Oz The Good Life and Allure. Dr. Schweiger is also a seasoned on-air personality and has appeared on Good Morning America, Fox News, Dr. Steve Show, ABC Eyewitness News, and CBS’s The Couch.
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Hospital Affiliations
- Mount Sinai Queens
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
About Me
Dr. Schweiger received his medical degree at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City and did his post-doctoral training at New York University and University of Kansas Medical Center, where he served as chief dermatology resident. Dr. Schweiger currently serves as Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical School in New York City.
Dr. Schweiger specializes in cosmetic dermatology, with a focus on laser therapy, injectables and the treatment of acne and acne scars. His clinical studies and peer-reviewed articles have been published in many journals, including Journal of Drugs and Dermatology, Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy and Journal of the Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Schweiger pioneered an advanced method of treating acne scars called Focal Acne Scar Treatment (F.A.S.T.) using the fractional CO2laser at an increased energy level on areas of acne scarring. His findings were published in Journal of Drugs in Dermatology in 2013 and have since received much acclaim and attention. Acne scar patients from around the globe continue to seek out Dr. Schweiger for F.A.S.T.
Dr. Schweiger started Schweiger Dermatology Group in 2010 with one office and a single employee and has since grown the practice to over 20 offices with locations throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Rockland County, and New Jersey. SDG currently provides advanced dermatology services to over 250,000 patients annually and offers unique patient benefits including same-day scheduling. Dr. Schweiger’s vision is to make top-notch dermatology services easily accessible in the Tri-State area by opening new practices and revitalizing existing practices throughout the metro New York City area.
Dr. Schweiger is frequently called upon by the media to lend his expertise on cosmetic dermatology and has been featured in numerous publications, including Harpers Bazaar, Marie Claire, In Style, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Dr. Oz The Good Life and Allure. Dr. Schweiger is also a seasoned on-air personality and has appeared on Good Morning America, Fox News, Dr. Steve Show, ABC Eyewitness News, and CBS’s The Couch.
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Position
Hospital Affiliations
- Mount Sinai Queens
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
Clinical Focus
- Acne
- Acne Scars
- Eczema
- Genital Warts
- Moles
- Psoriasis
- Rosacea
- Skin Cancer
- Varicose Veins
Education
MD, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Residency, Internal Medicine
NYU Medical Center
Residency, Dermatology
University of Kansas Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Dermatology
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Insurance Information
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- Physician Office110 East 55th Street, 14th Floor, New York, NY, 10022
- Office35 East 35th St, Suite 208, New York, NY, 10016
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Publications
Selected Publications
- The efficacy and safety of topical dapsone gel, 5% for the treatment of acne vulgaris in adult females with skin of color. Andrew F. Alexis, Cheryl Burgess, Valerie D. Callender, Jo L. Herzog, Wendy E. Roberts, Eric S. Schweiger, Toni C. Stockton, Conor J. Gallagher. Journal of Drugs in Dermatology
- Fractional CO2 lasers for the treatment of atrophic acne scars: A review of the literature. Lauren Rose Magnani, Eric S. Schweiger. Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy
- Focal acne scar treatment (FAST), a new approach to atrophic acne scars: A case series. Eric S. Schweiger, Lauren Sundick. Journal of Drugs in Dermatology
Industry Relationships
Physicians and scientists on the faculty of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai often interact with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology companies, and other outside entities to improve patient care, develop new therapies and achieve scientific breakthroughs. In order to promote an ethical and transparent environment for conducting research, providing clinical care and teaching, Mount Sinai requires that salaried faculty inform the School of their outside financial relationships.
Dr. Schweiger has not yet completed reporting of Industry relationships.
Mount Sinai's faculty policies relating to faculty collaboration with industry are posted on our website. Patients may wish to ask their physician about the activities they perform for companies.
Physicians and scientists on the faculty of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai often interact with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology companies, and other outside entities to improve patient care, develop new therapies and achieve scientific breakthroughs. In order to promote an ethical and transparent environment for conducting research, providing clinical care and teaching, Mount Sinai requires that salaried faculty inform the School of their outside financial relationships.
Dr. Schweiger has not yet completed reporting of Industry relationships.
Mount Sinai's faculty policies relating to faculty collaboration with industry are posted on our website. Patients may wish to ask their physician about the activities they perform for companies.