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Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD

(21 Ratings)

Specializes in: Dermatology (Skin Disorders)

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago (2005)

Professional interests include: dry skin, panniculitis, excision, and more.

9500 Euclid Avenue Mail Code A61
Cleveland, OH 44195

(216) 444-2200

Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD is a dermatologist in Cleveland, OH specializing in dermatology (skin disorders). He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 2005 and has 20 years of experience. Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic and Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.

Office Locations

Address:

9500 Euclid Avenue Mail Code A61
Cleveland, OH 44195

Some issues Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD can help you with:

Lyme Disease

Lyme disease is a condition caused by bacteria (borrelia burgdorferi) that are transmitted via infected ticks. Most cases of Lyme disease are found in the United States East Coast and parts of the Midwest. The three main vectors of transmission for Lyme disease are:

Blacklegged (deer) ticks, which spread Lyme disease in the Northeastern, North -Central, and mid-Atlantic United States.
Western blacklegged ticks, which spread Lyme disease in the Pacific and Coastal regions of the United States.
A mother infected with Lyme disease may pass it onto a fetus.

As background, ticks lay on the tops of grass and brush, clutching onto leaves with their legs and with their arms outstretched. This formation is called "questing" and allows ticks to quickly latch onto passers-by. Within two hours of biting a person's skin, the tick slowly begins to feed from the blood of its host, which can transmit the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. This tick activity generally occurs seasonally and tick bites mostly occur during the springtime.

After being infected, people with Lyme disease may develop symptoms like fever, exhaustion, headache, joint aches, and skin rash, usually three to thirty days after the tick bite. Lyme disease is characterized by a particular skin rash called erythema migrans, which is an enlarged red rash that starts at the site of the tick bite and expands outwards. The rash is a strong indicator that someone has developed or is at risk of developing Lyme disease.

In the following few months, symptoms may worsen and progress to include:

Facial palsy (facial droop)
Headache and neck pain
Arthritis
Nerve pain and numbness
Spinal and brain inflammation
Abnormal heart rhythm (Lyme carditis)

Most cases of Lyme disease dissipate over a few months. Lyme disease may be cured by a course of oral antibiotics, such as amoxicillin or doxycycline. Other treatments may include:

Nerve blocking drugs for pain, such as gabapentin
Topical ointments for rashes

People can take action to prevent Lyme disease by exercising caution when in environments with ticks. Using insect repellant and wearing long socks and protecting clothing can help prevent tick bites. Outdoor enthusiasts should regularly perform "tick checks," evaluating their skin for small ticks, especially in areas where ticks may easily burrow. Showering within two hours of returning indoors also can reduce the likelihood of developing Lyme disease.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

In The News

“Nearly a year later, Dixon, slumped in a wheelchair and unable to walk, was referred to Cleveland Clinic, where she met Anthony Fernandez, M.D., Ph.D., a specialist in the treatment of systemic...”—"Woman walks again after rare skin condition left her immobile", Cleveland Clinic Newsroom , August 2019

diagnostic procedures	100
doctor visit	482
hospital care	123
injections	22
inpatient care	123
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	65
skin procedures	65

**Gender**
Male	352
Female	336

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	558
Black	97
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	300
From 75 to 84	177
85 and over	72
Less than 65	139

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	32
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

diagnostic procedures	107
doctor visit	485
hospital care	146
injections	22
inpatient care	146
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	76
second opinions	16
skin procedures	76

**Gender**
Male	425
Female	382

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	682
Black	91
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	334
From 75 to 84	217
85 and over	104
Less than 65	152

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	28
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

diagnostic procedures	98
doctor visit	445
hospital care	185
inpatient care	185
lab tests	15
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	51
second opinions	37
skin procedures	51

**Gender**
Male	914
Female	822

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1482
Black	164
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	44
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	806
From 75 to 84	484
85 and over	198
Less than 65	248

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

diagnostic procedures	78
doctor visit	413
hospital care	124
inpatient care	124
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	62
second opinions	12
skin procedures	62

**Gender**
Male	479
Female	410

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	774
Black	75
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	399
From 75 to 84	284
85 and over	110
Less than 65	96

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	26
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

diagnostic procedures	69
doctor visit	379
hospital care	62
inpatient care	62
lab tests	44
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	49
second opinions	43
skin procedures	49

**Gender**
Male	494
Female	493

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	846
Black	76
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	45
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	481
From 75 to 84	298
85 and over	117
Less than 65	91

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	27
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	71
doctor visit	428
hospital care	112
inpatient care	112
lab tests	62
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	44
second opinions	22
skin procedures	44

**Gender**
Male	561
Female	528

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	960
Black	62
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	42
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	507
From 75 to 84	359
85 and over	131
Less than 65	92

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

doctor visit	353
hospital care	85
inpatient care	85
lab tests	68
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	37
second opinions	75
skin procedures	37

**Gender**
Male	598
Female	555

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1026
Black	65
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	42
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	593
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	127
Less than 65	71

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	25
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

doctor visit	251
hospital care	95
inpatient care	95
lab tests	79
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	27
second opinions	37
skin procedures	27

**Gender**
Male	680
Female	575

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1131
Black	62
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	46
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	595
From 75 to 84	416
85 and over	168
Less than 65	76

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

doctor visit	390
hospital care	145
inpatient care	145
lab tests	293
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	37
second opinions	138
skin procedures	37

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD treated as a dermatologist in Cleveland, OH were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	87
doctor visit	405
hospital care	119
injections	22
inpatient care	119
lab tests	94
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	50
second opinions	47
skin procedures	50

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	450
Female	410

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	69
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	745
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	25

**Age**
85 and over	102
75 to 84	223
Less than 65	96
65 to 74	401

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Dementia	6
Cancer	9

Education & Training

Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 2005. He completed residency at University of Miami Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Dermatology - Dermatopathology Dermatology and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago (2005)

Residency: University of Miami Affiliated Hospitals (2009)

Board Certification: Dermatology - Dermatopathology Dermatology

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Cleveland, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie, Inc.	$230,340 Humira $59,127	Lupron $23,745	Skyrizi $4,370	$143,098
AbbVie Inc.	$41,975 Skyrizi $28,629	Rinvoq $138	$13,207
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.	$40,423 UVADEX $33,633	Cellex/XTS Photopheresis System $3,250	ACTHAR $15	$3,525
Mallinckrodt LLC	$32,699 CELLEXXTS PHOTOPHERESIS SYSTEM $20,755	Cellex/XTS Photopheresis System $11,888	UVADEX METHOXSALEN STERILE SOLUTION $47	ACTHAR $10
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$29,311 Sotyktu $8	$29,303
Other	$118,280 Otezla $27,513	Cellex/XTS Photopheresis System $19,031	COSENTYX $14,946	POTELIGEO $11,143	ULTOMIRIS $2,100	Other $43,547

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$346,451
Consulting Fee	$91,600
Travel and Lodging	$31,124
Food and Beverage	$14,418
Compensation for serving as faculty or as a speaker for an accredited or certified continuing education program	$6,500
Other	$2,935

Research Payments

Dr. Anthony Patrick Fernandez, PhD, MD has received 65 research payments totaling $792,076.

Biography

Dr. Anthony Fernandez is a specialist in dermatology (skin disorders). He graduated from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. Dr. Fernandez's residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with the University of Miami. His areas of expertise include the following: rosacea, moles, and acne. His average rating from his patients is 5.0 stars (out of 5). He has received the following distinctions: Finance Chair, ASDP; Caregiver Award; and Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Fernandez is professionally affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.