Dr. Mathew R. Birnbaum, MD is a dermatologist in Greenlawn, NY specializing in dermatology (skin disorders). He graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. Dr. Mathew R. Birnbaum, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System, NORTH SHORE MEDICAL GROUP OF THE MOUNT SINAI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and Mount Sinai Queens The Mount Sinai Hospital.
5 Cuba Hill Road
Greenlawn, NY 11740
Biopsy
A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove a small sample of cells for testing. The cells are examined in a laboratory to check for disease, or sometimes to see how badly a known disease is affecting them. Biopsy can be performed on any part of the body.
Although biopsy is most often associated with cancer, it can also be used to check for other diseases, such as infections. A biopsy sample can be scraped, cut, collected with a needle, taken with a machine that punches out a tiny piece, or removed with the tiny tools in an endoscope.
In most cases, a biopsy is a simple outpatient procedure. Depending on the procedure, patients may need to stop taking certain medications beforehand, such as blood thinners. It is important for patients to tell doctors if they are pregnant, as certain biopsies require the use of x-rays to guide the needle to the right location. There is usually very little pain associated with a biopsy. Patients will have to wait a few days to hear the results.
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels remove the outer layer of the skin using chemical solutions, like glycolic acid and phenol. Although most commonly performed on the face, this non-surgical procedure may be done on the neck and hands as well. Chemical peels can treat the following:
Before the procedure, a skin evaluation is done to determine which type of peel will produce the best results. Dark skin tends to respond well to light peels, while severely sun-damaged skin will likely benefit from a moderate or deep peel. Pre-treatment creams and sunscreen need to be applied every day for several weeks prior to the procedure. Doing this may help shorten the healing process.
During the peel, the area to be treated is cleaned thoroughly, and the chemical solution is applied on the skin for several minutes, which produces a stinging sensation. A neutralizing agent is then used, and the stinging sensation gradually goes away. For more intense peels, a cool compress may be placed on the area to relieve any stinging or burning, or the solution may be applied in intervals to limit exposure to the strong chemicals.
Following a light peel, there will be redness and swelling, which typically fade in a few days. Swelling after a moderate or deep peel may last for a week, and mild redness may continue for a few weeks. To help improve the final results of a peel, treated areas must be kept cool, moisturized, and protected from sunlight.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mathew R. Birnbaum, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Mathew R. Birnbaum, MD treated as a dermatologist in Greenlawn, NY were removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.
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Dr. Mathew R. Birnbaum, MD graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. He completed residency at Montefiore Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center
Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Mathew R. Birnbaum, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Mathew R. Birnbaum, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, MagnaCare, Elderplan, Oscar, United Healthcare, Aetna, Medicaid, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Cigna, 1199SEIU, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Centivo, Medicare - NY, Oxford - Freedom and Liberty, Medicare - NJ, VNSNY Choice Medicare, VillageCareMax and Partners Health Plan.
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Dr. Mathew R. Birnbaum, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 497 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Mathew R. Birnbaum, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Greenlawn, NY.
Dr. Mathew Birnbaum's specialty is dermatology (skin disorders). He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. Dr. Birnbaum studied medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. He is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System.
