M.D.
1849 S Osprey Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34239
941.957.4767
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Dr. Alfred Hernandez is an experienced dermatologist with
a strong academic background. Dr. Hernandez specializes in
dermatological surgery, Mohs surgery and skin cancer but also
offers cosmetic procedures. Following graduation from medical
school at the University of Miami, he was a dermatology resident
at Mt. Sinai Medical Center and the National Institutes of Health
(NIH) National Cancer Institute.
Following his residency, he held a research position at the NIH’s
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. Dr. Hernandez
spent 10 years as a professor of dermatology at the University of
Maryland and University of Tennessee. For 25 years, he taught
courses at the national board review course for dermatologists
preparing to take their certification examination. Dr. He continues to
teach medical students and dermatology residents. Dr. Hernandez
also has a record of successfully handling cases that have been
difficult to resolve. His academic approach and experience enable
him to diagnosis and treat complex skin problems.
“I enjoy taking care of people and resolving their problems. I
take care of hair, nail and skin diseases although a large part of
my practice is treating patients with skin cancer,” he said. Dr.
Hernandez is a highly experienced Mohs surgeon and utilizes this
procedure for effectively treating skin cancer because of its high
cure rate. Patients feel that his surgical skills result in excellent
cures and cosmetic results. “My patients see me because I do not
use physician assistants and my teaching background helps me
explain their diseases and treatments,” he said. “This combination
results in great patient satisfaction.”
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