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BEST Board-Certified NYC Dermatologist Dr. Susan Binder MD

Award-Winning & Renowned Upper East Side Dermatology Practice

Dr. Susan Binder is a board-certified dermatologist with extensive experience in both medical and cosmetic dermatology. She is a proud member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons. Dr. Binder earned her medical degree with honors in dermatology from the New York University School of Medicine, following her undergraduate studies at NYU. Her training includes an internship at Yale University, a dermatology residency at SUNY Downstate, and prior medical residency training at Yale–New Haven Hospital.

 

Coming from a long family tradition of physicians, Dr. Binder is part of a legacy spanning four generations. She currently serves as a faculty member at Mount Sinai Hospital and Columbia University–New York Presbyterian Hospital, where she has been teaching medical and cosmetic dermatology for over 15 years. Throughout her career, Dr. Binder has mentored numerous residents in both dermatology disciplines, offering guidance and expertise in the field.

 

Dr. Binder’s dermatology expertise has been recognized by peers and patients alike. She has been named one of Castle Connolly's Top Doctors in New York from 2017 to 2025 and was recognized in 2025 as one of the Exceptional Women in Medicine, cementing her status as one of the leading dermatologists in New York. For over a decade, Dr. Binder has also contributed to InStyle magazine, where she shares her in-depth knowledge on dermatology and cosmetic procedures, offering skin care tips to a broad audience.

  • What Is Your Approach To Dermatology?
    The skin is our largest and most visible organ, and skin issues can be stressful. Dr. Binder takes a holistic approach, considering diet, exercise, and lifestyle in treating medical dermatology conditions like acne, psoriasis, rashes, and eczema. She ensures every patient feels heard and understood, focusing on overall well-being to support skin health and healing. Skin Cancer Screening and Treatment With over 20 years of experience and thousands of successful procedures, Dr. Binder is a meticulous and accomplished surgeon. She utilizes dermoscopy technology when evaluating skin lesions and moles. This device aids in detecting skin cancers early and helps minimize unnecessary biopsies. Hair Loss Dr. Binder is an expert in hair loss diagnosis and treatment. Whether you are dealing with an acute issue or long-term hair loss, she will make sure to help figure out root causes and best possible treatments. She works with a specialized pharmacy that focuses on hair loss and performs in office procedures like Platelet Rich Plasms (PRP) injections, microneedling and mesotherapy with prescription therapeutics. Dr. Binder can guide you through your options and help you choose the best treatments to improve the results.

Featured Review of Susan Binder MD, Dermatologist by Heather Neufeld on Google

68 East 86th St. 
New York, NY 10028
646.661.1622
Info@BinderDermatology.com

"I have been seeing Dr. Binder for years and I cannot recommend her more highly! She's compassionate, knowledgeable, and friendly, and she always makes me feel comfortable. I have seen her for both annual skin exams and cosmetic procedures, and she's wonderful at both. If you need a dermatologist, you will not find better than Dr. Binder!"

We’re Proud of Our 5.0 Rating Across 15+ Reviews on Google

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