Summary

Dr. Helen Shin specializes in dermatology with board certification in both general dermatology and pediatric dermatology from the American Board of Dermatology, earning her pediatric dermatology certification in 2004 and general dermatology certification in 2000. She completed her medical training through residencies at Mount Sinai Hospital and Medical Center in 1997 and New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell in 2000, followed by a fellowship at New York University Langone Medical Center in 2001. Dr. Shin is fluent in English.

Dr. Shin practices at the Pediatric and Adolescent Dermatology Center in Paramus, New Jersey, where she focuses on caring for young patients with various skin conditions. She treats birthmarks, acne, and contact dermatitis with expertise tailored to children and teenagers. Her practice includes performing pathology tests to diagnose skin conditions accurately and providing laser therapy for skin lesions. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.0 stars, reflecting their confidence in her specialized pediatric dermatology care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 31 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • New York University
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

Pediatric and Adolescent Dermatology Center

650 FROM RDPARAMUS, NJ 07652

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DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
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3.8 
31 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
PARAMUS , NJSummit , NJBronx , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Pace University Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Helen Theresa Shin

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Amerihealth
  • Cigna
  • Claritev
  • Clover Health
  • Fidelis Care
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon NJ Health)
  • Karna WTC
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare (UHC)
  • UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Medicare
  • Wellpoint

Medical Specialties

Helen Theresa Shin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Helen Theresa Shin has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Melanoma
  • Pediatric Dermatology
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Psoriasis
  • Skin Cancer
  • Vaccination
  • Vitiligo

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Helen Theresa Shin holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of New York and New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York University.

Medical School

Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1995.

NPI Number

Helen Theresa Shin's NPI number is 1396799433.

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