Dr. Nicole Francesca Velez, MD

I'm sorry to be the wet towel here, but I can't recommend this dermatologist. Dr. Velez has a sterling reputation - but I was told she only performs surgery now. I was therefor scheduled for a body skin scan with her P.A. ,Nadia. I have over 1,100 moles and growths on my body with a recent squamous cell carcinoma removed. Nadia entered the exam room without any of my prior histories (which I had hand delivered in paper form to the office). She looked at perhaps 3 growths on me, spending 5 minutes or so - and sent me on my way. A few days later I later had a Vectra360 scan performed at West Penn hospital which revealed that I have 13 alarming growths. None of these were looked at by Nadia. I don't know - is it proper to call this a dereliction of Nadia's responsibility? It certainly was the LEAST thorough skin exam I have ever had, and I have had far more than 20 in my past. I have subsequently made an appointment with another dermatologist (a Dr.) and certainly cannot recommend… Pittsburgh Skin for diagnostic needs.

I was extremely anxious upon arriving at Dr Velez's office for my appointment because I thought that a spot on my leg was skin cancer. Not only did she put my mind at ease about my main concern but she also convinced me to let her do a full skin check. She was quick, professional, and had a warm and calming demeanor that made me trust her instantly.