Dr. Murray Cotter, MD, PhD | Petoskey, MI | Dermatologic Surgery

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Dr. Cotter grew up in the Detroit area, and received his BS, MD, and PhD at the University of Michigan. He completed his dermatology residency at the University of Utah and completed a fellowship in Mohs surgery and cosmetic dermatology at the University of California at San Francisco. Dr. Cotter is board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and American College of Mohs Surgery. He's authored scientific publications, textbook chapters, and holds a US patent. He serves Advanced Dermatology as Associate Medical Director and as part of its MEC. Dr. Cotter enjoys time with his wife and stepsons, cycling, skiing, travelling, and reading.

accepting new patients
4.1

33 Ratings
23 years of experience
40 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University of California, San Francisco
10 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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Dr Cotter is very professional and polite about examining my skin and respects my privacy.

October 7th, 2019

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Basal cell carcinoma - this doctor cotter is the best in my opinion, he took something on my face and made it look amazing, How can you beat that - dr. Carter, keep up the good work my friend. ????????

November 2nd, 2018

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Very please with overall experience that my bf Chad Wallace had. Staff, Facility and of course procedure were all on point! Thank you!

March 5th, 2018

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Dr. Cotter was extremely approachable and was not at all condescending in his explanation of the procedure. He listened and answered my questions and was not put out by my inquiries. I was very pleased with his service as well as his staff.

January 15th, 2018

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Brought in my elderly mom for mohs surgery on her nose. She was very scared, because of a previous surgery with a downstate dr. who had not very nice to her. Dr Cotter assured her he would be gentle. And he was, he talked us through the procedure and calmed all our concerns. Highly recommend him. Staff is top notch!!

March 16th, 2017

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He found my Melanoma early!

April 13th, 2016

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Seen Dr. and after two visits sent a skin biopsy in to be tested ,one week later and have not gotten any results .

February 4th, 2016

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Excellent ,very accommodating, friendly. Professional treatment. Highly recommended.

January 16th, 2016

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no follow up, treated me for one kind of cancer and it ended up being a different skin cancer. Told me he got the cancer 100% after two visits he sent me to ent where I had to have surgery radiation and chemo. would not see him ever again.

July 14th, 2015

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poor know it all attitude, seeks respect rather than earns it, slow in fast out policy, no respect from patient input.

June 2nd, 2015

Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery - Petoskey

4170 Cedar Bluff DrPetoskey, MI 49770

Tel: (989) 614-4570

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Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery - Portage

6100 Newport Rd Ste 100Portage, MI 49002

Tel: (269) 399-4282

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Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery - Traverse City

4020 Copper Vw Ste 130Traverse City, MI 49684

Tel: (231) 272-5083

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Dr. Murray Cotter, MD, PhD	Dr. Tova Rogers, MD	Dr Trevor O'brien, MD	Dr. Brian Gelb, MD
Dermatologic Surgery	Dermatology	Dermatology	Dermatology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (33 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	1 (1 Rating)	2.4 (9 Ratings)
23 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Petoskey , MI	Charlevoix , MI	Petoskey , MI	Alpena , MI
Med School: University of Michigan Medical School	Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine	Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine	Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
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Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
Actinic Keratosis
Basal Cell
Dermatology
Excision
Kaposi Sarcoma
Melanoma
Mole
Psoriasis
Rash
Rosacea
Skin Biopsy
Skin Cancer

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Dermatology

Dermatology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of California, San Francisco

Medical School

University of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 2003

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