Get to Know Dr. Dendy Engelman

Dr. Dendy Engelman is a distinguished dermatologist practicing in Manhattan with a rich academic and professional background. She graduated summa cum laude from Wofford College, earning induction into Phi Beta Kappa while double majoring in psychology and French. During her time at Wofford, she also played on the varsity volleyball team. In 2004, she earned her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina, where she was recognized as a Presidential Scholar and awarded the Humanism in Medicine Scholarship. Her dedication to service was evident through her role as a student director of MUSC’s free medical clinic in Charleston and her participation in many medical mission trips to Haiti and Kenya. She also serves as a volunteer for the Skin Cancer Foundation’s Destination Healthy Skin- offering free skin exams to those in need.

Dendy Engelman

Dermatology Excellence

Dr. Engelman completed her internship in Internal Medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Manhattan, followed by a dermatology residency at MUSC. She further specialized by completing a fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and procedural dermatology at Skin Laser and Surgery Specialists of NY & NJ. To date, she has performed over 10,000 surgical cases in cutaneous oncology.

Dr. Engelman’s Expertise at Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue

In addition to her expertise in Mohs surgery, Dr. Engelman is highly trained in cosmetic dermatology with proficiency in advanced techniques such as laser and light-based therapies, neuromodulators, injectable fillers, body contouring, vein treatments, PRP, and other minimally invasive aesthetic procedures. In 2011, Dr. Engelman was appointed Director of Dermatologic and Mohs Micrographic Surgery at New York Medical College, where she was named Attending of the Year in 2015. Since 2020, she has served as the Director of Dermatologic Surgery and Laser Medicine at Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue. 

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Shaping the Future of Dermatology

In her current role, Dr. Engelman continues to have a strong commitment to mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows. A fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and American College of Mohs Surgery, Dr. Engelman has co-authored numerous textbook chapters and been published regularly in peer-reviewed journals. She is a sought-after speaker at national and international dermatology conferences and frequently appears as a medical expert on major media platforms. Additionally, she serves as a consultant for numerous laser, pharmaceutical, and skin care companies specifically guiding new research and development in the field. She has been recognized annually by Castle Connolly as a “Top Doctor” by her peers. 

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