Dermatology

Barbara Gilchrest, MD

Consultant in Dermatology

Barbara A. Gilchrest, MD, is a renowned dermatologist specializing in skin aging, photobiology, and the effects of electromagnetic radiation on skin. Her clinical practice has focused on laser therapy, prevention of skin cancers through sun avoidance, retinoids, and photodynamic therapy for severely sun-damaged skin, as well as light-based treatments for actinic keratoses, mycosis fungoides (a cutaneous lymphoma), and uremic pruritus in patients with kidney failure. She treats common dermatologi

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Dermatology (unknown certifying body)

Education & Training

Medical School: Harvard Medical School (MD, 1971)
Undergraduate: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (BS, Mathematics, 1967)
Residency: Harvard teaching hospitals (Internal Medicine, unknown year)
Residency: Harvard teaching hospitals (Dermatology, unknown year)
Postdoctoral Fellowship: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Cellular and Molecular Biology, unknown year)

Years in Practice

55+ years

Peer Recognition

Dermatology Hall of Fame — Inductee
Marquis Who’s Who — Top Healthcare Professional
2025

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Dermatologic Oncology

Conditions & Treatments

Skin Cancer SurgeryMelanomaSkin Cancer

Insurance(s) Accepted

UnitedHealthcare

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Massachusetts General Brigham
Boston Medical Center

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Gilchrest treats

Insurance accepted

UnitedHealthcare

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Gilchrest accept UnitedHealthcare insurance?

Barbara Gilchrest's public profile lists UnitedHealthcare as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Gilchrest practice?

Barbara Gilchrest practices in Boston, MA with hospital affiliations including Massachusetts General Brigham and Boston Medical Center.

What does Dr. Gilchrest specialize in?

Barbara Gilchrest is a board-certified dermatology specialist with focus areas in Dermatologic Oncology.

How long has Dr. Gilchrest been practicing?

Barbara Gilchrest has 55+ years of clinical experience in dermatology.

What is Dr. Gilchrest's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Harvard Medical School (MD, 1971); Undergraduate: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (BS, Mathematics, 1967); Residency: Harvard teaching hospitals (Internal Medicine, unknown year).