Dermatology

Helen Shin, MD

Section Chief, Pediatric Dermatology

Hackensack, NJ

Helen T. Shin, MD, is a board-certified pediatric dermatologist serving as Section Chief of Pediatric Dermatology at Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, New Jersey. She specializes in treating common and complex pediatric skin conditions, including acne, birthmarks, atopic dermatitis (eczema), contact dermatitis, and skin ulcers. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Shin focuses exclusively on pediatric and adolescent populations, managing both routine and specialized cases such

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Dermatology (American Board of Dermatology)
Pediatric Dermatology (American Board of Dermatology)

Education & Training

Medical School: Weill Cornell Medical College (MD, 1995)
Residency: Mount Sinai Hospital and Medical Center (Pediatrics, 1997)
Residency: New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center (Dermatology, 2000)
Fellowship: New York University Langone Medical Center (Pediatric Dermatology, 2001)

Years in Practice

30+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Pediatric Dermatology

Conditions & Treatments

EczemaPediatric Skin ConditionsAtopic Dermatitis

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Hackensack University Medical Center
Bellevue Hospital Center
NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue

Languages

English, Spanish

Conditions Dr. Shin treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Shin accept Aetna insurance?

Helen Shin's public profile lists Aetna, Amerihealth, and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 15 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Shin practice?

Helen Shin practices in Hackensack, NJ with hospital affiliations including Hackensack University Medical Center, Bellevue Hospital Center, and NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue.

What does Dr. Shin specialize in?

Helen Shin is a board-certified dermatology specialist with focus areas in Pediatric Dermatology.

How long has Dr. Shin been practicing?

Helen Shin has 31+ years of clinical experience in dermatology.

What is Dr. Shin's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Weill Cornell Medical College (MD, 1995); Residency: Mount Sinai Hospital and Medical Center (Pediatrics, 1997); Residency: New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center (Dermatology, 2000).