Dermatology

Karen Riggs, M.D.

Dermatologist

Media, PA

Karen Riggs, M.D., is a board-certified dermatologist practicing in Media, Pennsylvania, with over 20 years of experience specializing in medical dermatology and dermatologic surgery. She focuses on treating common and complex skin conditions including skin cancer, acne, psoriasis, nail infections, and hidradenitis suppurativa, with extensive expertise in skin cancer diagnosis and excision procedures performed more frequently than by similar providers. Dr. Riggs also manages hyperhidrosis and pr

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Dermatology (American Board of Dermatology)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (MD, 2004)
Internship: Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System (Internal Medicine, 2005)
Residency: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University (Dermatology, 2008)

Years in Practice

22+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
Philadelphia Magazine — Top Doctor
2021, 2025 (2 years)

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Medical Dermatology

Conditions & Treatments

EczemaAtopic DermatitisAcnePsoriasisSkin Cancer

Insurance(s) Accepted

90 Degree BenefitsASR Health Benefits

AetnaAllegiance Health PlansAspirus Health Plan

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

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Riddle Hospital
Center for Heart & Vascular Health at Christiana Hospital
Crozer-Chester Medical Center
Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania-Penn Presbyterian
Riddle Memorial Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Riggs treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Riggs accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

Karen Riggs's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, ASR Health Benefits, and Aetna plus 43 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Riggs practice?

Karen Riggs practices in Media, PA with hospital affiliations including Riddle Hospital, Center for Heart & Vascular Health at Christiana Hospital, and Crozer-Chester Medical Center.

What does Dr. Riggs specialize in?

Karen Riggs is a board-certified dermatology specialist with focus areas in Medical Dermatology.

How long has Dr. Riggs been practicing?

Karen Riggs has 22+ years of clinical experience in dermatology.

What is Dr. Riggs's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (MD, 2004); Internship: Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System (Internal Medicine, 2005); Residency: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University (Dermatology, 2008).