Dermatology
Kira Minkis, M.D., PH.D.
New York, NY
Dr. Minkis received her Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry with Honors at the New York University. She pursued her medical education and doctorate in molecular oncology and immunology at New York University School of Medicine. Her doctoral dissertation research focused on studying the immune response to melanoma and development of a therapeutic vaccine for melanoma. Dr. Minkis completed her training in dermatology at New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center, where she was a
17+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- American Board of Dermatology
Education & Training
- Medical School: New York University School of Medicine (MD, PhD in Molecular Oncology and Immunology)
- Residency: NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical Center (Dermatology)
- Fellowship: Northwestern University (Procedural Dermatology, Mohs Micrographic Surgery)
- Fellowship: American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2024-2026 (3 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- Distinguished House Staff Award, Weill Cornell Medical Center
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Mohs Micrographic SurgeryProcedural Dermatology
Conditions & Treatments
Atopic DermatitisCosmetic DermatologySkin CancerPhototherapyMohs SurgerySkin Cancer SurgeryEczemaPediatric Skin ConditionsSkin Biopsy and PathologyDermatopathology
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- New York-presbyterian Hospital
Experience
17+ years in practice