Dermatology

Richard Assaf, MD

Westlake, OH

Richard Assaf, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in procedural and cosmetic dermatology, with over 20 years of experience treating common and complex skin conditions at The Parker Skin & Aesthetic Clinic in Westlake, Beachwood, and Willoughby, Ohio. He most frequently manages psoriasis, benign or precancerous skin growths, acute skin infections, acne, and performs annual skin screenings, allergy consultations, dermatology consultations, and evaluations for sexually

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Dermatology (American Board of Dermatology)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (MD, 1990)
Internship: Oakland Naval Hospital (Internal Medicine, 1991)
Residency: University Hospitals Cleveland (Dermatology, 1999)
Fellowship: University Hospitals Cleveland (Photobiology and Immunology, 1996)
Fellowship: University Hospitals Cleveland (Medical Mycology)

Years in Practice

35+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Pediatric DermatologyProcedural Dermatology

Conditions & Treatments

EczemaPediatric Skin ConditionsPhototherapyAtopic DermatitisCosmetic DermatologySkin Cancer

Insurance(s) Accepted

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

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

UH Cleveland Medical Center
University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center
Southwest General Health Center
University Hospitals Cleveland
UH St. John Medical Center

Languages

English[2]

Conditions Dr. Assaf treats

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Assaf accept Aetna insurance?

Richard Assaf's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 17 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Assaf practice?

Richard Assaf practices in Westlake, OH with hospital affiliations including UH Cleveland Medical Center, University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, and Southwest General Health Center.

What does Dr. Assaf specialize in?

Richard Assaf is a board-certified dermatology specialist with focus areas in Pediatric Dermatology and Procedural Dermatology.

How long has Dr. Assaf been practicing?

Richard Assaf has 35+ years of clinical experience in dermatology.

What is Dr. Assaf's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (MD, 1990); Internship: Oakland Naval Hospital (Internal Medicine, 1991); Residency: University Hospitals Cleveland (Dermatology, 1999).