Dermatology
Rosalie Elenitsas, MD
Director, Dermatopathology; Director, Dermatopathology Fellowship Program; Herman Beerman Professor; Professor of Dermatology in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Rosalie Elenitsas, MD, is a distinguished dermatopathologist specializing in the microscopic diagnosis of skin diseases, with a particular focus on cutaneous malignancies such as melanoma, desmoplastic melanoma, and skin cancer. She directs Penn Cutaneous Pathology Services at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where she oversees diagnostic services for complex skin biopsies and leads the dermatopathology fellowship program. Dr. Elenitsas treats conditions including eczema, contact
40+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Dermatology (American Board of Dermatology)
- Dermatopathology (American Board of Dermatology)
Education & Training
- University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine — Class of 1985
- University of Pennsylvania Health System — Fellowship, Dermatopathology, 1989 - 1991
- UPMC Medical Education — Residency, Dermatology, 1986 - 1989
- UPMC Medical Education/Mercy — Internship, Internal Medicine, 1985 - 1986
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
2023-2025 (3 years)
- Philadelphia magazine's Top Docs issue — Top Docs
2023-2025 (3 years)
- Super Doctors — Super Doctor
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Director, Penn Cutaneous Pathology Services
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Pennsylvania Hospital
- Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
- UPMC Presbyterian
Languages
English
Experience
40+ years in practice