Dermatology

Tor Shwayder, M.D.

Director, Pediatric Dermatology

Tor Shwayder, M.D., is a board-certified pediatric dermatologist specializing in skin disorders affecting children and adolescents, serving as Director of Pediatric Dermatology at Henry Ford Health in Detroit, Michigan, since 1987. He treats a wide range of conditions including eczemas, ichthyoses (scaly skin disorders), hemangiomas, vascular malformations, blistering disorders, genetic skin disorders, birthmarks, baby rashes, moles, acne, and neurofibromatosis. His patient population primarily

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Pediatrics (ABPD)
Dermatology (ABD)
Pediatric Dermatology (ABD)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School (MD, 1980)
Residency: University of Michigan (Pediatrics, 1983)
Residency: University of Rochester Medical Center (Dermatology, 1987)

Years in Practice

45+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2025
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Hour Detroit Magazine — Top Doctor
2025

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

Henry Ford Health West Bloomfield Hospital
Henry Ford Health

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Shwayder treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Shwayder accept Aetna insurance?

Tor Shwayder's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 10 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Shwayder practice?

Tor Shwayder practices in Detroit, MI with hospital affiliations including Henry Ford Health West Bloomfield Hospital and Henry Ford Health.

What does Dr. Shwayder specialize in?

Tor Shwayder is a board-certified dermatology specialist with focus areas in Pediatric Dermatology.

How long has Dr. Shwayder been practicing?

Tor Shwayder has 46+ years of clinical experience in dermatology.

What is Dr. Shwayder's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School (MD, 1980); Residency: University of Michigan (Pediatrics, 1983); Residency: University of Rochester Medical Center (Dermatology, 1987).

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