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Dr. Carissa Summa

Dr. Carissa Summa, DO

Dermatologist ★ FEATURED
★★★★☆3.8· 8 reviews CARE SCORE 6.9
DocChecker ▲ 3.8 (8)
Long Island, Franklin Square, NY ☏ (516) 442-0133 Directions ↗

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About Dr. Carissa Summa

Dr. Summa treats patients of all ages and strives to create a warm, comfortable environment. The staff is friendly, courteous, and attentive to all patient needs. Patients' treatments and well-being are of the utmost importance and Dr. Summa strives to treat everyone with compassion and integrity.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Services & procedures 50

Cosmetic DermatologyGeneral DermatologyLasersSurgical DermatologyAnti Aging TreatmentBirth Mark RemovalBotoxChemical PeelsDermabrasionDermal Filler TreatmentJuvedermLaser Hair RemovalRadiesseScar RevisionSclerotherapyWrinklesFine Lines& Facial FoldsAcneAllergy TestingAnnual Skin ScreeningBeauty MarksBiopsySkin Tags & GrowthsCystsDandruffFacial Volume LossEczemaHyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)Follow Up VisitFungus of the skin and nailGeneral ConsultationHair LossHivesLupusMole ChecksPsoriasisRashRosaceaSkin AllergiesSkin InfectionsSTD (Sexually Transmitted Disease)Sun SpotsWartsV BeamAcne SurgeryBiopsies of suspicious lesionsCortisone InjectionsCyst ExcisionsSkin Cancer Removals

Background & credentials

Professional statement

Dr. Carissa Summa is a Board Certified Dermatologist. She graduated summa cum laude with a B.S. in Biology and Organic Chemistry. Dr. Summa then went on to study medicine at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. As a unique venture, she dedicated one year to the cutting-edge research of wound healing at Stony Brook University and contributed to textbooks in the field. Upon graduation, she was chosen for the Norman H. Ilowite Award for "Excellence in Dermatology". She completed an internship at Nassau University Medical Center and a Dermatology residency at St.Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx and Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn. She achieved chief intern and resident at all hospitals. She has authored several journal articles over the years. Upon board certification, she practiced in four offices in Palm Beach County, Florida for three years. Here Dr. Summa was a clinical instructor for residents in South Florida. She is on staff at Wellington Regional Medical Center and Palms West Medical Center in Florida. In 2008, Dr. Summa returned to New York and opened Adult and Pediatric Dermatology, P.C. in Franklin Square, N.Y. She is affiliated with North Shore LIJ, Franklin General and St. Barnabas Hospitals.

Education & training

Summa Cum Laude from Utica College of Syracuse University New York College of Osteopathic Medicine with honors in Dermatology Stony Brook Medical Center Nassau University Medical Center St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx Lutheran Medical Center

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PatientJul 2014
★☆☆☆☆via DocChecker

Wait time is long, office staff rude and unprofessional. When Dr. Summa finally comes into the room, she is in and out too quickly.

Recommendation 1/5Bedside manner 2/5Wait time 1/5
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PatientJun 2014
★★☆☆☆via DocChecker

I would not recommend this dr. Wait time is over an hour to see her and even after you get in the room you still have to wait twenty minutes. Not woth it

Recommendation 1/5Bedside manner 4/5Wait time 1/5
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PatientJun 2014
★★☆☆☆via DocChecker

Wait time absolutely ridiculous and unacceptable! Almost two hours, unacceptable!

Recommendation 2/5Bedside manner 4/5Wait time 1/5
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PatientDec 2013
★★★★★via DocChecker

Dr.Carissa Summa was very good. I waited less than 5 minutes. The doctor was very pleasant and gentle to my situation, thanks Doctor, see you soon.

Recommendation 5/5Bedside manner 5/5Wait time 5/5
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PatientDec 2013
★★★★★via DocChecker

Dr. Carissa Summa is great and effective in what she does. She is very friendly, knowledgeable and patient. I'll definitely go back there.

Recommendation 5/5Bedside manner 5/5Wait time 5/5
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Your O.Jul 2013
★★★★★via DocChecker

I saw Dr. Summa at her Port Washington location, both the doctor and her staff were focused and on point. I will be back for a follow up visit.

Recommendation 5/5Bedside manner 4/5Wait time 5/5
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PatientMay 2013
★★★★★via DocChecker

Dr. Summa is a smart dermatologist. She helped my daughter pimples and marks to go away. Finally after seeing so many doctors I found someone who really came through for us.

Recommendation 5/5Bedside manner 5/5Wait time 5/5
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PatientApr 2013
★★★★★via DocChecker

Dr Summa has an excellent office. Very Clean and comfortable.

Recommendation 5/5Bedside manner 5/5Wait time 5/5

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