Who are you, in one plain sentence?
Dr. Roy G. Geronemus is a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at NYU Medical Center, Medical Director of the Vascular Birthmarks Foundation, and a pioneer of laser dermatology for port wine stains and vascular birthmarks who opened a new private boutique practice in Manhattan in January 2025 — one of the most recognized names in the laser treatment of capillary malformations in the world.
What is your specialty within vascular anomalies?
Laser and cosmetic dermatology with a pioneering specialty in the laser treatment of vascular birthmarks — particularly port wine stains, hemangiomas, and telangiectasias. Dr. Geronemus’s contribution to this field is specific and documented: he developed and refined pulsed dye laser techniques for vascular lesions that are now adopted worldwide. His published research spans port wine stain treatment, early intervention for vascular birthmarks in infancy, hemangioma management, and laser technology innovation. He has advocated specifically for early intervention in vascular birthmarks during infancy — a position with direct clinical implications for families who find this directory at the moment of diagnosis. Worth understanding: Dr. Geronemus’s practice is dermatologic and laser-based — not surgical, not interventional radiology, not systemic pharmacologic. For port wine stains and surface capillary malformations, he represents one of the most experienced practitioners in the country.
Where do you practice and how do I reach you?
New private practice opened January 2025: 110 East 60th Street, Suite 1108, New York, NY 10022 (between Park & Lexington). Phone: 212.663.0400. Website: roygeronemusmd.com. Clinical affiliation: NYU Medical Center, Clinical Professor of Dermatology. Medical Director: Vascular Birthmarks Foundation (birthmark.org). Worth noting: the transition to private boutique practice in January 2025 represents a change from his long-standing directorship of the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York — verify current scheduling and insurance acceptance directly.
What makes you notable in this field?
The Vascular Birthmarks Foundation’s choice of Dr. Geronemus as Medical Director is the community’s own imprimatur — the organization specifically built to advocate for patients with vascular birthmarks selected him as their clinical anchor. For a family navigating a port wine stain on a newborn’s face — trying to understand what early laser treatment can and cannot achieve, whether to start treatment in infancy, and which technology is appropriate — Dr. Geronemus’s published advocacy for early intervention and his nearly four decades of laser dermatology experience make him one of the most specific and credentialed resources in the country. Recognized by New York Magazine as a top dermatologist 28 times. Castle Connolly Top Doctor 2025. Newsweek #4 America’s Best Cosmetic Dermatologists (2023). 367+ publications.
In the Published Record
Dr. Geronemus graduated from Harvard University and the University of Miami School of Medicine. He trained in dermatology at New York University Medical Center, where he was chief resident and subsequently underwent fellowship training in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology. He founded the laser program at NYU Medical Center and served nine years as chief of dermatologic and laser surgery. He served as Past President of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery — the two primary professional organizations for his specialty. He is Chairman of the Board of the New York Stem Cell Foundation. The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery awarded him the Ellet Drake Award for outstanding contributions to laser medicine and the Leon Goldman Award for excellence in clinical laser research.
In January 2025, Dr. Geronemus launched a new boutique private practice at 110 East 60th Street, transitioning from his long-standing role as Director of the Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York. He continues as Clinical Professor at NYU Medical Center and Medical Director of the Vascular Birthmarks Foundation. His collection of advanced laser systems for vascular treatment includes VBeam, excel V, ClearV, and the MIRIA by AVAVA system.
Source: roygeronemusmd.com · birthmark.org/doctor/dr-roy-geronemus/ · pressadvantage.com (January 2025 new practice announcement) · nyulangone.org/doctors/1730172685/roy-g-geronemus · en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Geronemus. Verified: July 2026. New practice opened January 2025 — confirm current scheduling and insurance.
Practitioner Profile
| Name / Credentials | Roy G. Geronemus, MD |
| Primary Specialty | Laser Dermatology · Vascular Birthmarks · Port Wine Stains · Hemangiomas |
| Current Practice | Private practice (opened January 2025) · 110 East 60th Street, Suite 1108, New York, NY 10022 |
| Phone | 212.663.0400 |
| Website | roygeronemusmd.com |
| Academic Affiliation | Clinical Professor of Dermatology, NYU Medical Center |
| Foundation Role | Medical Director, Vascular Birthmarks Foundation (birthmark.org) |
| Prior Role | Director, Laser & Skin Surgery Center of New York (long-standing, until 2025) |
| Training | Harvard University (undergrad) · University of Miami School of Medicine · NYU Medical Center — Chief Resident, Dermatology · Mohs/Cutaneous Oncology Fellowship |
| Published Record | 367+ publications · Port wine stain · Hemangioma · Laser technology development |
| Recognition | Castle Connolly Top Doctor 2025 · NY Magazine Top Dermatologist (28 times) · Newsweek #4 Cosmetic Dermatologist (2023) · Ellet Drake Award · Leon Goldman Award |
| Note | Laser/dermatology scope — not surgical or interventional. Optimal for port wine stains and surface capillary malformations. New practice January 2025. |
Verification & Catalog Status
Catalog Cross-Reference: Pending — see Care4-Rare Compendium