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Founding Members

Join as one of the first 25 founding members of The Derm Society and get FREE lifetime membership.

A Doctoloop Physician Network

The private room for independent
dermatologists.

A curated, referral-based community for board-certified dermatologists practicing independently in NYC. Built for genuine peer connection — not networking noise.

Medical DermatologyCosmetic & LaserMohs SurgeryPediatric DermDermatopathologyProcedural Derm
How it works →
28+
NYC Dermatologists
6
Subspecialties
Private
Referral-Based
Vetted
Board-Certified Only
Free
To Apply
Our mission

Not a conference. Not a directory.
A community.

The Derm Society is a private, membership-based community for independent dermatologists in NYC. Like a private social club — intimate, high-trust, built for real collaboration. One place to connect, refer, learn, and grow your practice.

Expedited Referrals

Connect patients to a colleague you know and trust — across subspecialties, instantly, with context.

Clinical Dialogue

Private channels for case discussion, second opinions, and shared expertise with trusted peers.

Webinars & Education

Curated educational events on dermatology — when critical mass exists in a region, intimate dinners follow.

Practice Growth

SEO, marketing, and patient acquisition through Doctoloop — built exclusively for independent dermatologists.

Members

The room you want
to be in.

Board-certified. Independent. NYC-based. Every member is vetted before joining.

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Dr. Arielle Marcus, MD
Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology · Upper East Side
Founding

Specializes in inflammatory skin conditions, adult acne, and cosmetic laser treatments for skin of all tones. Cash-pay and PPO.

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Dr. Priya Sharma, MD
Mohs Surgery & Skin Cancer · Upper West Side
Founding

Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancer. Complex benign lesions and post-surgical reconstruction. Self-pay and OON.

MohsSkin CancerReconstruction
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Dr. James Okafor, MD
Dermatopathology · Brooklyn
Member

Board-certified in dermatopathology. Accepts referrals from independent practices. Rapid read turnaround. Telehealth consults available.

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25 more members — visible only after joining and completing your profile.

Member services

The vendors your practice actually needs.

Every provider has been vetted by a member. No cold pitches, no generic agencies — specialists who know dermatology.

Derm Society Marketing

Doctoloop's in-house team. SEO, content, social, and patient acquisition built specifically for independent derm practices.

Doctoloop Verified

Practice Legal

Healthcare attorneys specializing in cash-pay and concierge practice structures, patient agreements, and compliance.

Billing & Credentialing

Derm-specific billing. OON strategy, appeals, and insurance credentialing support for independent practices.

Aesthetics Equipment

Laser, energy devices, and injectables sourcing — with member-negotiated pricing and vendor introductions.

How it works

Private. Application-based.
Built to stay that way.

01

Apply

Submit your application. Board certification and independent practice are required. Enrollment is selective and determined through an application-based process.

02

Get reviewed

The Derm Society team reviews your credentials and practice fit. We look at your practice style — not just your CV.

03

Build your profile

Your Doctoloop physician profile goes live. NYC patients find you. Members see your full listing in the private directory.

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Join the network

Access the member directory, private forum, and vetted service providers. Refer. Collaborate. Grow your way.

Events & Gatherings

Learn, connect, and
meet in person.

From intimate case discussions to curated dinners — The Derm Society brings independent dermatologists together in formats that respect your time and build real relationships.

OnlineMonthly
Webinar Series

Clinical Topics in Dermatology

Monthly online sessions led by community members. Each webinar focuses on a specific clinical challenge — acne pathways, laser protocols, Mohs reconstruction, periorbital aging, and more.

Case-basedMembers only60 min
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In PersonQuarterly
Networking Dinners

Intimate Dinners for NYC Dermatologists

Small, curated gatherings — typically 10 to 16 dermatologists — hosted in a private dining setting once sufficient geographic density exists. Informal, off the record, and built for lasting referral relationships.

NYC · Coming soonMembers onlyInvite-based
Express interest
In PersonAnnual
Annual Conference

The Derm Society Summit

A full-day gathering of The Derm Society community — keynotes from leading dermatologists, interdisciplinary panels, and dedicated time to build the referral networks that improve patient care.

NYC · 2026All membersFull day
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Upcoming eventsView all →
14JUN
Laser Protocols for Skin of Color — Case Review
Webinar · Dr. Arielle Marcus · 12:00 PM EST · 60 min
Register
09JUL
Derm Society Networking Dinner — Upper East Side
In-person · NYC · Private venue · Invite-based · 7:00 PM
Express interest
TBD2026
The Derm Society Summit 2026 — Annual Conference
In-person · New York City · Full day · All members welcome
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Ready to join a community that
elevates your practice?

The Derm Society is growing. We're opening applications to board-certified dermatologists in NYC — and expanding to other cities. Enrollment is selective and application-based.

Board-certified dermatologists only · Independent practice · NYC-based