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Dr. May Elgash, MD is a mohs skin cancer surgeon in Philadelphia, PA specializing in mohs-micrographic surgery. She graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 2019 and has 7 years of experience. Dr. May Elgash, MD is affiliated with Yale University, Jefferson Health and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels remove the outer layer of the skin using chemical solutions, like glycolic acid and phenol. Although most commonly performed on the face, this non-surgical procedure may be done on the neck and hands as well. Chemical peels can treat the following:
Before the procedure, a skin evaluation is done to determine which type of peel will produce the best results. Dark skin tends to respond well to light peels, while severely sun-damaged skin will likely benefit from a moderate or deep peel. Pre-treatment creams and sunscreen need to be applied every day for several weeks prior to the procedure. Doing this may help shorten the healing process.
During the peel, the area to be treated is cleaned thoroughly, and the chemical solution is applied on the skin for several minutes, which produces a stinging sensation. A neutralizing agent is then used, and the stinging sensation gradually goes away. For more intense peels, a cool compress may be placed on the area to relieve any stinging or burning, or the solution may be applied in intervals to limit exposure to the strong chemicals.
Following a light peel, there will be redness and swelling, which typically fade in a few days. Swelling after a moderate or deep peel may last for a week, and mild redness may continue for a few weeks. To help improve the final results of a peel, treated areas must be kept cool, moisturized, and protected from sunlight.
Dr. May Elgash, MD graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 2019. She completed residency at Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certification: Dermatology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine (2019)
Residency: Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Board Certification: Dermatology
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
Dr. May Elgash, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. May Elgash, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), QualCare, Aetna Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, CIGNA Medicare, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, AARP, MultiPlan, CIGNA Commercial, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Workers' Compensation, Cigna, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA), Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross - Various plans, Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans, UPMC, Aetna Better Health CHIP PA, Highmark Wholecare, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.
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Dr. May Elgash specializes in MOHS-micrographic surgery. Clinical interests for Dr. Elgash include facial problems, chin augmentation, and kybella injection. She seems to honor several insurance carriers, including Blue California, Coventry, and Geisinger Health Plan. After attending Temple University School of Medicine, Dr. Elgash completed her residency training at a hospital affiliated with Oregon Health & Science University. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include Yale University and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Elgash welcomes new patients at her office inPhiladelphia, PA as reported by Jefferson Health.
