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Dr. Joseph Merola, MD

Dermatology* Age 44
Dr. Joseph Merola, MD
4.5 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. Joseph Merola, MD is a Dermatologist in Boston, MA.
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Dr. Joseph Merola, MD

Dermatology* Age 44
Boston, MA
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Joseph Merola, MD is a Dermatologist in Boston, MA.

About

Dr. Joseph Merola, MD is a Dermatologist in Boston, MA and has 19 years experience. They graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 2005 and completed a residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital - Internal Medicine|New York University Medical Center - Dermatology.They currently practice at Brigham and Women's Hospital and are affiliated with Newton - Wellesley Hospital, Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital and Brigham And Women's Hospital. Dr. Merola has experience treating conditions like Psoriasis, Nail Infection and Dermatomyositis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Merola received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Merola also speaks French. Dr. Merola is board certified in Dermatology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Psoriasis
Nail Infection
Dermatomyositis
Psoriasis
Nail Infection
Dermatomyositis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Systemic Sclerosis
Actinic Keratosis
Alopecia
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Arthritis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Birthmark
Contact Dermatitis
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Darier Disease
Diabetes Skin Lesion
Dry Skin
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Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Fever
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Fungal Nail Infection
Hair Loss
Hives
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Hypertrophic Scar
Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
Intertrigo
Itchy Skin
Joint Pain
Keloid Scar
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lichen Planus
Lipomas
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Lupus
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Malaise and Fatigue
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Polymyositis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Seborrheic Keratosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Skin Cancer
Skin Ulcer
Systemic Vasculitis
Tinea Versicolor
Vasculitis
Warts
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Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
Excision of Skin Lesion
Wart Freezing
Acanthosis Nigricans
Acne
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Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Amyloidosis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Bedsores
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Behçet's Disease
Boil
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Bullous Pemphigoid
Burn Injuries
Bursitis
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Callus
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Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Churg-Strauss Syndrome
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Cold Sore
Cryoglobulinemia
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatographic Urticaria
Difficulty With Walking
Discoid Lupus
Dupuytrens Contracture
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Cosmetics
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Metals
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Erythema Nodosum
Erythromelalgia
Excessive Sweating
Fibromyalgia
Folliculitis
Genital Herpes
Genital Warts
Gout
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Granuloma of Skin
Guttate Psoriasis
Hammer Toe
Herpes Simplex Infection
Hidradenitis
Hypertrophic Lichen Planus
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Impetigo
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Ingrown Nail
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Jock Itch
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Low Back Pain
Lymphadenopathy
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Onychogryphosis
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pemphigoid
Pemphigus
Plantar Wart
Poison Ivy
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Purpura
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Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Sarcoidosis
Scabies
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Scleroderma
Seborrhea Capitis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shingles
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Skin Discoloration
Skin Diseases
Spider Veins
Spondylitis
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Sunburn
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Takayasu's Arteritis
Telogen Effluvium
Trigger Finger
Varicose Eczema
Varicose Veins
Vitiligo
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Wegener's Granulomatosis
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Bone Density Scan
Botox® Injection
Destruction of Penile Lesion
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Excision
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Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Skin Cancer
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Melanoma Screening
Mole Evaluation
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Steroid Injection
Ultrasound

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  • Choice Care PPO
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    Navigate POS
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Locations

  1. 1 Brigham and Women's Hospital
    221 Longwood Ave # 620C, Boston, MA 02115

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Feb 10, 2021
Very kind and knowledgeable Doctor. I was very impressed with him. And his Staff were also very caring.
Jen Sheehan — Feb 10, 2021
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Joseph Merola, MD is a dermatologist in Boston, MA and has over 18 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 2005. He specializes in Dermatology and Rheumatology.
Biography
Languages Spoken
French
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Dermatology
Rheumatology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • New York University Grossman School of Medicine
    2005
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Dermatology and Rheumatology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania|Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital - Internal Medicine|New York University Medical Center - Dermatology
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital - Rheumatology
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joseph Merola, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Merola's profile.

Dr. Merola frequently treats the following conditions: Psoriasis, Nail Infection and Dermatomyositis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Joseph Merola, MD is affiliated with Newton - Wellesley Hospital, Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital and Brigham And Women's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Joseph Merola, MD holds board certification in Dermatology and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Newton - Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St, Newton, MA

  • Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital

    1153 Centre St, Boston, MA

  • Brigham And Women's Hospital

    75 Francis St, Boston, MA