I'm Dr. Doris Day, an Upper East Side dermatologist and a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. I was born in New York, and I started my practice in New York City in 1998. My office is at 10 East 70th Street, Suite 1C, between Fifth and Madison Avenues, across the street from The Frick Collection and steps from Central Park.

I've built my practice around one goal: helping you look and feel like the most youthful, beautiful version of yourself, at every age.

What I bring to your care

Experience. I've been certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 1998, the same year I finished my residency at Cornell University/The New York Hospital, where I was chief resident. I'm a clinical professor of dermatology at NYU Langone Health and Bellevue Hospital.

I teach other doctors. I've supervised NYU dermatology residents at Bellevue Hospital since 1998, and I now lead injection training sessions for them. I regularly lecture at national and international meetings on lasers, injectables, hair restoration, menopause and skin longevity.

Independent recognition. Newsweek and Statista ranked me #3 on America's Best Cosmetic Dermatologists 2022 and #3 on America's Best Dermatologists 2023 (Cosmetic Dermatologists list). I've been a Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2004 and was inducted into the Castle Connolly Top Doctor Hall of Fame in 2023. The American Academy of Dermatology gave me a Presidential Citation Award in 2023.

Service to my field. I serve on the American Academy of Dermatology Nominating Committee (2025–present) and was on the Board of Directors of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery from 2016 to 2019.

Plain-language explanations. Before medical school, I earned a master's degree in journalism, with a certificate in science writing, from NYU. I've written four books, including Forget the Facelift, Beyond Beautiful and Rebooting the Biome. I've hosted a show on Doctor Radio on SiriusXM since 2008. I was a regular guest expert on The View from 2010 to 2017, and you may have seen me on Live with Kelly and Mark or FOX 5's Good Day New York.

Why I think of skin aging as optional

I don't believe in anti-aging. I believe in aging beautifully, in the healthiest way possible. I think of skin aging as epigenetic: to me, your genes are a starting point, not the whole story. Research on facial aging shows that sun exposure accounts for much of the visible aging on the face and neck [2]. Hormones shape skin too: as estrogen falls around menopause, the deeper layer of skin thins and collagen production slows [3]. Much of that is in your hands, and that is the heart of my longevity dermatology approach.

What your first visit looks like

Your first visit is a full assessment—not a quick look at one concern. I want to understand your skin in the context of your life, so we’ll talk about your goals, sleep, stress, nutrition, activity, medications, supplements, hormones, sun exposure and what you’ve already tried.

Then I'll examine your skin carefully. Then, together, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan and calendar that shows what is right for you, when to come in and what to expect at each step. I’ll prioritize the home care and in-office treatments most likely to support your goals, explain recovery and coordinate timing around important events.

The lasers and devices I use

Each device does a different job, and I match it to your skin and your goals:

• Fotona. The Fotona 4D protocol treats redness, lines, laxity and wrinkles on the face, neck, chest and body. I also use Fotona for hair restoration, and I've presented my Fotona work at Laser & Health Academy meetings in Dallas (2019) and Ljubljana, Slovenia (2024).
• UltraClear. A 2910 nm resurfacing laser for texture, tone, lines and acne scars, designed to limit heat in the surrounding skin.
• Lumenis UltraPulse CO2. My choice for deeper resurfacing, with ActiveFX, DeepFX and TotalFX treatments. I've worked with CO2 lasers since residency, when my research on CO2 laser treatment of psoriasis won the Greater New York Dermatology Society resident competition in 1998.
• Sofwave. Ultrasound energy for fine lines, wrinkles and lift on the face, under the chin and the neck.
• Tixel. A heat-based, non-laser resurfacing treatment that I use for delicate areas such as under the eyes.
• MOXI and BBL. Light and laser treatments I use to address tone, sun damage and pigmentation as part of a personalized treatment plan.
• Stellar ResurFX and XPL. Laser and light treatments I use to improve texture, tone and pigmentation as part of a personalized treatment plan.

For injectables, I use neuromodulators, hyaluronic acid fillers, Radiesse, and Sculptra. I plan injections around facial structure, aiming for a rested, natural look.

Medical skin care, too

I also see patients for skin exams, moles, acne, rosacea, eczema and psoriasis, along with hair loss, melasma and dark spots, and menopause skin changes.

Visiting the office

Day Dermatology & Aesthetics 10 East 70th Street, Suite 1C New York, NY 10021 (212) 772-0740

The office is on East 70th Street between Fifth and Madison Avenues, across from The Frick Collection, a short walk from Central Park. To book, call (212) 772-0740 or use the contact page.

Frequently asked questions

Where is your office on the Upper East Side?

Day Dermatology & Aesthetics is at 10 East 70th Street, Suite 1C, New York, NY 10021, between Fifth and Madison Avenues and across from The Frick Collection. The phone number is (212) 772-0740.

Are you board-certified?

Yes. I've been certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 1998, and I'm a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.

How long have you been in practice?

I've directed my private practice, Day Dermatology & Aesthetics, since 1998, and I've supervised NYU dermatology residents at Bellevue Hospital for the same length of time. I am now a part of The Vos Collection of elite aesthetic physicians.

Which lasers and devices do you offer?

I use a broad array of lasers and devices including Fotona (including the 4D protocol and hair restoration), UltraClear, Lumenis UltraPulse CO2, Sofwave for face and body, Sofwave Pure Impact, Tixel, Clear + Brilliant, Stellar ResurFX and XPL, mJoule MOXI BBL, VBeam, and others, along with neuromodulators, hyaluronic acid fillers and Sculptra.

Do you treat medical skin problems or only cosmetic concerns?

Both. I see patients for skin exams, moles, acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, hair loss, TMJ, melasma, acne scars, and more, as well as lasers and injectables.

What does longevity dermatology involve?

Longevity dermatology focuses on supporting the health and function of your skin all the way to the cellular level, over time. By combining daily protection and skincare with attention to sleep, stress, nutrition, movement, hormones and in-office treatments, I aim to create healthier, more resilient skin so treatments will work better, and their benefits last longer, leaving you looking your most beautiful at every age.

About the author

Doris Day, MD, FAAD is a board-certified dermatologist and Clinical Professor of Dermatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Newsweek, with Statista, consistently named her #3 on America's Best Cosmetic Dermatologists. She serves on the American Academy of Dermatology Nominating Committee (2025–present) and she advises major skin care and aesthetic companies on products and devices.

Medically reviewed by Doris Day, MD, FAAD on October 10, 2026. Last updated October 10, 2026.

Day Dermatology & Aesthetics 10 East 70th Street, Suite 1C, New York, NY 10021 (212) 772-0740

Sources

1. American Academy of Dermatology. Caring for your skin in menopause. https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-secrets/anti-aging/skin-care-during-menopause
2. Flament F, et al. Effect of the sun on visible clinical signs of aging in Caucasian skin. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2013;6:221-232. https://doi.org/10.2147/CCID.S44686
3. Thornton MJ. Estrogens and aging skin. Dermatoendocrinol. 2013;5(2):264-270. https://doi.org/10.4161/derm.23872