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Resnik Skin Institute
Aventura, FL
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Barry Resnik, MD, is the Medical Director at the Resnik Skin Institute in Aventura, FL and is a Voluntary Clinical Professor at the University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine, and completed his Internship in Internal Medicine and Residency in Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Resnik's practice encompasses adult, pediatric and cosmetic dermatology and dermatologic surgery. He has special expertise in psoriasis, vitiligo, and acne. Dr. Resnik's cosmetic surgery practice includes tumescent liposuction, hair transplantation, all manner of cutaneous laser applications, sclerotherapy and chemical peeling. His noninvasive rejuvenation practice includes IPL, BOTOX, Dysport, Silicone microdroplet augmentation therapy, Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse, Artefill, and fat transfer. Dr. Resnik has published numerous articles and book chapters in the dermatologic literature. Dr. Resnik is Team Dermatologist for the MLB World Champion Miami Marlins.
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Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Dermatology
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United States: Florida, Louisiana
Languages spoken
English
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 33 years experience
No oils for acne: There aren't any oils we would recommend for acne sufferers. Oil overproduction is one of the causes of acne, and we look to reduce that oil to help i... Read More
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Acne at 32?: Annoying as it may be to go from clear to pimply at 32, it may not be acne. Rosacea, often called adult acne, is more likely to be plaguing you. Trigg... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Clammy hands: Sweaty palms can be completely normal, the product of stress or worry. When they are constantly clammy, regardless of situation, weather or stress lev... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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How quick is quick: Yes. Most dermatoscopes nowadays do not require oil. The features of a benign mole are easily seen. While nothing in life is gauranteed, it's certain... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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Painful lipoma: Some lipomas have sensation associated with them. Others develop over time. Cancer is #37 in our differential, so...really no. As this is a recent dev... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Who's the best?: The best acne scar surgeon is someone who actively takes an interest in how best to treat your scars. Listening to you and what bothers you, categoriz... Read More
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A 20-year-old male asked:
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At risk : At risk for what? Are you talking about herpes? Are you talking about aphthous ulcers? Herpes doesn't move like something playing hopscotch. Time is n... Read More
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A 26-year-old male asked:
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Bumps on penis: These are most likely epidermal cysts, but if i were you, i would be getting them checked out by my dermatologist.
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Granulomatous Face: Granulomatous is a histopathologic term describing something seen under the microscope. Dermatologists use it when we know clinically that a condition... Read More
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A 19-year-old member asked:
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Acne scar revision: There are many procedures available to improve acne scars. Their choice is based on classification of your scars: rolling, boxcar, ice-pick, etc. Impr... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Bad habits for acne: A habitual diet high in carbs and dairy can affect acne, and make it worse. Picking acne certainly makes scarring more likely. Using lots of make-up c... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Tattoos and disease: I am not sure what you are asking here. Laws or statutes regulating tattooing differ by state. Whoever does your tattoo should use scrupulous cleaning... Read More
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Metastasis : A cancer that spreads is much more likely to be fatal than one that doesn't.
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A 62-year-old member asked:
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Nail fungus answers: Nail fungus (both finger- and toe-nail) is caused most often by fungal organisms that like skin, also known as dermatophytes. It is less commonly caus... Read More
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A 24-year-old male asked:
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Alcohol and pain: I wouldn't. No one needs daily alcohol. Why bail a boat with a hole in the bucket. Stop!
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Diabetes and sweat: Get your daughter tested for diabetes. Sweating on the head is not a symptom in and of itself.
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Bumps on hands: There is no way to tell. If the otc cortisone doesn't clear it, then you are off to the dermatologist.
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A 33-year-old female asked:
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Scar on face: That is a well-established scar. Scar fading gels work best on new red irritated scars. A dermatologist skilled in scar revision will be able to give ... Read More
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A 31-year-old male asked:
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Bruising : A bruise is a bruise is a bruise. A linear bruise is more likely to be from a scratch. A bruise in the pattern and shape of your soccer ball is more l... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Ultrasound how-to: The technician or your doctor will take some gel and place it on your skin over the area to imaged. The ultrasound head puts out noiseless waves of so... Read More
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A 29-year-old male asked:
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Acne scar panacea: Most topical treatments are not worth the time you spend reading about them. I use a palette approach to acne scars, and classifying them into one of ... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Butt rash: It can be anything from a yeast infection to contact dermatitis. You need to see your friendly neighborhood dermatologist.
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Home of the Staph: All the different varieties of staph bacteria live all over us. Some people who are more prone to staph infections carry populations in their nostrils... Read More
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A 16-year-old female asked:
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Easy filling at meal: It means you need to see your doctor. Early satiety, the fancy words for getting full fast, can be a symptom of gastro-esophageal reflux. You need to... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Genital pimples?: Although we can have "pimples" on any body part, they are usually tender or annoying. The bumps at the bases of hair follicles on the scrotum or vagin... Read More
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A 18-year-old member asked:
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Perfume and acne: While perfume use does not cause acne anywhere on the body, it can cause acne-like eruptions if you have a reaction to it. These eruptions are easily ... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Stop pimples: That is a rather broad question. Generally, a diet low in carbs and dairy will help breakouts. Keeping the skin clean but not irritated will also help... Read More
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Time for stitches: The time to remove stitches depends on several things: body location, type of closure and stitch material used. Your best source for answers to your q... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Cortisone & sunburn: Sure, apply it 2-3 times a day, and don't overdo it. See the other tips i just posted for sunburn, including Aspirin and white vinegar.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Up with the sun: Sure, if you can get all the stuff you need to do done in that period of time. With the advent of electricity and mechanized farming, we don't need to... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Hydrocortisone val: It is used for inflammatory conditions in the skin. There are many types of Hydrocortisone and all of them have varying strengths. Your doctor will ch... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Penile cysts: If by "around" you are referring to the base of the peenis and scrotum, then they are probably benign cysts. Since this portion of the anatomy is of s... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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ACNE IN SPA: Spas are not the best place to get any kind of medical treatment. Microdermabrasion, acne cleanings and superficial peels are all good therapies for y... Read More
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A 26-year-old male asked:
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Skin fixed with lipo: Textural changes like stretch marks and extra skin don't respond well to any kind of liposuction. Whisper laser and other surface treatments can make ... Read More
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A 38-year-old male asked:
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Just be you: If you have made it to the ripe old age of 38 with this face, there is not much you are going to be able to do about it. Gentle liposuction around the... Read More
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A 59-year-old male asked:
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DYSPORT worries: I always inform patients that it usually takes 10 days for maximal effect. However, you should be talking to your doctor about your concerns. He or sh... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Rash from scarf : If your rash is that bad, you need to see a dermatologist for relief!
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Silicone sheeting: Silicone sheeting helps reduce inflammation. Fillers such as silicone are best for depressed scars.
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A 52-year-old male asked:
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Sores in the head: Depends on the sores. If these lesions bother you enough to look for treatment, they should prompt you to go to a dermatologist for diagnosis. That is... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Cream for scars: Cortisone creams are often used to treat scars. You should have your scar evaluated by a dermatologist to see if this cream will help.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Skinny jeans ; rash: You may be allergic to something on your jeans, or you may need to get looser jeans.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Scabs on legs: There is no way to tell from here. If you have symptoms, a dermatologist is the logical person to see.
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Cold site and sex: It is unlikely to be related to your encounter. If you are unsure of what it could be, then it is off to the dermatologist you go. Hurry though, it wi... Read More
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A 31-year-old male asked:
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Hair loss & thyroid: Those symptoms might suggest a thyroid problem, and further evaluation is necessary. If you have not already seen one, an endocrinologist should be y... Read More
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A 17-year-old female asked:
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Dry lips: Dry lips can be caused by a whole lot of things, including mouth- breathing, contact allergies to lipstick or lip balm, picking, licking, and many oth... Read More
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A 19-year-old male asked:
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Lip itching: A good barrier lip balm would the best way to go and might be helpful before you go in.
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Bumps on nipples: Bumps on the nipples are normal in both men and women. They are usually visually more prominent glands.
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A 34-year-old female asked:
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Dry scalp : It is most likely seborrheic dermatitis, also known as dandruff. Use an otc dandruff shampoo daily and it should clear up. It is a condition and not a... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Chest acne: First, make sure it is acne and not another acne-like condition. This calls for a visit to your dermatologist.
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Acne scar revision: There are many therapies used in acne scar revision, and none is the best. Your scars will be evaluated and classified. A unified approach with multi... Read More
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Apr 6, 2015
Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
Nov 27, 2012
Great doc!
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Resnik is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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This made me feel good. Thanks! Thank you, this was the first time I developed these spots. My mother had the quite often. Here would linger for days and sometimes weeks. Her skin was fragile and the ...Read More
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Was looking 4 speed of growth/presentation differences as is readily found w/other non mel's. Legit Q no need 4 assumptions. Appt @UMMC.
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Thanks for your quick reply! If i will want to get pregnant, what can I use to clear my pimples that would also be safe during pregnancy?
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Tulane University School of Medicine, LA
Graduated 1990MD
Residency
JACKSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL/University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL, 1991-1994
Awards
Volunteer Physician of the Year, Miami, FL 2002
Top Dermatologist , First Place, Florida - Winter
2013
Top Dermatologist , Third Place, Florida - Summer
2013
Affiliations
Aventura Hospital & Medical Ctr
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