Dr. Robert Bader
Dermatology
Deerfield Beach, FL
28 years experience male
Locations
Office
Deerfield Beach
My office hours
Wednesday: 1:00am - 5:00pm
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BlueCross BlueShield
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RSB Dermatology Inc
Deerfield Beach, FL
About
Bio
Robert S. Bader, M.D. is an Ivy-League trained physician and surgeon who is a board-certified Dermatologist Mohs' Surgeon. Aside from having training in Internal Medicine and Dermatology, Dr. Bader completed a fully accredited fellowship in Cosmetic Surgery under the auspices of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Bader has written several book chapters on cosmetic procedures and has authored numerous articles in well-respected medical journals. Dr. Bader has been an invited speaker at several national medical meetings and has shown his remarkable procedures on major television networks. In 2005, Dr. Bader was invited to be the official team Dermatologist and Dermatologic Surgeon for the Florida Panthers NHL Hockey Team. Recently, Dr. Bader was named "One of America's Best Physicians" for 2004 through 2011.
SpecialtiesDoctors 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.
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
Cosmetic Surgery
Pediatric Dermatology
Licenses
United States: Florida
Doctor Q&A
215 Answers
27 Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A 19-year-old female asked:
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Boils: A boil is a localized collection of pus and bacteria. This requires drainage and, often, antibiotics.
As staph is extremely common, delay in treatm... Read More
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Scabies - itch: After one had undergone the first treatment, one can use topical steroid creams for itching. Prescription strength creams work best.
Applying alcoh... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Back and Chest Acne: If there is any scarring, seek immediate medical attention as it may get worse.
Over-the-counter benzyl peroxide wash used once daily can be very e... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
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Retinoids: All of the named retinoids are available by prescription only in the United States.
Retinol is available without a prescription.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Ringworm starts as: When ringworm first starts, it does not usually look like a ring, but a red scaly small patch. As it grows, the center clears, leaving a ring-shaped l... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Cause of warts: Hpv - human papillomavirus causes warts. It is a dna virus that once in the skin, it is there forever.
That being said, they are never removed fore... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Acne treatments: There are several forms of acne and treatments are specific for different types of acne. Here are the mainstays of prescription treatment:
clogged ... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Suspicious spot: If anyone has a mole that has changed color, shape, or size, it should be evaluted immediately by a board-certified dermatologist.
Other suspicious... Read More
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A 46-year-old male asked:
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Open sores: Open sores should be evaluated by a dermatologist. Infection is a common cause and requires antibiotics. Staphylococcus aureus is extremely common. ... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Back and Chest Acne: If there is any scarring, seek immediate medical attention as it may get worse.
Over-the-counter benzyl peroxide wash used once daily can be very e... Read More
5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 59-year-old male asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Rash near belly butt: There are many possible causes. If one has an allergy to nickel, they may get a rash below the belly button. If they wear jeans containing metal butto... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
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Depends. HPV.: Some people have hpv and never get genital warts.
It varies.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Acne treatments: There are several forms of acne and treatments are specific for different types of acne. Here are the mainstays of prescription treatment:
clogged ... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Dry Skin Care: 1. Use a mild soap--dove
2. Shower or bathe no more than once daily
3. Do not rub the skin with a towel--dab.
4. Apply moisturizer while your skin ... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:
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Dermatology 28 years experience
Dry feet and hands: One hand and two foot syndrome is fungus that results in dryness of both soles and usually the dominant hand palm. Treatment with amlactin cream and L... Read More
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A 20-year-old male asked:
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Mark on skin: A "mark" could be almost anything. More information is needed to give possible answers in this short space.
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A 50-year-old female asked:
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Morphea: Morphea is a condition of unknown etiology that results in scarring, atrophy, and pigmentation (lightening and/or darkening) of the skin.
Hyperpigm... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Acne treatments: There are several forms of acne and treatments are specific for different types of acne. Here are the mainstays of prescription treatment:
clogged ... Read More
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A 21-year-old male asked:
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Lightening the skin: Topical hydroquinone is the most commonly used medication to lighten the skin. It is available in 2% strength without a prescription. It is applied to... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
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Acne treatments: There are several forms of acne and treatments are specific for different types of acne. Here are the mainstays of prescription treatment:
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Hydrocortisone : There are many causes of itchy red spots. In most cases, over-the-counter 1% Hydrocortisone ointment (not cream) three to four times per day for 1-2 w... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Acne Tx in Pregnancy: Several medications are "safe" to use in pregnancy (pregnancy class b). Such commonly used medications include:
erythromycin
clindamycin
azelaic ... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Dermatofibroma: Dermatofibromas are firm tan- or red-bumps that often appear on the legs and/or arms of women. As they appear more frequently in women, it is believed... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Light patches of ski: First, the question is are the patches "light" or "white"? If white (no pigment), then vitiligo is the likely diagnosis. If the skin is lighter, usual... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Dermatology 28 years experience
Chicken pox: It is self-limited and goes away within a 2 weeks. Do not pick as scarring can result.
Scars caused from chickenpox can be treated for cosmetic pu... Read More
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A 23-year-old male asked:
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Dermatology 28 years experience
Peeling lips: There are several reasons to have peeling lips. Irritation or allergy from lip balms or lipstick is common. Avoid these products until resolved. 1% Hy... Read More
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A 62-year-old female asked:
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Itchy scalp: Itching of the scalp can have several causes. Dandruff is the most common cause and is believed to be caused by a yeast. Head & Shoulders contains... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Dermatology 28 years experience
Cold Sores: Cold sores are caused from a herpes infection. You get such an infection from direct contact, such as kissing.
Usually there is tingling of the skin ... Read More
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A 38-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Freckles: Freckles get lighter when not exposed to the sun, and get darker with sun exposure. Therefore, one gets (sees) more freckles in the summer than in the... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
What to do if i have like really small pimples on my cheeks and i want to get ride of them any tips?
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Acne treatments: There are several forms of acne and treatments are specific for different types of acne. Here are the mainstays of prescription treatment:
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A 29-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Irritation: Irritation is the most likely cause. 1% Hydrocortisone ointment is worth trying. If no help after a week, see your dermatologist or gynecologist.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Cause of warts: Hpv - human papillomavirus.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Keratosis pilaris: Keratosis pilaris is a common condition where one gets rough bumps on the back of the arms and/or anterior thighs. It is purely a cosmetic issue and t... Read More
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A 49-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Dandruff: Dandruff, or seborrheic dermatitis, is a common disorder that is believed to be caused by a yeast. Most treatments are geared at reducing the yeast... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Acne treatments: There are several forms of acne and treatments are specific for different types of acne. Here are the mainstays of prescription treatment:
clogged ... Read More
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Acne treatments: There are several forms of acne and treatments are specific for different types of acne. Here are the mainstays of prescription treatment:
clogged ... Read More
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 47-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Hydroquinone: One of the most effective treatments for "skin stains", or darkening of the skin after acne, is hydroquinone. It is available without a prescription i... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Dry Skin Care: 1. Use a mild soap--dove
2. Shower or bathe no more than once daily
3. Do not rub the skin with a towel--dab.
4. Apply moisturizer while your skin ... Read More
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Eczema: There are many different kinds of eczema and dermatitis.
1. Contact dermatitis--an allergy, such as poison ivy. Typically, there are red bumps or bl... Read More
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A 34-year-old male asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Angiokeratomas: These are small black bumps that are most commonly seen on the scrotum. There are no creams for this condition. Nearly always, one has many lesions, n... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Rough skin - face: There could be several causes of rough skin on the face.
1. Actinic keratosis- pre-cancerous lesions that should be evaluated and treated. These feel... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Itch after shower?: Do you get hives too? Or just itch?
Some people get hives from pressure (dermatographism) or after a shower from water.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Acne treatments: There are several forms of acne and treatments are specific for different types of acne. Here are the mainstays of prescription treatment:
clogged ... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Canker sores : The simple answer is no. The cause of canker sores is unknown.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Dry Skin Care: 1. Shower no more than once a day.
2. Never shower with hot water.
3. Use a mild soap like dove or olay bar. Ivory is very drying and should be avoi... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Dermatology 28 years experience
Hidradenitis : This condition results in inflammation of tge apocrine glands. Areas oftwn affected include: armpits, groin, and under breasts. It is not usually asso... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Hair loss: First one must find out why they are losing hair-get the correct diagnosis: male-pattern, female-pattern, alopecia areata, telogen efluvium, medicatio... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Baderanswered
Dermatology 28 years experience
Hair loss: First one must find out why they are losing hair-get the correct diagnosis: male-pattern, female-pattern, alopecia areata, telogen efluvium, medicatio... Read More
5.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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Jun 6, 2013
Dr Bader is providing an excellent service to the public through his contributions on HealthTap. He is clearly very knowledgable I recommend Dr. Bader.
Jun 6, 2013
Extremely knowledgable and accurate.
Jun 6, 2013
Extremely knowledgable and accurate.
HealthTap member
Thank you, your answer was very helpful! I have been battling his for many years. It comes and goes and usually goes before I make it to a doctor, but now I think I've had enough.
HealthTap member
This was very helpful. Thanks! Thanks! I have my first on my leg. Thought they only were on hands / arms. 64 and thin skinned, very light skin tone, too. Take aspirin daily. TY
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Thanks!I used benzoyle peroxide in my teenage years.i also tried proactiv.it will work but come back once I stop.not sure if it can be cured
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
George Washington University Medical School, DC
Graduated 1994MD
Medical/Graduate school
George Washington University, School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Graduated 1994MD
Residency
Hahnemann University Hospital
Residency
Yale New Haven Hospital
Awards
Best Dermatologists, Talk of the Town
Top Dermatologist , Second Place, Florida - Winter
2013
Top Dermatologist , Second Place, Florida - Summer
2013
Affiliations
American Academy of Dermatology
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
American Society for Mohs Surgery
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