Salma Pothiawala, MD, MPH
Board-Certified Dermatologist
- Medical Dermatology
- Surgical Dermatology
- Cosmetic Dermatology
- Skin Cancer
About Dr. Pothiawala
Salma Pothiawala, MD, MPH, FAAD, FASDS, joined Riverchase Dermatology in 2017. She was part of the ultra-competitive combined BS/MD program at the University of South Florida, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in biomedical sciences as well as her medical doctorate. During medical school, she pursued a joint MD/MPH degree, for which she moved to Boston to study at the Harvard School of Public Health. During this time, she was inducted into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society.
Upon graduating, Dr. Pothiawala completed an internship in internal medicine and a dermatology residency at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. She has published numerous papers in leading dermatology journals, written chapters in dermatology textbooks, and presented at national meetings.
Dr. Pothiawala has extensive experience in cosmetic dermatology, employing the latest cutting-edge technologies for facial aesthetics, skin tightening and scar treatment.
In addition to her board certification in dermatology, Dr. Pothiawala is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and Women’s Dermatologic Society.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling and biking.
Education & Training
- Residency (Dermatology)University of South Florida, Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa, Fla.
- InternshipUniversity of South Florida, Morsani College of Medicine
- Master of Public HealthHarvard University School of Public Health in Boston, Mass.
- Doctor of MedicineUniversity of South Florida College of Medicine
- Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Sciences)University of South Florida in Tampa, Fla.
Memberships & Certifications
- Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD)
- Fellow, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (FASDS)
- Fellow, Women’s Dermatologic Society
- American Medical Association
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Insurance Accepted
Riverchase Dermatology participates in most major insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm coverage.