Michelle F. Henry (Dermatologist)

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Michelle F. Henry
Education University of Texas at Austin (BS) Baylor University (MD)
Occupation(s)Dermatologist, dermatologic surgeon, clinical educator
Organization(s)Skin & Aesthetic Surgery of Manhattan, Weill Cornell Medicine, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Known forCosmetic dermatology, Mohs micrographic surgery, skin cancer treatment, skin-of-color dermatology

Michelle F. Henry is an American dermatologist, dermatologic surgeon, and clinical educator. [1] She is the founder of Skin & Aesthetic Surgery of Manhattan and a clinical instructor of dermatology at Weill Cornell Medical College. [1] [2] [3] Henry specializes in cutaneous oncology, Mohs micrographic surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. [1] [4]

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Early Life and Education

Henry was raised in Missouri City, Texas, a suburb of Houston. [5] From a young age she aspired to become a physician, pointing to a childhood experience shadowing doctors on "Take Your Child to Work Day." Henry earned her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. [5] She completed her dermatology residency at Weill Cornell Medicine/NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, followed by additional fellowship training in Mohs surgery, laser surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. [1] [5] [6]

Career

Henry is the founder and medical director of Skin & Aesthetic Surgery of Manhattan, a practice specializing in medical, surgical, and aesthetic dermatology. [4] She is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and serves as a clinical instructor of dermatology at Weill Cornell Medicine, where she trains residents in procedural dermatology and laser medicine. [1]

Her clinical work includes skin cancer detection and treatment, keloid management, laser and energy-based procedures, and minimally invasive aesthetic interventions. [7] Henry frequently highlights the importance of safety and efficacy in dermatologic treatments for diverse skin tones. [5] [8]

Media and public engagement

Henry is a nationally recognized dermatology expert featured in health and beauty media. She appeared in Coveteur, discussing innovations, trends, and ethical considerations in cosmetic dermatology. [5] She is also a contributing expert for SELF Magazine , where she provides dermatologic insight on skincare, acne, hyperpigmentation, and cosmetic treatments. [6] Henry lectures nationally on aesthetic dermatology, surgical techniques, and advancements in skin-of-color care. She has spoken at the Masters of Aesthetics Symposium and participates in educational programming with the Melanoma Research Foundation. [3] [8]

Selected publications

Henry has authored peer-reviewed research articles on dermatologic surgery and skin-of-color dermatology, including:

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 "Michelle F. Henry, MD at undefined: Dermatology | NewYork-Presbyterian Doctor in New York, NY". doctors.nyp.org. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
  2. "Dr. Henry". www.skinaestheticsurgery.com. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
  3. 1 2 "Michelle Henry – Melanoma Research Foundation" . Retrieved 2025-11-18.
  4. 1 2 "Skin & Aesthetic Surgery of Manhattan: Board Certified Dermatologists: Midtown East Manhattan, NY". www.skinaestheticsurgery.com. Retrieved 2025-11-18.
  5. 1 2 3 4 5 "Dermatologist Michelle Henry Home Tour - Coveteur". coveteur.com. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  6. 1 2 Nast, Condé. "Michelle Henry, MD". SELF. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  7. 1 2 Roberts, Wendy E.; Henry, Michelle; Burgess, Cheryl; Saedi, Nazanin; Chilukuri, Suneel; Campbell-Chambers, Dr. Arusha (2019-04-01). "Laser Treatment of Skin of Color for Medical and Aesthetic Uses With a New 650-Microsecond Nd:YAG 1064nm Lase". Journal of drugs in dermatology. 18 (4): s135–137. ISSN   1545-9616. PMID   31017752.
  8. 1 2 "Michelle Henry, MD". THE SYMPOSIUM OF "MASTERS" OF AESTHETICS FEATURING WORLD LEADERS, INVENTORS AND INNOVATORS IN ALL AREAS OF AESTHETIC-BASED TREATMENTS. Retrieved 2025-11-26.
  9. Henry, Michelle (2018-01-11). "Cosmetic Concerns Among Ethnic Men". National Library of Medicine. 36 (1): 11–16. doi:10.1016/j.det.2017.09.002.
  10. Henry, Michelle; Sadick, Neil (2018-12-14). "Aesthetic considerations in female skin of color: what you need to know". Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery. 37 (4): 210–216. doi:10.12788/j.sder.2018.053.
  11. Al Dujaili, Zeena; Karcher, Cheryl; Henry, Michelle; Sadick, Neil (2018-08-01). "Fat reduction: Complications and management". Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 79 (2): 197–205. doi:10.1016/j.jaad.2017.07.026. ISSN   0190-9622.
  12. Al Dujaili, Zeena; Karcher, Cheryl; Henry, Michelle; Sadick, Neil (2018-08-01). "Fat reduction: Pathophysiology and treatment strategies". Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 79 (2): 183–195. doi:10.1016/j.jaad.2017.07.025. ISSN   0190-9622.
  13. Liu, Tiffany; Henry, Michelle F.; Magro, Cynthia (2025-09-08). "Primary cutaneous follicle center lymphoma presenting as frontal fibrosing alopecia". Dermatology Online Journal. 31 (4). doi:10.25251/21edz034. ISSN   1087-2108.
  14. Woolery-Lloyd, Heather; Andriessen, Anneke; Day, Doris; Gonzalez, Noelani; Green, Lawrence; Grice, Elizabeth; Henry, Michelle (2023). "Review of the microbiome in skin aging and the effect of a topical prebiotic containing thermal spring water". Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. 22 (1): 96–102. doi:10.1111/jocd.15464. ISSN   1473-2165.
  15. Henry, Michelle (2021), Sadick, Neil S. (ed.), "PRP for Scarring and Striae", Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatologic Practice, Cham: Springer International Publishing, pp. 83–92, doi:10.1007/978-3-030-66230-1_6, ISBN   978-3-030-66230-1 , retrieved 2025-11-26
  16. Bourgeois, Julien; Beer, Jacob; Jacob, Leah; Henry, Michelle (2023-03-01). "Scarring and Dyschromias in Fitzpatrick Skin Type IV-VI: A Review of Dermatologic Treatment Protocols". Journal of drugs in dermatology: JDD. 22 (3): 288–296. doi:10.36849/JDD.7253. ISSN   1545-9616. PMID   36877886.
  17. Marmur, Ellen S.; Nolan, Katherine A.; Henry, Michelle (2012-07-09). "Intraoperative Photodynamic Therapy: A Description of a New Adjuvant Technique for Patients with Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer". Dermatologic Surgery. 38 (7): 1073–1076. doi:10.1111/j.1524-4725.2012.02433.x. ISSN   1076-0512. Archived from the original on 2024-07-05. Retrieved 2025-11-26.
  18. Al-Dujaili, Z.; Henry, M.; Dorizas, A.S.; Sadick, N.S. (2017-03-08). "Skin cancer concerns particular to women". International Journal of Women's Dermatology. 3 (1): S49 –S51. doi:10.1016/j.ijwd.2017.02.009. ISSN   2352-6475. Archived from the original on 2024-04-14. Retrieved 2025-11-26.
  19. Henry, Michelle F.; Maender, Jennifer L.; Shen, Yang; Tschen, Jaime A.; Subrt, Paul; Schmidt, Jimmy D.; Hsu, Sylvia (2009). "Fluoroscopy-induced chronic radiation dermatitis: A report of three cases". Dermatology Online Journal. 15 (1). doi:10.5070/D39c24v99h.
  20. Pagan, Angel D.; Mitchell, Krystal; Yousif, Jenna; Henry, Michelle (2023). "Diagnostic tools for hyperpigmentation disorders in skin of color: An updated review". Dermatological Reviews. 4 (1): 17–29. doi:10.1002/der2.146. ISSN   2637-7489.