Michelle C. Juarez, MD

I believe exceptional care begins with understanding each patient's unique needs and concerns. Whether precisely removing skin cancer to restore health or performing aesthetic procedures to renew confidence, my approach combines expertise with personalized attention – ensuring patients feel informed, comfortable and actively involved in their treatment journey. My philosophy as a physician is simple: I believe in combining scientific rigor with a deeply personalized approach, and treating every patient with kindness, respect and the highest level of expertise, as if they were my family.

In addition to being a board-certified dermatologist and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, I am also a fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon and a member of the American College of Mohs Surgery. My practice encompasses the complete range of procedural dermatology services, including advanced skin cancer treatment, reconstructive surgery, laser procedures and cosmetic rejuvenation – always tailored to each patient's unique needs and goals.

My academic journey began right here in the Lehigh Valley. I attended Lehigh University, where I graduated summa cum laude (highest honors) and was awarded departmental honors for research. I then pursued my medical degree at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where my commitment to excellence was recognized with induction into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, awarded to the top graduating medical students in each class. I completed my dermatology residency at NYU, where I was selected as chief resident for my leadership and clinical acumen, and received the Morris Leider Award for the "Best All-Around Resident" at the end of my training. I then went on to complete an intensive fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology at NYU, where nationally recognized leaders trained me in the field. As part of this fellowship, I gained comprehensive training across the full scope of procedural dermatology—including Mohs surgery, complex reconstruction, laser procedures, cosmetic dermatology and cosmetic surgery. During my fellowship, I was honored with the Theodore Tromovitch Award from the American College of Mohs Surgery, one of the organization’s highest distinctions for fellows-in-training. This national award is given to only one fellow each year, recognizing the most outstanding research and presentation at the College’s Annual Meeting.

Beyond clinical practice, I am an active contributor to dermatologic research, with several publications in leading journals in dermatology, dermatologic surgery, otolaryngology and plastic surgery, and have presented at multiple national meetings. My focus includes Mohs surgery, reconstruction, medical education, health care disparities and the care of high-risk patients, such as transplant recipients. I am proud to be a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and The International Immunosuppression & Transplant Skin Cancer Collaborative, ensuring I remain at the forefront of advancements in the field. I also have a strong interest in multidisciplinary care, collaborating with other specialists to develop tailored treatment plans for complex skin cancers. Equally important to me is medical education. I find great fulfillment in mentoring future dermatologists, helping them cultivate the skills and compassion that define outstanding patient care.

Medicine is not just a profession to me; it's a privilege. I understand the vulnerability that comes with surgery or aesthetic treatment, and I strive to make every patient feel heard, supported and empowered.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors, reading, traveling and exploring with my husband and dog. I am honored to be part of St. Luke’s and to serve my community with expertise, dedication and unwavering compassion.