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Shane M. Swink, DO, MS, FAAD, FAOCD

About Shane M. Swink, DO, MS, FAAD, FAOCD

Inspired to pursue dermatology by his experience as a child with severe eczema, Dr. Swink takes the physician-patient relationship seriously and hopes to make all patients feel their best in their own skin. His approach to patients is a holistic one. He prides himself on working with patients and families to help understand their conditions and create treatment plans that are both effective and practical, especially when caring for children. Dr. Swink's interests include general pediatric dermatology such as acne, eczema, and hemangiomas as well as procedural and LGBTQ+ dermatology.

Titles

Attending Physician 

Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Dermatology – American Board of Dermatology

Pediatric Dermatology – American Board of Dermatology

Awards and Honors

2021, Best Original Research, Lehigh Valley Health Network Department of Medicine Education Research Day

2021, Preceptorship Award, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery

2020, Mentorship Grant, Society for Pediatric Dermatology

2020, Resident Research Grant, Foundation for Osteopathic Dermatology

2017, Gold Humanism Honor Society, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Chapter

2015, 2017, 2019, Award of Appreciation, American Osteopathic College of Dermatology

2015 Sigma Sigma Phi Honor Medical Society, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Chapter

2013, Senior Man of the Year, Gettysburg College

2012, Linnaean Award, Gettysburg College

Leadership and Memberships

2018-present, American Academy of Dermatology, Fellow

2017-present, Society for Pediatric Dermatology, Member, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee

2015-present, American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, Fellow

Education & training

Undergraduate Degree

BS - Biology, Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, PA

Graduate Degree

MS - Organizational Leadership in the Biosciences, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA

Medical Degree

DO - Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA

Internship

Transitional Year, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA

Residency

Dermatology, Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA

Fellowship

Pediatric Dermatology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

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