Dr. Nicole F. Vélez, MD, FAAD, FACMS

Dermatologist & Mohs Surgeon


Dr. Nicole F. Vélez is proud to be born in Pittsburgh, PA and practicing dermatology in her hometown for the past 8 years. Dr. Vélez graduated Phi Beta Kappa and cum laude from Carnegie Mellon University and with Alpha Omega Alpha honors from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.

She completed a combined internal medicine and dermatology residency at Harvard Medical School. She has additional fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancer and cosmetic dermatology.

Dr. Vélez is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgeons. She enjoys teaching and staying on top of new advancements in her field. Dr. Vélez has published over 20 peer-reviewed journal articles and lectured both nationally and internationally on skin cancer.

When not at work, Dr. Vélez enjoys spending time with her husband, three children (two boys and one girl), and extended family.

View the online database of medical articles authored by Dr. Vélez:

Dr. Charles E. Mount, MD, FAAD

Dermatologist


Dr.  Charles Mount treats patients with skin cancer and common conditions such as acne, eczema, and, psoriasis. He has a special interest in treating patients with rheumatologic diseases affecting the skin, contact dermatitis, and cutaneous reactions to chemotherapy and immunotherapy.

Dr. Mount is a graduate of West Virginia University School of Medicine in Morgantown, West Virginia. He completed his internship at Wilford Hall Medical Center, San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium in San Antonio, Texas. Prior to his dermatology residency, Dr. Mount served as an active duty flight surgeon in the United States Air Force. He deployed overseas twice including service in Operation Enduring Freedom. During his active duty service he was awarded the United States Air Force Commendation Medal and Air Medal. He then completed his dermatology residency at Washington University/Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri serving as chief resident in his final year. Dr. Mount has been in practice for seven years. Most recently, he served as Chief of Dermatology at Allegheny Health Network.

He is a board certified diplomat of the American Board of Dermatology and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Dr. Mount is welcoming new patients of all ages. He will also be establishing comprehensive patch testing in our office.

In his free time, Dr. Mount enjoys spending time with his daughter and teaches yoga in Wexford. You may also find him running the trails in North Park or skiing in the Laurel Highlands.

He is a member of the Medical Dermatology Society, Society of Dermatology Hospitalists, American Contact Dermatitis Society, and United States Cutaneous Lymphoma Consortium.

Dr. Lindsay C. Bacik, MD, FAAD

Dermatologist


Dr. Lindsay C. Bacik was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. She graduated from Penn State University Schreyer Honors College with a Bachelors of Science . During her undergraduate years, she was a Division I athlete on the Track and Field team. Dr. Bacik received her medical degree and completed her residency in dermatology at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA. In her last year of residency, Dr. Bacik served as chief resident.

Dr. Bacik is a member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society and a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. She is thrilled to join Pittsburgh Skin and provide excellent dermatologic care to patients of Western PA. Dr. Bacik sees patients of all ages for general, procedural, and cosmetic dermatology concerns.

Outside of work, Dr. Bacik loves running, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her family and two French Bulldogs.

Nadia DiClemente, PA-C

Physician Assistant


Nadia is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in dermatology.
She has been working in dermatology for over 5 years and is dedicated to providing high quality care. She is a Pittsburgh native and earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh and her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Chatham University.
Nadia is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, the Pennsylvania Dermatology Physician Assistant Society, and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.
In her free time, Nadia enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, and is passionate about good food, traveling and practicing yoga.

The Staff at Pittsburgh Skin


Amanda Troiano

Practice Manager

Amanda manages the day to day operations of the office as well as practice billing.Her goal is to ensure an optimal experience for our patients from the moment they schedule their appointment through and after their visit.

Lauren Dudash

Clinical Manager

Lauren manages the clinical aspect of our practice. She coordinates and assists with all surgical and cosmetic procedures.

Susan Zuccaro

Mohs Surgery Coordinator

Sue schedules and manages our Mohs surgery appointments and referrals. She also assists with your check-in and check-out process.

Eva McCracken

Medical Assistant

Eva assists with surgical, general dermatology and cosmetic procedures. She also handles medication authorizations and speaks to patients prior to surgery to explain the scheduled procedure.

Elizabeth Lind

Front Desk Assistant

Elizabeth will greet you upon arrival and assist with your check-in and check-out process. She also handles online referrals, scheduling and products.

Alecia Delach

Histotech & Medical Assistant

Alecia manages our histology laboratory. She processes the tissue specimens from Mohs surgery so Dr. Vélez can examine the skin cancer under the microscope. She also assists with surgery, cosmetic procedures, and general dermatology.

Katie Berger

Front Desk Assistant

Katie will greet you upon arrival and assist with your check-in and check-out process. She also assists with patient scheduling and questions.

Sheila Schwartzbauer

Front Desk Assistant

Sheila assists with scheduling and billing.

Sara Fobes

Medical Assistant

Sara assists with surgery, cosmetic procedures, and general dermatology on a day-to-day basis.

Jodie White

Front Desk Assistant

Jodie will greet you upon arrival and assist with your check-in and check-out process. She also assists with Mohs scheduling and billing.

Mary Gibson

Registered Nurse

Mary assists with surgery, cosmetic procedures, and general dermatology on a day-to-day basis. She also performs PDT and microneedling.

Rebekah Lattea

Front Desk Assistant

Bekah will greet you upon arrival and assist with your check-in and check-out process. She also assists with patient scheduling and questions.

Kelley Polard

Front Desk Assistant

Kelly will greet you upon arrival and assist with your check-in process. She also assists with scheduling and referrals.

Bobbi Motter

Medical Assistant

Bobbi assists with surgery, cosmetic procedures, and general dermatology on a day-to-day basis.

Kari McCracken

Medical Assistant & Histotech

Kari assists with surgery, cosmetic procedures, and general dermatology on a day-to-day basis.

Nichol Korol

Medical Assistant

Nichol assists with surgery, cosmetic procedures, and general dermatology on a day-to-day basis.

Alec Templeton

Practice Assistant

Alec assists with general office needs, design, marketing and histology for Mohs surgery.

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