500 S. Australian Ave, Suite 205 • West Palm Beach, FL 33401 • Mon–Fri: 9am–4pm (561) 561-SKIN (7546)
About the Physician

Dr. Steven Rotter, M.D.

Double Board-Certified Surgical Dermatologist • Founder, Exclusive Dermatology • West Palm Beach, FL

Fellowship-trained at the University of Pennsylvania. Chief Resident at Johns Hopkins. 30+ years of surgical mastery. 45,000+ Mohs surgeries performed. When you see Dr. Rotter, you're seeing one of the most credentialed and experienced surgical dermatologists in South Florida.

Double Board-Certified UPenn — Mohs Fellowship Hopkins — Chief Resident 45,000+ Surgeries Named Top Doctor AAD • ACMS • ASCD
Dr. Steven Rotter — Double Board-Certified Surgical Dermatologist, West Palm Beach FL
Dr. Steven Rotter, M.D. Double Board-Certified Surgical Dermatologist
30+ Years in Practice
45K+ Mohs Surgeries
Penn Fellowship
Hopkins Chief Resident
Full Biography

A Physician of Exceptional
Depth & Dedication

Double Board-Certified Surgical Dermatologist American Board of Dermatology • American Board of Surgery

Dr. Steven Rotter is a double board-certified, fellowship-trained surgical dermatologist whose career has been defined by a relentless pursuit of surgical excellence, innovative technique, and deeply personalized patient care. With over three decades of practice spanning Virginia and Florida, he brings a breadth of experience that is extraordinarily rare in a single outpatient setting.

His post-graduate training began at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, where he completed internship and residency in General Surgery — the foundation that would give his dermatologic work a surgical precision most dermatologists simply do not possess. He then completed his Dermatology Residency and rose to Chief Resident at Johns Hopkins University Hospital, followed by a prestigious Fellowship in Mohs and Dermatologic Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania.

"From the very beginning, my goal has been to treat every patient as if they were a family member — with complete honesty, undivided attention, and the very best of what medicine has to offer. That's what 'Exclusive' means to me."

— Dr. Steven Rotter, Founder, Exclusive Dermatology

In 1992, Dr. Rotter founded the Center of Skin Surgery PLLC in Vienna, Virginia — along with what became Virginia's first state-licensed outpatient surgical hospital dedicated to skin cancer and reconstruction. Over 24 years, this practice became a regional destination for complex Mohs surgery and advanced reconstructive procedures. In 2023, he brought that same standard of care to South Florida, founding Exclusive Dermatology in West Palm Beach.

Dr. Rotter's cosmetic expertise is equally distinguished — offering the full range of advanced treatments from UltraClear® laser rejuvenation and endoscopic brow lifting to blepharoplasty, tumescent liposuction, neurotoxins, and dermal fillers. His practice operates independently of insurance and corporate interests, ensuring that every clinical decision is made solely in the patient's best interest.

Education & Training

Post-Graduate & Academic
Training

Clinical Training

1991 – 1992
Fellow — Mohs & Dermatologic Surgery
Department of Dermatology
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
One of the nation's most prestigious Mohs fellowship programs
1990 – 1991
Chief Resident — Dermatology
Department of Dermatology
Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, MD
1988 – 1990
Resident — Dermatology
Department of Dermatology
Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, MD
1997 – 1998
Resident — General Surgery
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Baltimore, MD
1996 – 1997
Intern — General Surgery
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Baltimore, MD
General Surgery training underpins Dr. Rotter's advanced reconstructive capabilities

Academic Degrees

1982 – 1986
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) • Baltimore, MD
1978 – 1982
University of Maryland
B.S. Zoology • College Park, MD
Phi Beta Kappa • Phi Sigma Biologic Honor Society
1975 – 1978
Northwood High School
Silver Spring, MD
Board Certifications
Double Board-Certified
American Board of Dermatology
American Board of Surgery
Professional Career

Career History & Accomplishments

Dec 2023 – Present
Current
Founder & Physician
Exclusive Dermatology • West Palm Beach, FL
Founded an independent, concierge-level surgical dermatology practice in the heart of West Palm Beach, FL. Offering the full range of cosmetic and surgical dermatology services with a focus on personalized, insurance-free care. Serving patients from Jupiter to Boca Raton and welcoming out-of-town patients from across the country.
Founder
Nov 2021 – May 2023
Mohs Surgeon
Palm Beach Dermatology • West Palm Beach, FL
Part-time Mohs micrographic surgery, melanoma surgery, and complex reconstruction for one of Palm Beach County's established dermatology groups.
Surgical
Jan 2016 – Jan 2021
Regional Director
Forefront Dermatology • Vienna, VA
Performed Mohs surgery, reconstructive surgery, cosmetic procedures, and laser surgery. Helped acquire and provided clinical oversight for multiple regional Forefront Dermatology offices across the Virginia/DC area.
Leadership
July 1992 – Jan 2016
Founder & Medical Director
Center of Skin Surgery PLLC & Skin Cancer Outpatient Surgical Hospital PLLC • Vienna, VA
Founded and operated a premier Mohs surgery and cosmetic dermatology practice in Vienna, Virginia for over 24 years. Simultaneously established what became Virginia's first state-licensed outpatient surgical hospital dedicated exclusively to skin cancer and reconstruction — a landmark achievement in the state's medical history. Comprehensive Mohs, reconstructive, cosmetic, and laser surgery practice.
Founder
Procedural Expertise

Clinical Skills & Procedures

Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Complex Reconstructive Surgery
UltraClear® Laser Rejuvenation
Endoscopic Brow Lifting
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
Tumescent Liposuction
Botulinum Toxin Injections
Dermal Filler Injections
Chemical Peels
Rhytidectomy (Facelift)
Hair Transplantation
Sclerotherapy
Fat Transfer
Acne Scar Revision
Skin Cancer Surgery & Treatment
Full-Body Skin Cancer Screenings
Melanoma Diagnosis & Surgery
Advanced Laser Surgery
Recognition & Professional Activities

Boards, Awards & Speaking

Memberships & Recognition

American Academy of Dermatology & Aesthetic Surgery (AADA)
Active member, American Academy of Dermatology
American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS)
Fellow — one of the nation's premier credentialing bodies for Mohs surgery
American Society for Clinical Dermatology (ASCD)
Active member
Named "Top Doctor" — Palm Beach County
Peer-nominated recognition among Palm Beach County's leading physicians
Florida Top Doctors
Recognized among Florida's top-rated dermatologists

Speaking & Languages

National Conference Speaker & Moderator

Dr. Rotter is a frequent speaker and moderator at national dermatology conferences, presenting on topics of reconstruction, advanced cosmetic surgery, and complex Mohs techniques to peers across the country.

AAD Annual Meeting ACMS Annual Meeting ASDS Annual Meeting
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Languages English (native) • Spanish (conversational)
Academic Contributions

Peer-Reviewed Publications

Ready to Meet Dr. Rotter?

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500 S. Australian Ave, Suite 205 • West Palm Beach, FL 33401 • Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM