Abigail Waldman

Abigail Waldman, M.D., is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Her clinical and research focus spans multiple domains within dermatology, including skin cancer treatment, Mohs micrographic surgery, and cosmetic procedures.

Research Focus

• Skin Cancer & Surgical Oncology: Waldman's work evaluates techniques for treating keratinocyte carcinomas and melanoma, with emphasis on margin assessment and Mohs surgery outcomes.
• Mohs Surgery Innovation: She explores technological advancements like 2-photon microscopy in surgical practice and trains future dermatologic surgeons via simulation curricula.
• Cosmetic Dermatology: Waldman investigates patient motivations for cosmetic procedures and develops standardized skill assessments for facial treatments.
• Infectious Dermatology: Her research includes HPV vaccine applications for cutaneous warts and risk stratification in cellulitis diagnosis.

Publication Trends

Waldman's 15 most recent articles (2017-2024) demonstrate consistent contributions to dermatologic surgery, skin cancer management, and cosmetic procedure research. Key themes include:

• Technique optimization in Mohs surgery
• Evidence-based guidelines for rare skin cancers
• Educational innovation in dermatology
• Patient-reported outcomes and quality-of-life impacts
• Postoperative complication analysis
• Public health responses during pandemics

Professional Network

She collaborates extensively with Dr. Chrysalyne Schmults, Dr. Emily Ruiz, and Dr. Arash Mostaghimi, contributing to guidelines for the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. Waldman's work intersects with immunology, oncology, and medical education through multi-institutional studies.