Richard Antaya

Richard Antaya is a Professor of Dermatology, Pediatrics, and Nursing at Yale School of Medicine. He serves as Director of Pediatric Dermatology and Medical Director of Yale Dermatology New Haven, specializing in skin disorders affecting infants, children, and adolescents.

• B.S. in Chemistry, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1985)
• M.D., Tufts University (1989)
• Pediatrics Residency, Tripler Army Medical Center (1992)
• Dermatology Residency, Duke University Medical Center (1998)

Dr. Antaya specializes in vascular anomalies, genetic skin disorders, atopic dermatitis, acne, and hemangiomas. He leads clinical trials for severe atopic dermatitis and conducts research on cutaneous manifestations of hereditary conditions like HHT. His work emphasizes laser therapies and multidisciplinary care.

His recent publications focus on vascular malformations, atopic dermatitis treatments, and psychosocial impacts of skin diseases. He collaborates extensively with Yale researchers in dermatology, pediatrics, and genetic skin disorders.

• Best Doctors in America (2020)
• America's Top Doctors (2020)
• Presidential Citation Award (2018)
• Connecticut Magazine Top Docs (multiple years)

Dr. Antaya directs Yale's Vascular Anomalies and Malformations Program (VAMP) and participates in the Pediatric Multidisciplinary Neurocutaneous Clinic. He also provides care at the Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) Center, treating patients with genetic vascular disorders.