Your skin says a lot about your health. The Doctors at Bala Dermatology take care, and take pride in your skin!
Bala Dermatology is a full service dermatology practice located in Bala Cynwyd, PA. We provide early detection and removal of skin cancer, treatment of all skin conditions, and many cosmetic options to maximize the beauty and health of your skin. Our physicians offer 55 years of combined experience and timely appointment scheduling. We look forward to helping patients achieve their best, healthiest skin!
Dr. William K. Sherwin, M.D., PhD (currently on medical leave)
Graduated with honors from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine with both M.D. and Ph.D. degrees in 1975. After graduation, Dr. Sherwin interned in Medicine at Lankenau Hospital before returning to the University of Pennsylvania to complete his dermatology residency. He was chosen to be Chief Resident at Penn and became board certified in 1979. Dr. Sherwin has authored and co-authored over fifteen scientific papers and book chapters. He has previously taught for many years at the American Academy of Dermatology and is a Fellow of the Academy. Dr. Sherwin is past president of the Pennsylvania Academy of Dermatology and is an active Fellow of that organization. He is also Fellow of the Philadelphia Dermatologic Society and an Annenberg Circle Member of the Dermatology Foundation which is a charitable organization funding dermatological care and research. Dr. Sherwin is a Full Clinical Professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and has been active in their teaching program for over thirty years. He has received multiple Top Dermatologist and Top Physician awards.
Dr. Mary E. Griffin, D.O., FAAD
Mary Elizabeth (“Meg”) Griffin, D.O. is a board certified dermatologist who has been in practice since 2004. Dr. Griffin completed her undergraduate education at Bucknell University where she was a member of Phi Sigma Honor Society. She earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and was Chief Resident of Dermatology at Lehigh Valley Hospital. Dr. Griffin is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Griffin practices medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. She has a special interest in treating and preventing skin cancer. She also enjoys helping patients to age gracefully with the help of nonsurgical cosmetic options such as Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, Restylane, Kybella, chemical peels, and laser treatments. She is an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania Perlman School of Medicine and is active in their teaching program.
Dr. Ha Linh Vu, M.D., PhD (coming to our practice soon)
Dr. Vu received her undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College, where she was a member of Phi Beta Kappa and graduated summa cum laude. Sheobtained her M.D. and Ph.D. degrees from Thomas Jefferson University, where she was a member of the Hobart Armory Hare Medical Honor Society and received awards for her research focusing on melanoma. After a preliminary medicine year at Einstein Medical College, Dr. Vu completed her dermatology residency at New York Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Dr. Vu sees adult and pediatric patients for medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. She is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dr. Ha Linh Vu was born in Vietnam and grew up in New York City but is proud to call Philadelphia her home. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, yoga, hiking, and exploring Philadelphia restaurants with her husband. She loves to travel and hopes to resume this soon.
Our Staff Members
With many years of experience in medical offices and hospitals, the staff at Bala Dermatology enjoys taking care of our patients’ dermatology needs. Our goal is to make your visit in our office as comfortable and easy as possible. Each of us takes pride in providing excellent care to our patients, from the minute you arrive in our office until your skin issues are completely resolved.
SKIN CANCER SCREENING AND TREATMENT
We care deeply about your health, and want to do everything we can to make sure that we stay on top of any changes. Skin cancer is the most prevalent type of cancer. More new cases of skin cancer are reported each year than cancers of breast, lung, prostate and colon combined. Skin cancer can occur from exposure to the sun over your lifetime, current or past tanning bed usage, as well as genetic factors. It’s important to come and see us for regular screenings, so we can spot problems before they become problems.
WE SCREEN FOR:
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Melanoma
Cyst Removal
There are a whole host of medical reasons that cysts can form. We’ll evaluate your cysts, and remove them as painlessly as possible.
Mole Evaluation and Removal
Mole evaluation should become a part of everyone’s regular care. While most moles don’t require treatment at all—unless the patient would like them removed for cosmetic reasons—some moles can be cancerous. It’s important that any changes in mole size or shape be addressed and evaluated as soon as they’re noticed.
