Background
Aanand Geria, MD
Aanand N. Geria, MD, FAAD is a board-certified dermatologist, founder of Geria Dermatology, and a recognized skincare guru known for his expertise in evidence-based skin health and aesthetics. He started his practice with the mission to provide the highest level of dermatologic treatment using innovative technology and evidence-based medicine in a customized and compassionate environment.
Dr. Geria was born and raised in New Jersey. He earned his undergraduate degree at Penn State University and his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors. He completed a transitional internship at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania, followed by a dermatology residency at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC, where he was appointed Chief Resident during his final year.
Dr. Geria is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology. He is a member of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, New Jersey Dermatological Society, and the Skin of Color Society. He has authored numerous articles in major peer-reviewed journals and has lectured at both local and national conferences. Dr. Geria also serves as a Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at Mount Sinai and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
Widely regarded as an influential voice in skincare, Dr. Geria frequently serves in an advisory role to major skincare brands, helping guide product development and innovation with a strong foundation in clinical science. He is recognized by Castle Connolly as a “Top Doctor,” an honor awarded by his peers. He is also frequently sought out for his expert commentary on the latest trends in dermatology, with features in publications including Cosmopolitan, Allure, Glamour, Forbes, and Men’s Health. Additionally, Newsweek has named Dr. Geria one of the Top 20 Medical and Cosmetic Dermatologists in the United States. He is one of only 15 dermatologists nationwide to be recognized in both the Medical and Cosmetic categories by Newsweek.
Board-certified dermatologist
Education
Dr. Geria was born and raised in New Jersey. He earned his undergraduate degree at Penn State University and his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors. He went on to complete a transitional internship at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Afterward, Dr. Geria completed his dermatology residency at Howard University Hospital and VA Medical Center in Washington, DC. He was appointed chief resident during his final year of residency.
Memberships & Societies
Dr. Geria is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology. He is a member of American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, New Jersey Dermatological Society, and Skin of Color Society. He has authored several articles in major peer-reviewed journals as well as lectured at local and national conferences. Dr. Geria is on staff at Holy Name Medical Center and Hackensack University Medical Center. He is a Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at Mount Sinai and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.
Awards & Recognition
Since 2018, Dr. Geria has made the list of Castle Connolly “Top Doctors”, an honor awarded by his peers. He is frequently sought out for his input on the latest trends in dermatology as evidenced by his commentary in publication such as Allure, Fashionista, The Zoe Report, Complex, Business Insider, and Coveteur. In 2022, Newsweek magazine named Dr. Geria as one of the top 20 cosmetic dermatologists in the United States as well as one of the top medical dermatologists. Dr. Geria is one of only 15 dermatologists in the nation to be recognized in both the Medical and Cosmetic categories by Newsweek.
Ethos
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Our mission is to provide the greatest standard of dermatological care using cutting-edge technology and evidence-based medicine in a personalized and compassionate setting. We are a patient-focused team dedicated to becoming the best place to work while providing the highest quality dermatology care. Our aim is to exceed patients’ expectations while establishing ourselves as the premier dermatology practice in northern New Jersey.
