Brad Amos, MD, PhD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist

Brad Amos, MD, PhD, FAAD

The most rewarding aspect of being a Dermatologist over the last 16 years has been the interactions I have had with my patients. I see approximately 10,000 patients per year and try to treat each patient as if they were my friend or relative. I believe that a large number of my patients would consider me to be their friend. I have always put my patient’s best interest at the forefront rather than what their insurance company wanted them to be treated with or whatever was easiest to get covered. I believe that medicine is based on science but that it is crucial for us to remember that patients are people first with loved ones, past experiences, and hopes for the future and their treatment has an impact on each of these.

Cranberry Township

2001 Ehrman Road
Suite 100

Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania 16066

Tel:(724) 473-0660

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Pittsburgh

5500 Corporate Drive
Suite 320

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15237

Tel:(412) 435-1170

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Very professional, and very informative. I will go back. Great staff.

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Annual Skin Check-Up with Dr. Amos I recently had my annual skin check-up with Dr. Amos at Forefront Dermatology, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. From start to finish, the visit was smooth, professional, and reassuring. Upon arrival, I was greeted warmly by the front desk staff, who efficiently handled my check-in process. The waiting area was clean, comfortable, and equipped with current magazines, which made the short wait enjoyable. Dr. Amos’s nurse called me in promptly at my appointment time. She was friendly and took the time to review my medical history, ensuring all details were up to date. Her professionalism and approachable demeanor put me at ease immediately. Throughout the examination, Dr. Amos answered all my questions patiently and provided valuable advice on skincare. His expertise and knowledge were evident, and I felt confident in his care. The entire appointment lasted about 45 minutes, and I left the clinic feeling well-informed and reassured about my skin health. Dr. Amos and his team exemplify excellent patient care. I highly recommend Dr. Amos and Forefront Dermatology for anyone seeking a thorough and comfortable dermatological check-up. I’ll definitely be returning next year for my annual exam.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Courteous and attentive.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Prompt, friendly, professional

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Dr Amos is attentive and knowledgeable

Google • Forefront Dermatology

I have been a patient of Dr. Amos for many years, and have always been very pleased with the treatment I’ve received. Dr. Amos is extremely knowledgeable and thorough in his examinations and treatment recommendations. He takes the time to listen to concerns, and has a caring and professional demeanor. He’s an excellent Dermatologist. The staff is also very friendly and helpful.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Very quick diagnosis and remedy.

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Very professional and knowledgeable

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Professional and courteous. Explained everything very well. Would recommend

Google • Forefront Dermatology

Great service, quick, and very personal.

Education

Undergraduate Degree:

BS, University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, PA

Doctorate Degree:

PhD, University of Texas – Houston, TX

Medical School:

MD, Baylor College of Medicine – Houston, TX

Dermatology Residency:

University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, PA

Certificates

American Board of Dermatology

Publications

Barnes DW, Mousetis L, Amos B, and Silnutzer J Glass Bead Chromatography of Cell Attachment and Spreading Promoting Factors in Human Serum. Anal. Biochem. 127: 196-204, 1984.
Barnes DW, Reing JE, and Amos B. Heparin Binding Properties Of Human Serum Spreading Factor. J. Biol. Chem. 260: 9117-9122, 1985.
Lotan R, Lotan, D, and Amos B. Sialyltransferase in Two Melanoma Cell Lines That are Growth Inhibited by Retinoic Acid Results in Increased Sialylation of Different Cell Surface Glycoproteins. Exp. Cell Res. I 77: 284-294, 1988.
Amos, B. Clifford J. and Lotan R. Modulation of Melanoma Growth and Differentiation by Retinoids. Shroot 8. ed.
“Pharmacology of Retino1ds m the Skin” S Karger, Basel· vol3: 29-36, 1989.
Sacks PG, Oke V, Amos B, Vasey T, and Lotan R. Modulation of Growth, Differentiation, and Glycoprotein Synthesis by P All Trans Retinoic Acid in a Multicellular Tumor Spheroid Model for Squamous Carcinoma of the Head and Neck. Int. J Cancer 99: 926-933, 1989.
Amos B, Deutsch V, and Lotan R. Modulation by All Trans Retinoic Acid ofGlycosylation in Murine Melanoma Cells: Enhancement of Fucosyl and Galactosyltransferase Activities. CancerBiochem. B1ophys. 11: 31-43, 1990.
Amos B, Lotan D, and Lotan R. Increased Fucosylation of High Molecular Weight Glycoproteins Accompanies Retinoic Acid Differentiation ofF-9 Embryonal Carcinoma Cells. Int. J Cancer 46: 86-94, 1990.
Amos B and Lotan R. Modulation of Lysosomal Associated Membrane Glycoproteins (LAMPs 1 and 2) in Embryonal Carcinoma Cells Induced to Differentiate by Retinoic Acid. J. Biol. Chem. 265: 19192-19198, 1990.
Amos B and Lotan R. Retinoid Sensitive Cells and Cell Lines. In L. Packer (ed) Methods in Enzymology: Retinoids. Academic Press, Orlando. 190: 217-225
Lotan R, Amos B, Watanabe H, and Raz A. Suppression ofMelanoma Cell Motility Factor Receptor Expression by Retinoic Acid. Cancer Res. 52: 4878-4884, 1992.
Heffernan M, Lotan R. Palcic M, Amos B, and Dennis JW. Branching of 13 l-6N-Acetylglucosamine-Transferase and Polylactosamine Expression in Mouse F-9 Teratocarcinorna Cells: Modulation During Retinoic Acid Induced Differentiation. J. Biol. Chem. 268: 1242-1251, 1993.
Sacks PG. Amos B, and Lotan R. Enhancement of Glycosylation of Cellular G\yconjugates in the Squamous Cell LineMDA886Ln by 13 All Trans Retinoic Acid. GlycoconjugateJ. 13: 791-796, 1996. Amos B, Deng JS, and Suarez S. Bullous Pemphlgoid in Infancy Case Report and Literature Review. Ped. Dermatol. 15: I 08-111, 1998.
Lu Y, Amos B, Cruise E, Lotan D, and Lotan R. A Parallel Association Between Differentiation and Induction of Galectin-1, And lnhibition of Galectin-3 by Retinoic Acid in Mouse Embryonal Carcinoma F9 Cells. Biol. Chem. 11: 1323-1331, 1998.
Chew J, Gin l, Rau KA, Amos B, and Bridenstine JB. Treatment of Upper Lip Wrinkles: A Comparison of950 musec Dwell Time Carbon Dioxide Laser with Unoccluded Baker’s Phenol Chemical Peel. Dermato/. Surg. 25: 262-266, 1999.
Gin I, Chew J, Rau KA, Amos DB, and Bridenstine JB. Treatment Of Upper Lip Wrinkles: A Comparison of950 musec Dwell Time Carbon Dioxide Laser to Manual Tumescent Dermabrasion. Dermatol. Surg. 25: 468-474, 1999.
Rau KA, Chew J, Gin I, Amos DB, and BridenstineJB. Treatment of Upper Lip Wrinkles: A Comparison of the Sharplan Silktouch Carbon Dioxide Laser with Ellman Radiosurgery.
Am.Jo/CosmeticSurg. 17: 9-14,2000.

*Age Restriction

For patients scheduling who are under 18 years of age (19 in Alabama) please make sure you have permission from your parent or legal guardian to schedule this appointment. Your parent or legal guardian must accompany you on your initial visit and on certain subsequent visits to provide appropriate informed consent.