Platina Coy Gershtenson, MD, FAAD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
4.9 /5
318 reviews
I want each patient to feel as though I have listened to them and that I’m caring and compassionate. I try to understand how their condition affects them. Patients often tell me that I’m very thorough, which translates into taking the time needed to treat their condition.
- Platina Coy Gershtenson, MD
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Forefront Dermatology
Very professional and exceptional attention to detail.
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Forefront Dermatology
Dr. Gershtenson is knowledgeable and personable, she throughly explained everything. The entire staff were all very friendly and knowledgeable as well.
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Forefront Dermatology
All questions answered and explained clearly.
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
I am so impressed with Dr. Gershtenson’s knowledge and wisdom. She treats me with respect and seems genuinely interested in my wellbeing. I have a great deal of confidence in her.
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I am very confident in Dr. Gershtenson’s care. She is knowledgeable, thorough, professional, friendly and caring. She is also very attractive and has beautiful red hair and blue eyes.
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Forefront Dermatology
Thorough skin screening, friendly personnel, personal interest in my well-being: Dr Gershtenson’s office has it all. She’s an outstanding dermatologist.
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Forefront Dermatology
I appreciate how thorough she is and how she communicated to me the issues that are concerning. Very professional.
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5.0/5
Forefront Dermatology
My experience was very good. I had a lot going on and the Doctor listened patiently to the whole story leading up to my problem. She was very thorough in explaining her diagnosis and the treatment course. Highly recommend!
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Forefront Dermatology
Dr. G, is always friendly, professional, knowledgeable and thorough. I’m very confident and comfortable seeking her care.
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Forefront Dermatology
Everyone is so pleasant and professional. Dr. G is very nice and easy to talk to. She explains so you understand would recommend her to anyone!!!!!
Education

Undergraduate Degree:
Cornell University, NY

Medical School:
University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine, IL

Dermatology Residency:
University of Illinois at Chicago, IL

Hospital Affiliations
United Hospital System, Kenosha WI
Certificates
Board-Certified Dermatologist (American Board of Dermatology)
Professional Memberships
Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology
Wisconsin Dermatological Society
Achievements
Clinical Dermatology Award, University of Illinois College of Medicine, 2009
CMSC Certificate for Leadership, 2003
James Scholar University of Illinois College of Medicine
Co-chairperson Bioethics Interest Group, University of Illinois College of Medicine, 2002-2003
Publications

1. Gershtenson PC, Krunic AL, Chen HM. Multiple clustered dermatofibroma: case report and review of the literature. Journal of Cutaneous Pathology. 2010 Sep;37(9):e42-5.
2. Gershtenson PC, Krunic A, Chen H, Konanahalli M and Sophie Worobec, MD. Subungual and periungual blue nevus – melanoma simulator. Australasian Journal of Dermatology. 2009 May;50(2):144-7.