Dr. Faraj is a highly skilled dermatologist with extensive training in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. He is experienced in Mohs micrographic surgery, facial reconstructive surgery, laser treatments, cosmetic procedures, and medical hair restoration. Over the course of his career, Dr. Faraj has performed thousands of surgeries, including excisions, Mohs procedures, and facial reconstructions.
A dedicated physician and researcher, Dr. Faraj has been published in multiple peer-reviewed journals and is an active member of leading medical organizations. He combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to help patients achieve the best outcomes for their skin health.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Faraj enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, rowing, soccer, golfing, traveling, and exploring authentic local cuisine.
- Bachelor’s degree: Biology, Minor in Chemistry – University of Connecticut
- Master’s degree: Molecular Biotechnology – University of Massachusetts
- Medical degree: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM), Bradenton, FL
- Graduated at the top of his medical class
- Scored in the top percentile of the United States Medical Licensing Exam
- Internship: Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Hospital, Poughkeepsie, NY
- Residency: Orlando, FL (affiliated with Kansas City University-GMEC/ADCS Consortium)
- Extensive training in:
- Medical and surgical dermatology
- Mohs micrographic surgery and facial reconstructive surgery
- Laser procedures and cosmetic dermatology
- Medical hair restoration
- Performed thousands of dermatologic surgeries including excisions, Mohs surgery, and reconstructions
- Published in journals such as:
- Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
- JAMA Dermatology
- Cutis
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Journal of North America
- Nutrients
- American Academy of Dermatology
- American Society for Mohs Surgery
- American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
- American Medical Association