Luftman, Debra

Debra Luftman, MD

Luftman, Debra

Dr. Luftman is a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

She has decades of experience in cosmetic and medical dermatology, with particular expertise in anti-aging treatments and skin rejuvenation. An early leader in the field, Dr. Luftman was one of the first to publish research on using external ultrasound with tumescent liposuction. She continues to stay at the forefront of dermatologic innovation by offering the latest cosmetic technologies and treatment options.

Dr. Luftman provides a wide array of cosmetic services including laser skin rejuvenation, laser hair removal, injectable fillers such as Restylane, Perlane and Juvéderm, as well as Botox for wrinkle reduction.

About Debra Luftman, MD

Dr. Luftman is a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group.

She has decades of experience in cosmetic and medical dermatology, with particular expertise in anti-aging treatments and skin rejuvenation. An early leader in the field, Dr. Luftman was one of the first to publish research on using external ultrasound with tumescent liposuction. She continues to stay at the forefront of dermatologic innovation by offering the latest cosmetic technologies and treatment options.

Dr. Luftman provides a wide array of cosmetic services including laser skin rejuvenation, laser hair removal, injectable fillers such as Restylane, Perlane and Juvéderm, as well as Botox for wrinkle reduction.

Her practice also includes Thermage, IPL/Photofacial, microdermabrasion, spider vein treatment with Asclera and sclerotherapy, BLU-U light acne treatment, glycolic peels and TCA peels.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Luftman teaches skin surgery and general dermatology at UCLA and maintains active memberships in several professional organizations including the American Academy of Dermatology and the Skin Cancer Foundation.

Education & Training

  • BS, chemical engineering, University of Washington, magna cum laude
  • MS, Johns Hopkins University
  • MD, Yale University
  • Internal medicine internship, Yale University
  • Dermatology residency, Yale University

Experience

  • American Academy of Dermatology
  • American Board of Dermatology
  • American Board of Medical Specialties
  • San Fernando Valley Dermatology Society
  • Skin Cancer Foundation
  • Los Angeles Metroderm

Professional Memberships & Associations

  • American Academy of Dermatology
  • Washington DC Dermatological Society

Certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

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About Schweiger Dermatology Group

Founded by Dr. Eric Schweiger in 2010, Schweiger Dermatology Group began as a single office in Midtown Manhattan with a mission to deliver high-quality dermatologic care without long waits. As demand grew, so did the practice. Today we have over 160 locations across 9 states with more than 600 of the nation's leading providers and were ranked as the number one practice nationally in cosmetic and reconstructive care by Castle Connolly. In 2023, we broadened our expertise by integrating allergy care into our services. We remain committed to offering exceptional medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology as well as comprehensive allergy services, ensuring patients receive expert care in a modern, state-of-the art environment.