
Michael Wartels, MD, FAAD
Michael Wartels, MD, FAAD
Dr. Michael Wartels joins Water’s Edge Dermatology with a wealth of experience in general and surgical dermatology. He is board certified by The American Academy of Dermatology and has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Wartels graduated with honors from both the New York University School of Medicine and the University of Pennsylvania. He completed his dermatology residency at Albert Einstein College of medicine under the tutelage of Dr. Michael Fisher and interned at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, New York.
After completion of his residency program, Dr. Wartels began his career in New York City then relocated to Ocala, Florida where he has been in private practice for the past 22 years.
Dr. Wartels has a longstanding commitment of active involvement with Camp Knutson, a transformative program for individuals with disabilities related to severe dermatologic afflictions.
A New York native, happily married, proud father of two, Dr. Wartels enjoys an active lifestyle which includes tennis and running.

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For Lady Lake/The Villages Office Call
(352) 775-0400
For Ocala Office Call
(352) 732-0339
Education and Training
Residency:
Residency in Dermatology Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York City, NY
Graduate Degree
Doctor of Medicine New York University School of Medicine, New York City, NY
Internal Medicine Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, NY
Undergraduate Degree:
Bachelor of Arts University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Affiliations:
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery American Academy of Dermatology American College of Cryosurgery American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery International Society of Dermatology Dermatology Foundation American Medical Association Florida Society of Dermatologic Surgeons Florida Medical Association The National Psoriasis Foundation