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Dr. Sarah Chen

Medical Director & Board-Certified Dermatologist

MD, FAAD Board Certified 15+ Years Experience Allergan Trainer

Dr. Sarah Chen is the Medical Director of Nova Med Spa and one of Long Island's most respected dermatologists. With over 15 years of experience in medical aesthetics, she has performed more than 20,000 injectable procedures and trained hundreds of practitioners across the Northeast. Her philosophy centers on natural-looking results that enhance each patient's unique beauty.

20,000+
Procedures Performed
15+
Years Experience
47
Articles Published
4.9★
Patient Rating

"The best aesthetic work is the kind no one notices. My patients don't want to look 'done'—they want to look refreshed, confident, and like the best version of themselves. That's my mission with every treatment."

— Dr. Sarah Chen

Career Journey

Education & Experience

2008 - Present

Medical Director, Nova Med Spa

Founded Nova Med Spa with a vision to bring luxury medical aesthetics to Long Island. Oversees all clinical operations, trains staff, and personally treats VIP patients.

2005 - 2008

Attending Dermatologist, Mount Sinai Hospital

Specialized in cosmetic dermatology and laser surgery. Conducted research on novel filler techniques and published 12 peer-reviewed papers.

2002 - 2005

Dermatology Residency, NYU Langone

Completed rigorous 3-year residency program. Named Chief Resident in final year. Specialized training in Mohs surgery and cosmetic procedures.

1998 - 2002

MD, Columbia University College of Physicians

Graduated with honors. Received the Dermatology Excellence Award and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society.

1994 - 1998

BS Biochemistry, Cornell University

Graduated Magna Cum Laude. Pre-med track with research focus on skin biology and aging. Dean's List all semesters.

Specializations

Areas of Expertise

Botox & Neurotoxins

Advanced techniques for natural results. Certified Allergan trainer with expertise in treating all facial areas including masseter reduction and hyperhidrosis.

Dermal Fillers

Full-face rejuvenation using Juvederm, Restylane, and Sculptra. Known for her "liquid facelift" technique that lifts and contours without surgery.

Anti-Aging Medicine

Combines injectables with advanced treatments like Morpheus8, PRP, and medical-grade skincare for comprehensive rejuvenation.

Laser Treatments

Expert in IPL, CO2 laser resurfacing, and BBL treatments. Specializes in treating sun damage, pigmentation, and acne scarring.

Professional Affiliations

Certifications & Memberships

American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)

Fellow member since 2005. Active participant in annual meetings and continuing education programs.

American Society for Dermatologic Surgery

Board member and presenter at national conferences on injectable techniques.

Allergan Medical Institute Faculty

Certified trainer teaching other physicians advanced Botox and filler injection methods.

New York State Medical License

Active and unrestricted. License #245678. Board certified in Dermatology.

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