Professional Mole Removal by a Dermatologist in Miami

Written by

Dr. Carolina Puyana, MD

Double Board-Certified Dermatologist & Mohs Surgeon · Skin Cancer · Lasers · Cosmetic

Dr. Carolina Puyana is a double board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon, recognized for both clinical excellence and academic distinction. She graduated with the Highest Honors at the top of her class from the University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine, after earning her undergraduate degree from the University of Miami and her Master of Public Health from UM's Miller School of Medicine — also with the Highest Honors. A distinguished physician-scholar, Dr. Puyana has authored over 45 peer-reviewed publications with more than 300 citations, contributed to four major dermatology textbooks, and was awarded a National Institutes of Health research grant for her work on skin cancer disparities. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she founded Miami Skin Center to bring elite, evidence-based dermatology to South Florida — combining academic rigor with the personal attention every patient deserves.