What Schweiger Dermatology does

Schweiger Dermatology Group is a privately held, PE-backed dermatology practice platform founded in 2010 by Dr. Eric Schweiger in New York to address long wait times for dermatology appointments. The company operates 160+ office locations across 9 states (New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, and California) staffed by 600+ providers, having served more than 2 million patients historically. Its service mix spans medical dermatology (acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer screening and Mohs surgery), cosmetic dermatology (Botox, dermal fillers, laser and light treatments, chemical peels, microneedling, hair restoration, Ultherapy), surgical dermatology, and allergy and immunology services delivered through a dedicated Schweiger Allergy division launched in 2023.

The underlying technology stack is conventional practice infrastructure rather than a proprietary platform: the EMA (ema.md) patient portal and EHR for medical records, scheduling, and provider communication, Zocdoc integration for online booking, a Workday-based careers and recruiting portal, a Smartsheet-managed APP program application flow, OneTrust for CCPA consent, Google reCAPTCHA on public forms, PatientBillHelp.com for billing, and a separate Shop Schweiger e-commerce site for physician-dispensed skincare. The clinical differentiation rests on a proprietary Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Training Program in both dermatology and allergy, an in-house dermatopathology lab under a Laboratory Director, a dedicated Clinical Research Department running Phase 4 trials in psoriasis, vitiligo, atopic dermatitis, alopecia areata, and other indications (with Dr. David Goldberg as Director of Clinical Research), and an Ambulatory Surgery Center. The company also operates a centralized contracting and credentialing function supporting 70+ Castle Connolly Top Doctors (2026) and a #2 national ranking by Castle Connolly.

Revenue is generated through multiple streams: insurance-billed medical dermatology (subscription/recurring), cash-pay cosmetic procedures (one-time), insurance-billed allergy services with recurring immunotherapy (subscription/recurring), physician-dispensed skincare e-commerce (hardware/product sales), and in-house laboratory fees (professional services). Patient acquisition is direct-to-consumer via online booking (Zocdoc), phone (844-DERM-DOC), SMS scheduling, walk-ins, and telehealth, with financing through CareCredit for out-of-pocket costs above $250. The go-to-market combines consumer marketing (SEO, content, reviews, press coverage in Vogue, Allure, Forbes, GQ, and the New York Post) with a B2B channel targeting independent dermatology practices for acquisition—a roll-up strategy funded by $35M from LLR Partners (2016), $100M from LNK Partners (2020), and additional debt facilities, and executed through 20+ completed acquisitions including The Derm Group (2021, 40 providers), United Skin Specialists (2024, Midwest platform), Lake Dermatology (2023, first Southeast entry), and Allergy & Asthma Care of New York (2023, allergy vertical launch).

Name

Schweiger Dermatology

Legal name

Schweiger Dermatology Group

Website

https://schweigerderm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Schweiger Dermatology Group is a PE-backed dermatology practice platform operating 160+ locations across 9 states with 600+ providers, delivering integrated medical, cosmetic, surgical, and allergy dermatology services to a base of more than 2 million patients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dermatology Services

NAICS

Offices of All Other Health Practitioners (62139)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Medical Laboratories (8071)

akta.pro primary industry

General & Medical Dermatology (HLAKACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Procedural Dermatology (Office-Based Surgery) (HLAKACAG), Mohs Surgery & Skin Cancer (Dermatologic Oncology) (HLAKACAD), Contact Dermatitis & Patch Testing (HLAKACAK), Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF)

Keywords

• Medical dermatology services
• Cosmetic dermatology treatments
• Allergy and immunology care
• Surgical dermatology Mohs
• Skin cancer treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Medical Dermatology Services: Insurance-billed medical dermatology services including skin cancer treatments, acne treatment, eczema, psoriasis, and general dermatology conditions.
2. Cosmetic Dermatology Services: Elective cosmetic procedures including Botox, dermal fillers, laser treatments, chemical peels - not billed through insurance.
3. Allergy Services: Allergy testing, immunotherapy, and asthma treatments through Schweiger Allergy.
4. Skincare Products: Physician-dispensed skincare products through shop.schweigerderm.com
5. Laboratory Services: In-house laboratory processing for biopsies and excisions. $100 charge for lab costs if no insurance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Schweiger Dermatology Group is a multi-location dermatology practice that delivers medical, cosmetic, surgical, and allergy/immunology care through 160+ office locations staffed by 600+ providers. Services include skin cancer screening and treatment, Mohs surgery, acne, eczema, psoriasis, Botox and dermal fillers, laser treatments, allergy testing and immunotherapy, and clinical trial participation, with most major insurance plans accepted.

Product overview

Schweiger Dermatology Group operates as a multi-location dermatology practice offering integrated medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology services alongside dedicated allergy care through Schweiger Allergy. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services including medical dermatology (acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer screening/treatment), cosmetic dermatology (Botox, fillers, laser treatments, chemical peels), surgical procedures including Mohs surgery, and clinical trials for various skin conditions. The organization also offers an Advanced Practice Provider training program and a dedicated allergy training program. Services are delivered across 160+ locations in 10 states through a network of 600+ providers serving approximately 2 million patients, with patient support tools including an online portal, e-commerce shop for skincare products, and multiple insurance and financing options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Schweiger Allergy: Allergy and immunology services division of Schweiger Dermatology Group offering testing, treatment, and immunotherapy for environmental and food allergies

Products and services

• Medical Dermatology
• Cosmetic Dermatology
• Surgical Dermatology and Mohs Surgery
• Schweiger Allergy Services
• Skincare Products (Shop Schweiger)
• Clinical Trials and Research

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 2 million patients served
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Obagi MedicalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 February 2026Schweiger Dermatology selected as key partner for the Aesthetics Leadership with Obagi's Hyaluronic Acid (ALOHA) Program to generate real-world evidence for the Obagi saypha MagIQ injectable product. Collaboration includes Phase 4 clinical study led by Dr. David Goldberg at Hackensack location and real-world evaluation program at select Schweiger aesthetic locations. Initial activities expected to begin in early 2026.
• CuteraminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerClinical collaboration where Schweiger principal investigators presented 12-month clinical data for Cutera's AviClear laser treatment at Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference. Dr. David Goldberg serves as Director of Clinical Research.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Others

• The Derm Group: New Jersey-based dermatology practice acquired by Schweiger in October 2021. Pre-acquisition, it operated as a comparable single-state independent dermatology group with medical and surgical services.
• Obagi Medical: Global medical-grade skincare company. Partnered with Schweiger (Feb 2026) for the ALOHA Program; comparable as a dermatology-aligned products and aesthetics brand serving the same patient population.

Direct peers

• US Dermatology Partners: US Dermatology Partners is the largest PE-backed dermatology consolidator in the US, with 100+ locations across multiple states. It is the most direct comparator to Schweiger's acquisition-driven, multi-specialty dermatology platform.
• Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery: One of the largest dermatology practices in the US, with locations across Florida and the Southeast offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Operates as a PE-backed platform competing in the same consolidation category.
• QualDerm Partners: PE-backed dermatology and skin care consolidator with 50+ locations across the eastern US. Operates a similar acquisition-based multi-state dermatology platform serving insured medical and cash-pay aesthetic markets.
• Forefront Dermatology: Large Midwest-anchored dermatology practice network with 100+ locations across multiple states. Provides full-service medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology under a multi-site, multi-state operating model.
• Anne Arundel Dermatology: Mid-Atlantic dermatology platform operating 100+ locations with medical, surgical, and cosmetic services. Following a similar acquisition strategy across the Northeast and Southeast US.
• Pinnacle Dermatology: PE-backed dermatology network with strong Midwest presence acquired by Sun Capital in 2023. Comparable multi-state dermatology rollup with medical, surgical, and aesthetic service lines.
• Riverchase Dermatology: Florida-based dermatology practice network offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic services. A regional consolidator with a comparable service mix; previously supported by private equity.

Broad incumbents

• Dermatology Associates: Long-established independent-affiliated multi-location dermatology groups operating across the US. Larger and more fragmented group practices offering the same core medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/schweigerderm
• Facebookfacebook.com/schweigerderm

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors5 records

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M&A10 records

Investments

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