Linda K. Franks, M.D., FAAD
Director, Gramercy Park Dermatology
Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology, NYU School of Medicine
Board Certified, American Board of Dermatology
• Laser and Skin Surgery
• Cosmetic Dermatology
• Skin Cancer Screening and Prevention
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, MD
Harvard University, Brigham & Women's Hospital, Intern (Medicine)
NYU School of Medicine, Resident and Chief Resident (Dermatology)
NYU School of Medicine, Sulzberger Research Fellowship (Cell Biology)
US Air Force, Major, Medical Corps (1990-1994)
Andrew G. Franks Jr., MD, FACP, FAAD, FACR
Director, The Autoimmune Skin Institute of New York at Gramercy Park Dermatology
Clinical Professor of Medicine (Rheumatology) and Dermatology, NYU School of Medicine
Board Certified: 1) American Board of Internal Medicine; 2) American Board of Dermatology; 3) American Board of Rheumatology,
Fellow, American College of Physicians, American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Rheumatology.
• Autoimmune Skin Disease
• Lupus Erythematosus
• Scleroderma
• Morphea
• Dermatomyositis
• Raynaud's Syndrome
NYU, College of Arts & Science, B.A.
New York Medical College, MD & Intern in Internal Medicine
Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Beth Israel Hospital, Resident in Medicine
Columbia University School of Medicine, Resident in Dermatology
Columbia University School of Medicine, Fellow in Rheumatology
Dr. Franks’ Doximity Website/Profile
Dr. Franks’ NYU Langone Website/Profile
Vanessa Bell-Pantano, MSN, ANP-C, RN
Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Coordinator
Vanessa Bell-Pantano is a board-certified Adult Nurse Practitioner through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), with over 25 years of experience in both acute and ambulatory care settings. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Molloy College in Rockville Centre, NY, and holds a Bachelor of Science from Fordham University.
Her clinical background includes direct care experience in cardiothoracic intensive care, as well as leadership roles as an operational leader and clinical director in private and ambulatory care. Vanessa is passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based care with a personalized approach to managing chronic and acute medical conditions.
Committed to lifelong learning and clinical excellence, she remains at the forefront of advancements in nursing practice, providing compassionate, patient-centered care to every individual she serves.
Katie Marrone MSN, AGNP-BC, BSN
Nurse Practitioner
Katie is a board-certified nurse practitioner licensed in the state of New York, with a clinical focus in dermatology and integrative skin health. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Drexel University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the College of Mount Saint Vincent. In addition, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship at Fordham University, providing her with a well-rounded foundation in both clinical care and patient experience.
Her nursing career began at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where she co-founded the Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit Mentorship Program, presented at the annual Surgical ICU Symposium, and served as a unit preceptor. Now, as a dermatology provider, she brings that same level of precision and compassion to the evaluation and treatment of a wide range of skin concerns.
She is nationally certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and is passionate about blending evidence-based medicine with a personalized approach to skin wellness. Her clinical interests include skin aging, acne and preventive dermatologic care. She is also an active member of the Nurse Practitioner Society of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association, the Society of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners, and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Dedicated to patient education and long-term skin health, she aims to empower her patients with both knowledge and results.