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  • Dermatology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine
  • Accepting new patients
  • 45 years of experience
  • Advanced Dermatology Associates Ltd 1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 100, Allentown, PA 18103
  • (610) 437-4134

Brief Intro

Dr. Purcell joined the faculty of PCOM in 1990. He is Professor, Chair and Residency Program Director of Dermatology of the Division of Dermatology in the Department of Internal Medicine. Dr. Purcell began his career in dermatology with a series of military assignments. He was Chief of Aerospace Medicine Service at Hancock Field, NY from 1982 to 1983, and Chief of the Dermatology Service of Ehrling Bergquist Regional USAF Hospital at Offut AFB, Nebraska from 1986 to 1988. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, the American Academy of Dermatology, and the American Medical Association. Dr. Purcell received his D.O. from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1980 and completed his internship and residency with the United States Air Force Medical Center. His additional training includes a course in Aerospace Primary Medicine and the Xanar Laser Preceptorship Training Program. Dr. Purcell has published numerous articles in professional dermatology journals and has lectured at national meetings of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Society of Investigative Dermatology, and the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Wilford Hall Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine - 1980

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • Advanced Dermatology Associates
  • 1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 100, Allentown, PA 18103
  • Mon:7:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Tue:7:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Wed:7:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Thu:7:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Fri:7:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Sat:8:00 am - 11:00 am
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Dermatology
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Pain Medicine

Conditions Addressed

  • Psoriasis
  • Eczema
  • Plantar Warts
  • Hair Loss
  • Skin Rash
  • Skin Cancer
  • Melanoma
  • Rosacea
  • Athlete's Foot
  • Tinea Unguium
  • Acne
  • Contact Dermatitis
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Humana
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • AmeriHealth
  • Cancer 44
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 41
  • Orthopedics 71
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 54
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 71
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 73
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 27
  • Children's Hospital 13
  • Urology 72
  • Psychiatry 80
  • Geriatrics 67
  • Rehabilitation 64
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 14
  • Ophthalmology 3
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 8
  • Rheumatology 2
  • Long Term Care 11
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 43