About Karin H. Satra, MD
Dr. Karin H. Satra is a compassionate, sincere, and dedicated dermatologist. She has been practicing dermatology for over 20 years and is committed to providing excellent patient care. She is a diplomate of The National Board of Medical Examiners and is board certified in Dermatology as well as Internal Medicine. This uniquely comprehensive background enables Dr. Satra to provide her patients with the most advanced care. She is a fellow in The American Academy of Dermatology and a member of the New Jersey Dermatologic Society as well as the Bergen County Medical Society. Dr. Satra completed her Bachelor of Arts degree at Douglas College of Rutgers University where she graduated summa cum laude. She then went on to Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York where she was conferred the title of Medical Doctor (M.D.). She received her dermatology training at New York Presbyterian Medical Center where she was honored to be selected as Chief Resident. Prior to that, she completed an Internal Medicine residency at Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York and a dermatology research fellowship at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Currently Dr. Satra is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons where she supervises residents in dermatology. Besides medicine, Dr. Satra's other passions include music, athletics, and service. An avid violist, she has performed in numerous groups including the Adelphi Chamber Orchestra, The Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra, and various string quartets. Dr. Satra enjoys yoga and bicycling, competing each year in a triathalon, and participates in Ski For Light/Sports For Health, programs dedicated to skiing, biking, and other activities with the visually impaired. As an athlete, she likes to challenge herself. She was proud to recently complete a century ride (100 miles in one day) on a tandem bike with her visually impaired bike partner, and to climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.
