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Bobby Buka, MD, JD

Dr. Bobby Buka is a board-certified dermatologist and the Founder and CEO of The Dermatology Specialists, the largest dermatology practice in New York. A member of the American Academy of Dermatology, he has authored two books on skin health, Buka’s Emergencies in Dermatology and Top 50 Dermatology Case Studies for Primary Care, as well as a children’s book on mindfulness.

Dr. Buka serves as a clinical instructor at Mount Sinai Hospital and is recognized for his expertise in both cosmetic and medical dermatology. In 2024, he was named a finalist for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. He also serves on the Dermatology & Retail Alliance board, led the 2024 La Roche-Posay skin health panel at the US Open, and appeared on Gabby Bernstein’s viral Dear Gabby podcast.

Previously, Dr. Buka was the Founder and Chief Science Officer of First Aid Beauty, overseeing its sale to P&G in 2018. He now advises Fig. 1, Dune Suncare, and serves as the Chief Science Officer for Flakes. His commitment to the intersection of medicine and holistic living also led him to found Prana Farms, which provides free produce to patients and staff at The Dermatology Specialists’  50+ locations.