Dr. Rishi Chopra, MD, MS, FAAD

Dr. Rishi Chopra, MD, MS, FAAD

Rishi Chopra, is a Harvard fellowship-trained, board-certified cosmetic dermatologist, internationally recognized for his expertise in lasers, injectables, skin of color, and skin longevity.

Dr. Chopra completed his advanced laser & cosmetics training at Harvard Medical School and the Wellman Center for Photomedicine, the world’s leading center for lasers, where he trained directly under the inventors of Fraxel, CO₂ laser resurfacing, radiofrequency microneedling, laser hair removal, PicoSure, VBeam, tattoo-removal lasers, Avava/Miria, Accure/AviClear, CoolSculpting, and Ellacor.

Globally recognized for his expertise in aesthetics for skin of color, Dr. Chopra frequently lectures on melanin-safe laser techniques, treatment planning for diverse skin types, acne scar management in darker skin tones, and hyperpigmentation.

Doctor Summary

Education

Harvard Medical School

Specialty

Lasers in Skin of Color, Skin Longevity, Acne Scars, Skin Tightening, Facial Balancing

Languages

English, Hindi

Career highlight

Completing laser fellowship training under Dr. R. Rox Anderson, the godfather and inventor of modern aesthetic lasers

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A Leader in Lasers, Injectables, and Regenerative Aesthetics​

Dr. Chopra sits on the advisory boards of several prominent aesthetic companies and has contributed to the development, launch, and optimization of widely used lasers and injectables, including Fraxel FTX, Clear & Brilliant, Sofwave, Thermage, Xerf, AviClear, Ellacor, Avava/Miria, Potenza, Secret Duo, Secret Pro, DermaV, Accufit, Pure Impact, and Evolysse.

He has earned multiple distinctions, including New York Super Doctors – Rising Stars, Pfizer’s Rising Derm Star, and the 4-Under-40 Medical Aesthetic Vanguard Award, recognizing emerging leaders shaping the future of aesthetic medicine. He is also a three-time Maverick Award recipient for innovative contributions with lasting impact on the field.

Peer-Reviewed Research and Global Aesthetic Medicine Education​

A prolific educator, Dr. Chopra has authored more than 30 peer-reviewed publications and serves as invited faculty for major dermatology and aesthetic medicine conferences, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, and the Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress.

He has delivered more than 100 national and international lectures on advanced laser techniques, injectable facial balancing, acne scar treatments, skin tightening and body contouring, and regenerative aesthetics. 

A trusted media expert, Dr. Chopra has been featured in The New York Times, TIME, Forbes, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, CNN, Fox News, Newsweek, NPR, Allure, and more. He recently appeared on Times Square billboards for the launch of Elm Biosciences’ skincare line alongside Martha Stewart. His expertise is sought by high-profile and celebrity patients who value natural, subtle, and undetectable aesthetic results.

Dr. Chopra’s Aesthetic Philosophy

Natural, Harmonious Results
Enhancing individual features while preserving balance and identity.

Precision Over Excess
Using advanced techniques, thoughtful treatment planning, and conservative dosing to achieve refined, elegant rejuvenation.

Science-First, Not Trend-First
Prioritizing evidence-based treatments with proven safety, efficacy, and long-term value.

Regenerative-Forward Care
Favoring treatments that activate natural repair pathways, stimulate collagen, improve skin quality, and support long-term skin resilience.

The face of longevity dermatology at Hudson Dermatology in New York​

As Longevity Director at Hudson Dermatology & Laser Surgery, Dr. Chopra leads the practice’s Skin Longevity Program, a personalized, evidence-based approach designed to preserve healthy, youthful skin over time.

This cutting-edge program integrates advanced diagnostic imaging, objective skin analysis, regenerative medicine, energy-based technologies, biostimulatory injectables, medical skincare, and lifestyle optimization to support collagen maintenance, enhance skin quality, and address the biological processes that drive visible aging.

Rather than chasing trends or isolated procedures, Dr. Chopra focuses on building healthy, resilient skin through proactive, measurable, and science-driven care.

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