At the Dermatologic Center for Excellence, we recognize that your choice of a dermatologist is driven both by the doctor’s competency and personality. When searching for dermatological treatment, you need a dermatologist who is experienced, understanding and supportive. You get this caring attitude from all the staff at the Dermatologic Center for Excellence every day. Our staff works together as a team to be sure we are responsive to your needs and keep you informed about your health issues. We look forward to getting to know you.
Anthony S. Dee, MD
Board Certified Dermatologist in Buffalo, NY
Dermatologic Center for ExcellenceBorn and raised in the mountains of Idaho, Dr. Anthony Dee knew from the very beginning he wanted to practice medicine in a quiet rural setting. Pursuing the educational pathway to become a board certified dermatologist, Dr. Dee took advantage of every opportunity to expand his horizons and fulfill personal goals. Graduating from Brigham Young University , and then the Medical College of Wisconsin , Dr. Dee entered his internship in the United States Air Force. His continued desire to learn and train led to becoming a Flight Surgeon at the Air Force’s “Top Gun” base. It was during this time of serving his country, flying in fighter jets, and traveling throughout the world, that he came to appreciate the diagnosis and management of skin related disorders. Upon concluding his military commitment, Dr. Dee and his family moved to Buffalo, NY where he completed a “Photodynamic Therapy - Cutaneous Oncology” clinical fellowship at Roswell Park Cancer Institute . From there he entered directly into the dermatology residency at State University of New York-Buffalo . Graduating from residency training and passing the American Board of Dermatology certification examination in 2003, Dr Anthony Dee opened his solo general dermatology practice in Clarence, NY.
Dr. Anthony Dee also takes great pleasure in teaching. He is a Clinical Preceptor for the Daemen College, Physician Assistant Program , and D'Youville College, Physician Assistant Program . His experience and knowledge of Dermatology helps to educate Physician Assistant students on the various dermatologic illnesses and ailments they may encounter throughout their practice of medicine.
Current Professional affiliations include: American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
Danielle Johnston, PA-C

Danielle Licensed and Board Certified Physician Assistant who graduated Magna cum Laude from Daemen College in 2010 earning her Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies. While attending this program, she traveled to the Dominican Republic on three occasions to provide medical care to an underserved community with the Students Without Borders (SWOB) and was acting president of the organization for the 2008-2009 term. Danielle was named Daemen College’s Physician Assistant Student of the Year for the 2010 graduating class.
Danielle is a native of Clarence, NY and joined our team at the Dermatologic Center for Excellence to collaborate care with Dr. Anthony Dee in September 2014. After training with Dr. Dee, she is able to treat a wide array of dermatologic illnesses and ailments.
Current Professional affiliations include: Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA) , American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) , New York State Society of Physician Assistants (NYSSPA) , and Western New York Physician Assistant Association (WNYPAA) .
Matthew Dee, PA-C
Matthew is a Licensed and Board Certified Physician Assistant who graduated Magna Cum Laude from Daemen College in 2019 with a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies. While attending the Daemen PA program, Matthew was involved in the Daemen College Interprofessional Collaboration Committee, Physician Assistant Student Mentor Program, and worked as a Peer Learning Coach for Gross Human Anatomy. Additionally, Matthew was the recipient of the Clinical Research Award for the graduating class of 2019. His favorite clinical rotations included Dermatology and Plastic Surgery.
Prior to attending Daemen College, Matthew graduated Magna Cum Laude from Canisius College of Buffalo, NY in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. Additionally, he achieved placement on the Dean’s Special Distinction List for academic excellence.
When he was young, Matthew spent many days shadowing his father and learning from the kind patients of the Dermatologic Center for Excellence. As he grew, his love for dermatologic conditions and their therapeutic interventions became his driving force to pursue a career in medicine.
Matthew has since joined our practice, beginning his career in the field of Dermatology where he continues to gain clinical experience in both general and cosmetic dermatology.