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Kathleen Mannava, M.D.
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Dr Kathleen Mannava is a native of Spencerport, New York. She completed her undergraduate training at Williams College, in Williamstown, Massachusetts where she graduated with a bachelor of science, cum laude, with honors in chemistry. Dr Mannava then received her medical degree summa cum laude at the State University of New York (SUNY) Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. Dr Mannava won numerous academic awards and scholarships during her time at SUNY Upstate, including twice winning the Robert Each Award (for earning the highest grade point average after her first and third years in medical school) and being awarded three times the Medical Alumni Merit Award (for being ranked in the top four of her entire medical school class throughout her medical school career). While in medical school, she was also recognized with several Dean's Letters of Commendation, the American Medical Women's Association Glasgow-Rubin Citation for Academic Achievement, the McGraw-Hill Lange Book Award, and the Merck Manual Award.
After graduating from medical school, Dr Kathleen Mannava completed an internal medicine internship at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She then completed her dermatology training at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. After completing her dermatology training, she worked as a private practice dermatologist in Winston-Salem, North Carolina for several years before pursuing sub-specialty training in dermatopathology. She completed a fellowship in dermatopathology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Dr Mannava then moved to Vail, Colorado and joined another private practice, Vail-Aspen-Breckenridge Dermatology, where she practiced both clinical dermatology and dermatopathology.
As a native of Monroe County, Kathleen Mannava, MD is excited to move back to the region and join the faculty at UR Medicine in Rochester, New York. Dr Mannava looks forward to educating others in the field of dermatology and dermatopathology, as she has a passion for teaching medical students and residents. She has also published several research papers and continues to present at regional, national, and international dermatology conferences.
Certified Specialties
Dermatology - American Board of Dermatology
Dermatopathology - American Board of Dermatology
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor - Department of Dermatology (SMD)
Associate Professor - Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (SMD) - Joint
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Dermatopathology, Wake Forest University School of Medicine. 2015 - 2016
Residency, Dermatology, The Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University. 2010 - 2013
Internship, Internal Medicine, Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center-Radiology. 2009 - 2010
Education
MD | SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine. 2009
Awards
Case of the Year Award. 2013
Dermatology Foundation Clinical Symposia Resident Program Participant Travel Award. 2013
Robert Eich Award--award for highest cumulative grade point average after third and fourth year of medical school. 2009
American Medical Women's Association Glasgow-Rubin Citation for Academic Achievement. 2009
Merck Manual Award. 2009
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Award. 2009
Medical Alumni Merit Award-Awarded annually to the top four students in each medical school class. 2008
Dean's Letter of Commendation-Awarded annually to medical students who earn Honors in at least 24 credit hours over one academic. 2008
Robert Eich Award--award for highest cumulative grade point average after first and second year of medical school. 2007
Medical Alumni Merit Award-Awarded annually to the top four students in each medical school class. 2007
Dean's Letter of Commendation-Awarded annually to medical students who earn Honors in at least 24 credit hours over one academic. 2007
Medical Alumni Merit Award-Awarded annually to the top four students in each medical school class. 2006
Dean's Letter of Commendation-Awarded annually to medical students who earn Honors in at least 24 credit hours over one academic. 2006
McGraw-Hill Lange Book Award. 2006
Publications
Journal Articles
Bender AM, Stolarczyk A, Mannava KA
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.. 2023 August 89 (2):396-397. Epub 04/11/2023.
Singh P, Brickley S, Mannava K, Tausk F
JAAD case reports.. 2021 October 16 :72-73. Epub 08/25/2021.
Roche FC, Paul D, Plovanich M, Mannava KA
JAAD case reports.. 2020 December 6 (12):1231-1233. Epub 09/16/2020.
El Habr C, Mannava K, Koch S, Tull R, Goiburu-Chenu B, Strowd L, Sangueza O
The American Journal of dermatopathology.. 2017 January 39 (1):59-61. Epub 1900 01 01.
Yang CS, Pomerantz H, Mannava KA, Corwin J, Weinstock MA, Fleckman P, DiGiovanna JJ, Robinson-Bostom L
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.. 2016 May 74 (5):1008-10.e2. Epub 1900 01 01.
Schwager ZA, Mannava KA, Mannava S, Telang GH, Robinson-Bostom L, Jellinek NJ
Cutis.. 2015 February 95 (2):E15-9. Epub 1900 01 01.
Mannava S, Mannava KA, Nazir OF, Plate JF, Smith BP, Koman LA, Tuohy CJ
The Journal of hand surgery.. 2013 February 38 (2):398-400. Epub 12/23/2012.
Mannava KA, Mannava S, Koman LA, Robinson-Bostom L, Jellinek N
Hand surgery : an international journal devoted to hand and upper limb surgery and related research : journal of the Asia-Pacific Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand.. 2013 18 (1):133-9. Epub 1900 01 01.
Mannava KA, Bercovitch L, Grant-Kels JM
Clinics in dermatology.. 2013 31 (6):764-8. Epub 1900 01 01.
Carroll KA, Pierce J, Kovarik CL
Pediatric dermatology.. 2010 27 (2):166-9. Epub 1900 01 01.
Aslam SP, Carroll KA, Naz B, Alao AO
Psychosomatics.. 2009 50 (3):293-6. Epub 1900 01 01.
Smith TE, Kuo WH, Balskus EP, Bock VD, Roizen JL, Theberge AB, Carroll KA, Kurihara T, Wessler JD
The Journal of organic chemistry.. 2008 January 473 (1):142-50. Epub 12/06/2007.
Smith TE, Djang M, Velander AJ, Downey CW, Carroll KA, Van Alphen S
Organic letters.. 2004 July 86 (14):2317-20. Epub 1900 01 01.
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Dr. Mannava is very professional, sincere and a great listener. She displays a great level of empathy and concern for her patients.
Aug 20, 2024
Dr. Mannava listened to my concerns and came up with a diagnosis after biopsy of spot on the top of my feet. She then developed a plan of treatment for me.
Jul 27, 2024
Good
Jul 22, 2024
Very good experience.
Jul 11, 2024
Seemed very hurried.
Jun 25, 2024
Excellent
Apr 21, 2024
Dr. Mannava was patient, thorough and explained everything very well. In addition, she had my history and provided answers to all my questions. She spent as much time with me as was needed.
Apr 21, 2024
Good experience with caring professionals
Apr 17, 2024
Dr. Mannava is very thorough, an active listener and very pleasant, as was Dr. D'Angelo and the medical student that were at the appointment as well.
Apr 06, 2024
Dr. Mannava is professional and knowledgeable. I am very happy with her care.
Feb 28, 2024
THIS PROVIDER IS VARY GOOD, EASY TO UNDERSTAND, AND DOES VERY GOOD CHECK UP EACH VISIT I HAVE
Nov 15, 2023
Excellent Care Provider
Oct 15, 2023
Always excellent
Oct 06, 2023
Dr. Mannava is W O N D E R F U L!!! Which makes going through an obstacle course to get an appointment with her worth it!
Oct 04, 2023
I have already recommended my provider to family and friends and all are extremely pleased with her care!
Sep 13, 2023
My provider and her entire staff are excellent at what they do. They are always polite and concerning and provide information in an easy to understand format.
Sep 13, 2023
Dr. Mannava has done all treatments possible to kill scabies and the staphylococcus. I'm cured and rehabilitating. I am grateful for the doctor's care and professionalism as well as others in [...] do the help me.
Jul 14, 2023
Drs. Mannava and Lerner are part of the reason why Wilmot Cancer Center is world renowned. I'm grateful for medical attention like this. No complaints. Just praise!
Jun 14, 2023
Best Dermatologist I have ever seen.
Jun 09, 2023
Love my provider even if I have to wait
May 18, 2023
Dr. Mannava is fabulous both as a human being and as a doctor!! I'm very grateful to have her as my doc.
Mar 15, 2023
She just was not as thorough s as she had been in prior exams. I felt rushed. I feel that I was not examined properly.
Feb 25, 2023
Very professional and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend to others whenever I can.
Feb 23, 2023
Excellent, professional, very caring!
Jan 25, 2023
First time with this Dr. She was very patient and heloful
Jan 23, 2023
This Doctor is very sharp and professional. She knew where my issues were without me having to point them out. Her prescribed treatment is working well.
Jan 17, 2023
The best!
Nov 19, 2022
Team is excellent
Nov 11, 2022
Everyone at this office was kind caring and professional
Oct 06, 2022
Ms. Mannava has always been an exceptional dr. I never want anyone else for my cancer.
Oct 03, 2022
Dr. Mannava is very friendly and caring. I've recommended her to friends who are looking for a dermatologist.
Sep 12, 2022
Dr Mannava listened to all my concerns. She was patient and answered all my questions thoroughly. I was a new part and reviewed my skin issues. I was very pleased with my visit. Dr Mannava nurse was also professional and friendly
Aug 24, 2022
She is wonderful. [...].
Aug 23, 2022
She was wonderful!
Jul 07, 2022
This was my first appointment with Dr. Mannava. She was professional and was easy to converse with and work with. I look forward to seeing her at my next annual visit.
Jun 24, 2022
Dr. Mannava is a wonderful doctor, never had bad experience. All good!
May 27, 2022
The Doctor was compassionate and caring. Excellent care.
May 25, 2022
Superb communication skills! Friendly, caring; didn't speed through exam.
May 16, 2022
Good
May 04, 2022
This was my first appointment with Dr. Mannava and found her to be very caring.
Apr 17, 2022
Everything was fantastic. I moved to SC but came all the way back to NY just to see the doctor because of all the trust I have in her. She does an outstanding job and worth the drive.
Apr 01, 2022
Good experience
Mar 25, 2022
This Dr. Mannava is fantastic.
Mar 22, 2022
Answers all my questions in a friendly demeanour. Very caring
Feb 18, 2022
Everything was Excellent.
Feb 09, 2022
Dr. Mannava is great! Very professional and courteous. I will use her for my annual checkup. Very inclusive with discussion about treatment options.
Feb 07, 2022