
Elise Ng, MD
Reconstructive Plastic SurgeryMohs SurgeryDermatology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- Chinese - Cantonese
- English
In-Network Plans
View All Accepted Plans (12)Gender
FemaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Elise Ng
Physician’s Office Phone
410-955-1588
Professional Titles
- Director, Dermatologic Surgery
- Director, Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship
- Clinical Co-director, Johns Hopkins Melanoma Program, Kimmel Cancer Center
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Dermatology
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Dr. Elise Ng is the Director of Mohs Micrographic Surgery in the Department of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins. She oversees the Johns Hopkins team of Mohs surgeons across four clinical sites, including the Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center, Greenspring Station, the Medical Pavilion at Howard County, and Sibley Memorial Hospital. She also serves as the Director of the Johns Hopkins Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship training program and is the clinical co-director of the Melanoma Program at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center. Her areas of clinical expertise include Mohs micrographic surgery, complex facial reconstruction following skin cancer surgery, melanoma, cosmetic scar revision, and surgical management of benign and malignant skin lesions.
Dr. Ng graduated magna cum laude from Harvard College and was awarded the Harvard College Scholar Award for academic excellence. She received her medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and subsequently trained at New York University School of Medicine, one of the nation's top dermatology programs, where she was selected to be chief resident. Following residency, she completed a prestigious fellowship in Mohs micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology with a focus on advanced reconstruction under the tutelage of one of the leaders in the field at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. Her research has been published in premier peer-reviewed journals including Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. She is on the Editorial Board of Dermatologic Surgery and serves as a reviewer for the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Dr. Ng joined the faculty of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 2017 and has been recognized as a “Top Doctor” by Baltimore Magazine. She was named one of the top 10 in the Newsweek publication of "America's Leading Doctors" 2025.
Centers and Institutes
Research Summary
Investigating the use of modern technology, such as novel imaging devices and artificial intelligence, to advance our understanding of and clinical care of patients with skin cancer.
PubMed - Publications
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10755 Falls Road, Pavilion I STE 350, Lutherville, MD 21093
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-955-5933
- fax: 410-367-2763
- Howard County Medical Pavilion
- 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 420, Columbia, MD 21044
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-955-5933
- fax: 443-769-1274
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: The Mount Sinai Hospital, 2017
- Residency: NYU Langone Hospital, Dermatology, 2016
- Medical Education: Columbia University in the City of New York, MD, 2012
Board Certifications
- Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery: American Board of Dermatology, 2021
- Dermatology: American Board of Dermatology, 2016
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
142 ratings, 67 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2026
Dr. Elise Ng is a superb physician. On Dec. 18 she removed squamous cell carcinoma from the left cheek of my face in a manner that left my face quite symmetrical. She continues to monitor the scar every 3 months and offers very helpful detailed advice about care for the scar as well as about how to protect myself from UV light. She listens to all of my questions and answers them thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Excellent derm surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2026
She's very pleasant, knowledgeable, understanding, helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
Ver good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
I would have given 10 to Dr Ng , but for an almost hour delay in the appt. I believe this was a function of the surgery schedule.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
The surgeon, Dr. Elise Ng, was excellent. Performed the procedure perfectly, was very friendly, explained every step in much detail, and gave very clear instructions on care for the wound and post-surgery behavior. Her assistant, [staff], was excellent as well, performed procedures and gave me very easy-to-understand explanations and instructions. A week later, [staff] removed sultures and was also exceptionally nice and provided me with very clear further instructions. The front desk ladies were also very courteous and helpful. Overall, EXCELLENT++.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
I received great care from the all female surgical team
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
Very good job done
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
Excellent physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2026
Dr. Ng Is a very skilled Dermatology surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2026
Dr Ng us excellent and fit me in her busy schedule. A
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2026
I cannot say enough positive things about Dr. Ng and everyone I encountered in this office. If I could have given a higher score than 10 in an area, it would have most certainly be a 20. After decades in the US Family Health Plan, I can honestly say that I have never had better treatment than at this office and by Dr. Ng and those that support her work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Dr. Ng is the best physician I have ever encountered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Very proficient, very pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Very knowledgeable and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
All of the doctors who cared for me were friendly and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Kind, thorough, knowledgeable, gifted I consider myself lucky to have Dr Ng as my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Very helpful and caring. Made me feel comfortable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Dr. Ng is amazing! She has performed several Moh's procedures on my face, scalp, neck, and shoulder. Each scar healed beautifully and I credit her skillfulness and care. I will always request Dr. Ng- she has a gift!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Dr. Ng was helpful to identify the issue And schedule a visit that may require another biopsy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr. Ng is an excellent doctor. She is very kind and gentle. She explained things thoroughly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
I felt she explained things very well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr Ng was awesome! She made me feel comfortable with a challenging procedure. Made the experience almost pleasant if that's possible for skin cancer removal!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Dr NG is the best, so glad a professional of this caliber is at JHH
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Very personable, clear, thorough, knowledgeable focused
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Clearly knowledgeable and skilled physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Highly talented, personable, skilled. She did an amazing job sewing up a very sensitive, prominent spot on my face where there's little room to maneuver. She apparently got the basal cell carcinoma and clean edges on the first swipe, so that was a relief.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
Fine
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
Dr.Ng knew exactly what I needed.She provided it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Dr Ng very carefully considered how to close the wound with the least visable scarring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Excellent team for my surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Patient centered & clinically professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Dr Ng is a highly qualified dermatologist. I respect and trust her decisions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
She is excellent. She communicates completely and actually gets to know you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Blessed to have such a great surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Dr Ng was professional, provided an explanation of my surgery, where she would apply stitches. I feel that Dr Ng did a good job of removing cancerous cells (on 1 time pass with Mohs surgery).
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Very nice, personable, explained the procedure
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
Dr. Ng and her team are outstanding health care professionals! I'm was favorably impressed by every aspect of the patient care provided.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
She was wonderful, personable and so professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
She is brilliant. If I should ever need Mohs surgery again I will contact only Dr. Ng
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Dr. Ng is an exceptional physician. I feel like I'm receiving excellent, personalized treatment and wish all providers were as competent, humble, and caring as she is.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Dr Ng is a very personable, well spoken, caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Dr. Ng is friendly and impressive. The surgery on the basal cell lesion was done meticulously.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
She was very gentle. And cared about me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Dr Ng made me feel at ease and answered all my questions. She was kind and very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Simply the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
Dr. Ng responded by telephone almost Immediately to a note I had written her in My Chart. Her response was remarkably swift and helpful. I've never experienced such excellent responsiveness and the information she provided was most helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Great people!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
The best skin cancer surgeon in Maryland
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
Dr Ng is an outstanding surgeon and provided me with the upmost care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
I wish I could see Dr Ng every single time. She's knowledgeable, compassionate, and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Dr Ng is very concerned, caring, courteous and professional. I would highly recommend her to anyone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
She is an excellent surgeon and with the difficulty of closing, it has really healed great. Would def come to see Dr, NG
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Very good listener and can explain in ways I understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Dr Ng is so caring, personable, and highly skilled. She is amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Dr. Ng is very professional, supportive, knowledgeable and personable - a very good person as well as doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Extremely professional, and spent time to explain my condition with extreme care with information that was easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr. Ng was caring & professional. She had first done Mohs surgery on me 6 years ago. This time & before, she took the time to make sure that the surgery on my face would not impact my mouth (first time) or my eyebrow. Her stitches are carefully done so the scars on my face are as small as possible. I'm grateful I had her both times.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr. Ng was very professional. Knowledgeable and also very empathetic about my situation with having a cancerous tumor on my eyelid. She also contacted me after my visit via phone to let me know she is consulting with the ocular plastics surgeon to determine the best course of action.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
Gave a very thorough explanation of what my procedure would entail.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Excellent doctor , professional and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Dr Ng is the best surgeon and she really cared about providing the best outcome. I have several additional upcoming procedures and I will be utilizing Dr Ng's surgical talents.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2025
Everything was excellent. Very professional.