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Farah Succaria

Farah Succaria, MD

Dermatology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Child 3-12
  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Farah Succaria

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Dermatology

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Background

Dr. Farah Succaria is an assistant professor of dermatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She earned her medical degree from the American University of Beirut, where she also completed her dermatology residency. She next pursued Dermatopathology fellowship at Boston University. After fellowship completion, Dr. Succaria returned to Lebanon and founded a mobile dermatology clinic as part of a non-government organization empowering women to help refugees and displaced children. She then came back to Johns Hopkins and completed a postdoctoral dermatology research fellowship. She is also member of the Taube lab team and is actively involved in research with a main focus on immune checkpoint inhibitors, and the role of the tumor microenvironment in various cancers including melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma.

Research Interests

immune checkpoint inhibitors, role of tumor microenvironment in various cancers including melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma

Locations

  1. Howard County Medical Pavilion
  2. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
    • 10755 Falls Road, Pavilion I STE 350, Lutherville, MD 21093
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Boston Medical Center, Dermatopathology, 2016
  • Residency: American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine, Dermatology, 2013
  • Medical Education: American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine, MD, 2009

Insurance

Please contact the location directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
Search plans
  • 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

397 ratings, 143 reviews

The 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.

Overall Rating by Patient
Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/23/2026

    This was my first time seeing this provider and she and her resident assistant were absolutely exceptional. Listened carefully to my concerns and had a wealth of information to share with me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    This was my first visit with her. I found her to be an excellent communicator and a pleasant person

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Great greeting, remembers your face and record.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Very thorough, knowledgeable, efficient and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    She was very respectful, a good listener, took my worries seriously, and taught me to understand my diagnosis and treatment plan for the next couple of months.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Positive and cheerful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Dr Succaria iis knowledgeable, pleasant and caring. I see her every 6 months and she always has information/history from previous appointments. She is consistently caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Always positive focused and interested in her pts.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Dr Succaria is compassionate, knowledgeable and kind. I appreciate that, especially as a woman with several alopecia diagnoses.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/3/2026

    Dr. Succaria is fantastic - very reassuring about my skin and very confident in my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/3/2026

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/2/2026

    She is excellent. I was so surprised that I didn't have to rush myself. She repeatedly said that I could slow down and take my time. She also addressed all of

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Dr. Succaria is an excellent provider who takes the time to understand health concerns. She takes the time to explain diagnoses and offer suggestions on how to maintain health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Great provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    Friendly, knowledgeable and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    She was kind, compassionate and very knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    The doctor is very personable. She made me feel very welcome and confident in their care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    Excellent, as always.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    Great bedside manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    I have had multiple visits with her. Always a very good visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Very thorough. Friendly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    She is always so upbeat and friendly. I know she doesn't know me, but she treats me like she does. :)

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    My provider provides excellent care during my visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    I drive at least an hour and 15 minutes to see this provider. I completely trust her and feel respected by her. It is well worth it to me to drive a little further to see her rather than a provider at Greensprings (40 minutes from my home).

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    I feel very fortunate, blessed to be receiving this health care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    She explained things in a way that I understood.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Dr Succaria I always professional and personable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Dr. Succaria Completed a full body check for any moles or needed dermatology concerns she was amazing! I appreciate her and I'm grateful to have such a fabulous dermatologist!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Both resident and provider sufficiently professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2026

    On time. Friendly and explained everything as she was doing/ examining.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    She Is warm, kind, friendly, patient and listens about my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Dr. Succaria is a warm, caring practitioner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    She is skilled and personable. Shares knowledge and shows compassion. Highly recommend Dr Succaria.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Dr Succaria is very empathetic and has an awesome bedside manner. I highly recommend her. A gem in the JHH system!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Good communicator; smart and friendly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Everything is always done thoroughly and with the greatest of care. I very much appreciate the time that is given to explain my status and review questions and concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Dr Succaria is excellent. She's friendly, thorough and always makes me feel valued.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    She is my favorite doctor ever. The best around!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Dr. Succaria is the best doctor ever

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    The provider was very reassuring concerning my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/5/2026

    Very through and explained my issue very well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr Succaria helped get me relief for my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Excellent physician who answered questions and provided treatment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    She was excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Knowledgeable and empathic. Good communication.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Dr Farah is great. Thorough and attentive!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Both Dr Succaria and her intern were wonderful. Providing a wealth of dermatology information, the Doctors answered all of our questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    GSS DERM WITH FARAH SUCCARIA IS AN EXCELLENT SERVICE. I REFER TO THEM AS MY 'DERM DREAM TEAM."" I HAVE BEEN WITH THIS CLINIC SINCE 2003 AND WITH DR SUCCARIA SINCE 2021, FOLLOWING [staff]. SHE IS AN EXCELLENT LISTENER AND ALWAYS CAREFULLY EXPLAINS MY CURRENT SITUATION AND OPTIONS.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    She's wonderful very helpful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    The provider was very compassionate and was a great listener.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    She was very professional and kind

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Very thorough and positive

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Great doctor and resident!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Perfect, caring, just great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Always very professional and friendly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    The best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Knowledgeable, thorough, gentle, kind, listened to and addressed my concerns. Discussed a treatment plan, citing any impacts, and a healing timeline.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr. Succaria is an excellent dermatologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    This was my first visit at JH Dermatology and with Dr Succaria. She sensed that I was very anxious and from the beginning of the visit gave me a sense of calm by listening as I explained how fearful I am of doctors in general. Dr Succaria was very understanding which was very important to me in my frame of mind over the visit. She explained possibilities and probabilities which made me decide to return for future treatment with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    Dr Succaria is an excellent Dermatologist and is patient and kind. She also answered all my questions and concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Excellent, friendly and thorough. She puts me at ease and decreases my anxiety about my skin condition. She is also personable which makes the visit enjoyable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Excellent, thorough, efficient, component, friendly. Outstanding provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Dr Succaria sets the standard by which others should be judged. She is exceedingly professional and exceptionally thorough. I wouldn't trust my dermatalogic care to anyone else.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    Dr Succaria is the best!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    I felt the visit was a bit hurried and I was not given the name of my skin condition properly, although the choice of treatment methods was explained very clearly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Takes Forever to schedule an appointment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Both the resident doctor and my provider were excellent! They were professional, caring and very responsive to my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Excellent, thank you all!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    First visit with her. LOVED her!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Professional excellence with patient focus!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr. Succaria is Super! She is smart, academically superior In her field and she has a smile that Is contagious,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Dr. Succaria is the best.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    The provider was kind and sociable which put me at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Execellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Excellent experience with my provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Both Dr Succaria, [staff] and the nurse [staff] were all very professional yet very friendly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Dr. Succaria is a wonderful provider, very caring, takes the time to listen, and cares about good outcomes for her patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Dr. Succaria was absolutely amazing very attentive to everything we had to say or ask about, very reassuring friendly and professional at the same time. I highly recommend her as a top medical provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    I am very fortunate to have the excellent care and assistance I ALWAYS receive from ALL of you, each and every time I visit this Dermatology unit of JHH in Charter Ave.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Excellent doctor!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    The whole visit felt a little rushed, bit it was generally ok. Some would just call it very efficient, I suppose.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Visiting the Doctor was very helpful in my recovery from surgery that removed several skin cancers performed in November 2024. Dr. S carefully revied how my wounds had healed and then examined me to determine if I had any additional potential cancers. She was excellent in her examination of me and in describing her findings as she went along. She was pleasant, helpful and put me at ease through her examination. I couldn't have asked for better. I look forward to my next visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Efficient

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Very kind and caring.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/9/2025

    Seemed rushed. She was running behind by about 30 min. However, she did apologize for that.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    It always seems a bit rushed to see this specialist. She pops in/out and does a quick body scan. Although the visit starts on time I wish that more time we're allotted per patient

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    She was very caring and conscientious.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    Very good

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    The visit was very quick, did not seem particularly thorough. The doctor was very nice and personable. I was provided a bill to pay for the entire visit out of pocket due to the issue with United Healthcare. I was not informed that the negotiations could impact the visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Dr. Succaria always listens to my concerns and answers all of my questions. Her exam is very detailed especially with my previous history. She is always warm and friendly and puts me at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    I like her very much!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    She seemed to be in a hurry, but remembered my visit a few years ago, personable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Good session, listened to me and a gave clear answers.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    Very good and thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    Dr. Succaria was very respectful of me, I was very comfortable talking with her and she listened to me and made me feel comfortable about any of my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Courteous, informative, educated me, asked if I agreed with plan

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Dr Succaria is extremely professional and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Dr. Succaria is the best doctor hands down.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Very knowledgeable and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    This was the first time seeing this doctor, she was a good provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Excellent service provided!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Very good experience. Friendly and knowledgeable. Top Doc.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Very nice assistant

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Excellent and kind doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    She is awesome in every possible area. I am very happy and satisfied to have her for my dermatologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    Very thorough. Knew my history and explained what she was doing.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    It was not the provider that I was referred to because the weight list was so long. It still took nearly a year to get the appointment. That's my one complaint.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    I love Dr Succaria!She is so kind , attentive and caring!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    Dr. Succaria is a highly skilled and compassionate practitioner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Farah was kind and attentive. She gave me great feedback about my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    I am comfortable with this doctor and feel I can ask any questions about my skin and how to care for it properly. She often allows questions about how the skin looks as well as the typical medical conditions because she realizes that with Psoriasis, it is a systemic issues and does certainly affect the way my skin looks and how to properly care for it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Dr. Succaria is ALWAYS kind, efficient and professional. She addresses my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Dr. Succaria is kind, thorough and compassionate. I have recommended her to multiple people.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Very pleased with my visit. The exam was complete and all my questions were answered completely.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    I felt comfortable and had faith in her abilities within minutes. It was my first time visiting her after another dermatologist (different practice) had failed to show concern about or attempt to resolve my problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Very easy to talk to and understanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Dr. Succaria and her assistant [staff] were both knowledgeable, skilled and empathetic.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Friendly, professional, very competent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    Very professional and understanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Very kind and thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    Excellent level of care and conveying of clinical information.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    She's the best! Very knowledgeable and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    She was very dynamic and professional, I just wished she had spent a little more time doing a skin check

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    Excellent experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Explained everything clearly and was very respectful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2025

    Excellent service.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2025

    Friendly, patient, great bedside manner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Kind Gregarious

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Very empathetic and precise

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    Dr. Succaria was very friendly and greeted me warmly, but all the services were performed by her assistant, [staff] --- I may have gotten his name wrong, but he was very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    Friendly, and good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Personable, Listening,Super knowledgeable,Fantastic doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2025

    Dr. Succaria is the best!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    Farah Succaria is the best one. This is my third dermatologist and I will stick with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    Dr. Succaria was very thorough and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2025

    Dr. Succaria is not just a great doctor, but makes the patient feel important.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2025

    Caring and listened to my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/15/2025

    Very knowledgeable and professional.