About
Dr. Sarah Asch holds triple board certification in Pediatrics, Dermatology, and Pediatric Dermatology, a combination that few physicians achieve. Her training path reflects deep commitment to the field. She earned a BA in Chemistry from Grinnell College in 1999, then completed a Master's degree in Immunology through the University of Minnesota's MICaB Program before entering medicine. She also worked at 3M during that period. Medical school followed at Temple University in Philadelphia, where she earned her MD in 2009. She then completed a three-year Pediatrics residency at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, a three-year Dermatology residency at the University of California San Francisco, and a Pediatric Dermatology fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
After fellowship, Dr. Asch became the first full-time pediatric dermatologist at HealthPartners and Park Nicollet Medical Groups. She spent six years there, helped recruit two additional pediatric dermatologists, and co-founded a new dermatology residency program. She founded Hometown Pediatric Dermatology in 2022. She serves as Adjunct Faculty at the University of Minnesota Dermatology Department, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics and Human Development at Michigan State University, and Principal Investigator for the Pediatric Dermatology ECHO at the UMMC Telehealth Center of Excellence. She chairs the Teledermatology Committee for the Society for Pediatric Dermatology and serves on the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board for FIRST, the Foundation for Ichthyosis and Related Skin Types. Since 2016, she has volunteered through FIRST's Tele-ichthyosis program, providing specialty care to patients around the world. org. A self-described giant nerd and Minnesota native, Dr. Asch lives with her husband, two kids, and pets, and she answers her own phone.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Grinnell College, BA in Chemistry, Class of 1999
Medical School
Temple University, Philadelphia, MD
Residency
Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (2009-2012); Dermatology, University of California San Francisco (UCSF) (2012-2015)
Fellowship
Pediatric Dermatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN (2015-2016)
Additional Training
Masters degree in Immunology, University of Minnesota MICaB Program (1999-2002); worked at 3M prior to medical school
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Asch right for?
Dr. Asch is an excellent fit for children, adolescents, and young adults dealing with skin conditions ranging from everyday eczema and acne to complex or rare diagnoses. Families navigating congenital skin diseases like ichthyosis, neurofibromatosis, or giant congenital melanocytic nevi will find her depth of experience particularly valuable. She also works well with children who have developmental delays or intellectual disabilities, tailoring her approach to their specific needs. Patients who have struggled to access a pediatric dermatologist locally, or who prefer skipping a waiting room altogether, will find her virtual model especially practical. Established patients can stay in her care through age 26.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Asch treats a wide range of pediatric skin conditions. These include eczema, acne, psoriasis, vitiligo, psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, alopecia areata, warts, molluscum contagiosum, infantile hemangiomas, and bacterial skin infections including MRSA. She also manages rare and congenital conditions such as ichthyosis, port-wine birthmarks, giant congenital melanocytic nevi, and neurofibromatosis.
Yes. Dr. Asch holds board certification in Pediatrics, Dermatology, and Pediatric Dermatology. She completed her Pediatric Dermatology fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, after residencies at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and the University of California San Francisco.
Yes. Dr. Asch has deep experience with congenital and complex skin diseases. She sees patients with ichthyosis, neurofibromatosis, giant congenital melanocytic nevi, port-wine birthmarks, and related genetic skin conditions. She also cares for children with developmental delays or intellectual disabilities, tailoring her approach to their unique challenges.
Dr. Asch conducts most appointments virtually, treating each visit like a modern house call. Patients submit clear, well-lit photos of the skin concern along with a description of the problem before their video appointment. Starting March 2026, she is also adding in-person appointments to her schedule.
Dr. Asch served as the first full-time pediatric dermatologist at HealthPartners and Park Nicollet Medical Groups from 2016 to 2022. During that time, she helped hire two additional pediatric dermatologists and co-founded a dermatology residency program. She launched Hometown Pediatric Dermatology in 2022 to build a more accessible and transparent model of specialty care.
Yes. Dr. Asch serves as Adjunct Faculty at the University of Minnesota Dermatology Department and as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics and Human Development at Michigan State University. She also serves as Principal Investigator for the Pediatric Dermatology ECHO at the UMMC Telehealth Center of Excellence and speaks at national conferences and Pediatric Grand Rounds.
Dr. Asch has practiced teledermatology since 2016. She volunteers through FIRST's Tele-ichthyosis program, providing specialty care to patients with complex skin diseases around the world. She also chairs the Teledermatology Committee for the Society for Pediatric Dermatology.
Yes. Dr. Asch manages acne including isotretinoin treatment. The practice offers a flat-fee isotretinoin course for $900, which covers all appointments for a single course up to two years. The $200 new patient fee applies toward the course if treatment begins.
Yes. Dr. Asch provides skin care for transgender youth as part of her clinical services.
Dr. Asch handles prior authorizations at a published flat rate based on the work required. Simple electronic submissions cost $25, faxing or specialized forms cost $50, and time-consuming appeals cost $100. Letters of medical necessity run $200, and peer-to-peer reviews start at $250. The practice can also generate an insurance bill for $25.
Doctor profile last updated August 17, 2026