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Ellen Lynn Koch

Ellen Lynn Koch, MD

Pediatric Dermatology

Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
Video Visit
4.7 of 5 stars167 ratings, 28 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant
  • Child
  • Adolescent

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About Ellen Lynn Koch

Ellen Koch, MD, is board-certified in dermatology and pediatric dermatology by the American Board of Dermatology. She practices at UPMC Shadyside Dermatology. Dr. Koch received her medical degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

E-Visits with UPMC Dermatology
eDermatology is a type of E-Visit that connects you with UPMC’s leading dermatology team no matter where you are in Pennsylvania. To start an E-Visit, you will need to log in to your MyUPMC* account, complete a questionnaire telling us about your symptoms, upload photos, and one of UPMC's Dermatology providers will get back to you with professional medical advice, a diagnosis, and treatment plan within three business days. Each submission should focus on a single skin concern opposed to a request for a full-body skin cancer screening.

Please note: E-Visits with UPMC Dermatology are not a video visit or an in-person office visit. Visit the eDermatology website to learn more.

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Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. UPMC Dermatology
    • 580 South Aiken Avenue, Suite 200, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
    • UPMC Shadyside Dermatology
      • 580 South Aiken Avenue, Suites 200 & 201, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

      Expertise

      Education

      Johns Hopkins University

      Fellowship

      University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

      Residency

      Ohio State University College of Medicine

      Medical Education

      Board Certifications

      Dermatology

      American Board of Dermatology

      Pediatric Dermatology

      American Board of Dermatology

      Insurance

      Please call the physician's office to verify insurance coverage.
      Search plans
      • UPMC for Life
      • UPMC for You
      • UPMC Health Plan
      • Aetna
      • Amerihealth Caritas
      • Caresource
      • Cigna
      • Fidelis Medicare
      • Gateway
      • Highmark
      • Humana
      • Independent Health
      • Medical Mutual of OH
      • Medicare
      • Non-PA Medical Assistance
      • PA Health And Wellness
      • PA Medical Assitance
      • Palmetto
      • The Health Plan
      • Tricare
      • Unison
      • United Healthcare
      • Veterans Choice

      Ratings & Reviews

      4.7 out of 5

      167 ratings, 28 reviews

      The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

      Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
      Average provider Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
      Average provider Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Care provider's efforts to include you in the decisions about your care
      Average provider Care provider's efforts to include you in the decisions about your care rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment
      Average provider Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
      Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
      Average provider Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
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        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/29/2025

        We were given a lot of information very quickly. A few extra seconds to process the information would have been nice.

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

        Dr. Koch and med student Annakat were very informative and took their time to listen and explain.

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

        Dr Koch is wonderful as is the staff we were interacting with

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

        Very nice provider

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/20/2025

        My care provider was very nice.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/14/2025

        Dr. Koch immediately diagnosed my child's skin condition and discussed treatment options with her. She took my child's preferences into consideration when prescribing medication. She also advised us on what hygiene products to eliminate and suggested affordable alternatives for us to try. Her care was comprehensive.

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

        I would recommend Dr. Koch to anyone who needs a dermatologist. She is genuinely a great provider.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/14/2025

        Thank you for always taking care of my family

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/24/2024

        I have referred this office and doctor to others already!!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/11/2024

        Dr Koch and her clinicians/ staff are already receptive to questions and explain things thoroughly- could not recommend them more they are the best!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/30/2024

        Dr. Koch is great. We absolutely love her.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/17/2024

        Always open to hear what we have to say

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/5/2024

        Good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/29/2024

        Good experience

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/1/2024

        I highly recommend!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/25/2024

        Dr. Koch is awesome and always helps us with our skin care needs.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/14/2024

        Dr. Koch is amazing with my 11 year old

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/1/2024

        I felt Dr. Koch was personable and very knowledgeable about our concerns. I am please with our virtual visit.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/4/2024

        Very efficient meeting, kind and informative care, direct and easily understandable diagnosis and prescription.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/15/2024

        Good experience

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/12/2024

        Both providers we saw were excellent and very knowledgeable. They listened and showed concern for what was going on with my daughter. Very impressed with both.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/13/2023

        Good!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/9/2023

        Dr Koch always listens and provides constructive solutions to concerns.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/5/2023

        Was just a quick follow up. Discussion wasn't that in depth but didn't feel like it needed to be. Left with no question unanswered.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/2/2023

        She's very helpful and understanding. Thanks

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/19/2023

        Great care overall!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/18/2023

        Very thorough and sent a message with detailed instructions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/15/2023

        They were so beautiful that my children asked many questions and they were all answered.