Manasi Ladrigan, MD
Dr. Ladrigan received her medical degree from the University at Buffalo. She completed residencies in both Pediatrics and Dermatology at the University of Rochester Medical Center. Advanced fellowship training, completed by only a small number of Dermatologists across the country, was achieved at the University of California San Francisco. She has been Board Certified in Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pediatric Dermatology and Mohs Surgery.
In 2012, Dr. Ladrigan became the founder of Comprehensive Dermatology of Rochester, PLLC. As the parent of a child with multiple medical conditions and disabilities, she established this practice as one she would want to be a patient of or want to take her own children to. There would be minimal waiting for an appointment, patients would get the time they needed with the provider to have their concerns heard and interactions with the staff would be positive and helpful.
Dr. Ladrigan is well known in the Rochester medical community, lecturing regularly at the University of Rochester Grand Rounds in multiple departments, publishing in peer reviewed medical journals and contributing to resident and medical student education. She holds appointments in the Departments of Dermatology and Pediatrics at The University of Rochester Medical Center and works with residents and medical students at The University and our office. She has been interviewed by local news and TV stations for expertise. She is committed to providing each patient with individualized care, whether that is a medical, surgical, cosmetic or alternative therapy. Long-term health and wellness are her goals in any therapeutic plan.
She is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, the Society for Pediatric Dermatology, the American Society for Mohs Surgery and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
Outside the medical community, she has been an advocate for persons with disabilities and their families. In 2016, she created a lecture for Starbridge for families and support providers for kids with medical needs, The Inside Scoop on Speaking to Your Doctor. Comprehensive Dermatology of Rochester has been a proud corporate sponsor for Mary Cariola Center and Heritage Christian Services. Dr. Ladrigan also serves as a Board Member for Heritage Christian Services. Outside the office, you may see her biking and running along the trails, kayaking with her kids on the canal or even hanging upside down in an aerial trapeze class. She lives in Rochester with her husband and three boys.
Caley Dougherty, NP
Caley received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from St. John Fisher College, graduating summa cum laude and Valedictorian of her nursing class. During her undergraduate studies she served as a captain of the varsity women’s soccer team and was selected as a Female Scholar Athlete of the Year. Caley went on to coach as a graduate assistant for the women’s soccer program while obtaining a Masters of Science in Nursing. She graduated summa cum laude from St. John Fisher College as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She approaches challenging medical scenarios with the same rigor as on the soccer field.
Caley has worked with Dr. Ladrigan at Comprehensive Dermatology of Rochester since she her days as a nurse. Her thoughtful nature, unyielding empathy for patients and keen attention to detail was what immediately cemented her onto our team. Prior to working in Dermatology, Caley worked as a registered nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit at the University of Rochester Medical Center, where she developed an ability to work through complex solutions in complicated medical illnesses. This skill has been invaluable to our patients who need a systematic mind to get to the bottom of their perplexing conditions. She is committed to the delivery of patient-centered care and working alongside patients and their family members.
She is board-certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and is a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nursing, Dermatology Nurses Association, and American Nurses Association. Caley is Board Certified by the Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Certification Board, a certification earned by less than 30 Nurse Practitioners across New York State. Caley currently resides in the Rochester area with her husband and children. In her free time she enjoys playing competitive sports, trying new foods and spending time with her ever growing family.
Linh Colegrove, NP
Linh’s interest in pursuing a career in nursing started at a very young age. She began her nursing career after receiving a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from St. John Fisher College. While she found her role as a nurse rewarding, her passion for learning led her to return to graduate school to further advance her career and education. Linh graduated from St. John Fisher College’s Family Nurse Practitioner Program. She graduated summa cum laude from both programs. It was while in graduate school that she learned she had a passion for Dermatology because it is a unique specialty and discipline that combines both science and art. She enjoys all aspects of general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology and treating all patients throughout the lifespan.
Prior to Comprehensive Dermatology of Rochester, she worked as a nurse in the Operating Rooms at the University of Rochester and at Elmwood Pediatric Group. These years prepared her her well to provide personalized care, tailored to meet each patient’s specific needs. She is compassionate and encourages patients to ask questions regarding their dermatologic needs and treatment plans. Her warm smile and effervescent personality have made her a great fit with our team. She enjoys helping patients achieve a healthier lifestyle and quality of life.
She is board-certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and is an active member of several nursing organizations including Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nursing, American Nurse’s Association, and Dermatology Nurses Association. Linh currently resides in the Rochester area with her husband, kids and dog. While not in the office, she enjoys entertaining and spending time with family and friends, helping animals, gardening, and traveling.
Joanna Romano, NP
Joanna received a Bachelors in Science of Nursing from St. John Fisher College in 2012. Her dream was always to become a Nurse Practitioner where she would be able to step into the role as a provider and treat and care for her own patients. In 2018, she graduated summa cum lade with her Masters of Science in Nursing from St. John Fisher College.
She moved back home to Buffalo, NY upon graduation to begin her Nursing career on a Step Down medical intensive care unit at Buffalo General Hospital. She then had the opportunity to move back to Rochester where she began working at Strong Memorial Hospital on the Burn-Trauma Unit while obtaining her Family Nurse Practitioner degree. It was here where Joanna learned she had a strong connection with dermatologic conditions which enhanced her desire to pursue a career in this field.
Joanna’s compassionate demeanor made her a natural fit for our team. She is known for always taking extra time with those patient’s with complex medical concerns. Her time on the Burn-Trauma Unit has helped numerous patients with severe skin disease as well as those with straightforward conditions. She offers a unique perspective regardless of the concern and marries that with her desire to help those in need. Her excitement for treating patients with urgent concerns is contagious.
Joanna is board-certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and is a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nursing and American Nurse’s Association. She comes from a large, loving, Italian family and treats everyone as if they are apart of it. Joanna currently resides in the Rochester area with her husband, kids and dog. In her free time she enjoys exploring the outdoors, exercising, and spending as much time as possible with family and friends.