Skin is the mirror of your health. When it’s vibrant and well, you feel amazing. But if you’re anxious, embarrassed or frustrated with the condition of your skin, it’s uncomfortable! And it can hurt your confidence, too.
If you have a skin concern, we can help you:
Uncover the truth about the health of your skin.
Develop a clear plan of action to attain radiantly healthy skin, and vital inner health, too.
Know that you have a trusted partner in your health care journey who can compassionately guide you in making the best decisions for your total well-being.
Skin health doesn’t have to be scary or uncertain. Our patients say that working with us is a huge relief! We are experts in our field, and we listen compassionately, give you honest answers, and provide the best and most comprehensive treatment available on the planet, tailored to your specific needs.
Heal your skin. Rejuvenate your life.
Our Practice
Our goal is to provide exceptional dermatologic care and compassionate guidance to all of our patients. We are also dedicated educators and advocates for healthy skin for everyone.
We met almost 30 years ago when Dr. Orlinsky was a student of Dr. Simmons-O’Brien’s at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Forging a friendship initially over fashion, it quickly expanded into one of mutual respect and admiration. Soon thereafter, our husbands and subsequent children became fast friends.
A “Mom & Mom” Practice
Nearly three decades later, we continue to be close friends and colleagues, operating a “mom & mom” dermatology practice in Towson, Maryland. Our patients are like family to us, and many have been coming to us for decades, along with their parents, children, siblings and friends. Being like-minded, we treat everyone with the warmth and personal attention that we would want from our doctors, too.
A “Pay it Forward” Approach
We have been fortunate to receive the highest education from the most skilled mentors in the world in the fields of medicine and dermatology. We are both trained in internal medicine (rare among dermatologists), and are graduates of Ivy-league schools. And though we both have busy lives tending to patients, caring for our own children and families, and teaching, we also make it our mission to “pay it forward” by mentoring others, and volunteering our time to nonprofits and organizations that raise skin health awareness, and other community and global charitable organizations.
It’s our honor and duty to keep the lineage of excellent dermatology alive for future generations. And it’s our greatest joy to support you and your loved ones in finding radiant skin health now.
About Our Team
Eva Simmons-O’Brien, M.D., F.A.A.D.
Eva Simmons-O’Brien, M.D., F.A.A.D.
Dr. Eva Simmons-O’Brien is a board certified dermatologist and an Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She received her undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and her medical degree from Yale University in 1988 where she graduated Cum Laude and was inducted to the Alpha Omega Honor Society. She completed residency training in both medicine and dermatology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, where she also served as full time faculty for both departments from 1993-1998.
In 1999 Dr. Simmons-O’Brien changed her status to active part-time faculty and entered private dermatology practice. Dr. Simmons-O’Brien is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and the Women’s Dermatologic Society. She has also served as a consultant to the dermatologic and ophthalmic division of the Food and Drug Administration, as well as Vice Chair of the Dermatology Foundation.
Dr. Simmons-O’Brien and Dr. Orlinsky have been friends and partners for the past 22 years. They opened their Towson practice in 2002.
Dr. Simmons-O’Brien lives in Baltimore County with her husband, children and four dogs.
Diane Orlinsky, M.D., F.A.A.D.
Diane Orlinsky, M.D., F.A.A.D.
Dr. Diane Orlinsky is a board certified dermatologist and an Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
She received her undergraduate degree from Columbia College, Cum Laude, and her medical degree with honors from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She completed residency training in both internal medicine and dermatology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Dr. Orlinsky is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and is a member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. She has served as the Alpha Omega Alpha Councilor for the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Vice-Chair for the Maryland chapter of the Dermatology Foundation. Currently, she is the President of the Johns Hopkins Medical and Surgical Alumni Association, and a member of the Columbia College Women’s Board.
Dr. Orlinsky lives in Baltimore with her husband and four children.
Bella Wierzbowski, PA-C
Bella Wierzbowski, PA-C
Bella Wierzbowski is a board-certified Physician Assistant. She received her undergraduate degree from High Point University and her master’s degree from Frostburg State University, both with honors. Her interest in dermatology began when she was a patient herself. Her curiosity for dermatology further grew as she began assisting in the care of patients during her dermatology clinical rotation in PA school.
Bella is passionate about preventive care and educating patients on maintaining healthy skin throughout their lives – which will serve to improve overall health, sense of self-worth, and confidence. She firmly believes in building strong patient relationships, as well as the importance of creating individualized treatment plans. Bella enjoys all aspects of dermatologic care especially diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancers, as well as performing some cosmetic and minor surgical procedures.
Bella is an active member of the Maryland Association of Dermatology Physician Assistants, Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, Maryland Academy of Physician Assistants, and American Academy of Physician Assistants. In the near future, she will complete the SDPA Diplomate Fellowship Program.
Bella lives in Harford County with her husband and dog.
Michelle Ziolkowski, A.E.S.
Michelle Ziolkowski, A.E.S.
Michelle Ziolkowski, Aesthetician, has been in the beauty industry since 1992. She is a graduate of the Maryland Beauty Academy, Von Lee International School of Aesthetics and Pevonia International.
Advanced training with PCA, Alma Ultra V, SkinMedica, Vivace, and Creative Nail Design have kept Michelle up to date with current skin care technology and fashion trends.
Michelle’s work can be seen on the hands of local celebrities in print and on television. In the film For Richer or Poorer, Kirstie Alley’s nails display Michelle’s workmanship.
ABC’s Extreme Home Makeover producers, Season 8 | Episode 1 Boys Hope/Girls Hope Baltimore, called in Michelle to create stylish manicures for the young ladies.
Michelle’s motto is “I combine art and science to help you achieve your beauty goals.”
