Doctors, MA
Dr. Dorothy Fernandez is a board-certified dermatologist whose priority is her patients’ well-being. She has expertise in a broad range of medical and surgical dermatology therapies, treating both adults and children. She is passionate about the prevention, early detection, and treatment of skin cancer as well as other disorders of the skin, such as warts, acne, atopic dermatitis (eczema), hidradenitis suppurativa, and psoriasis. Having completed her dermatology residency at a very busy public hospital in Chicago that is regarded as a top teaching hospital for its diverse pathology and patient base, Dr. Fernandez is an expert in all skin types and ethnicities.
Dr. Dorothy Fernandez is committed to excellent patient care and treats her patients with the latest innovative therapies and treatment regimens. With a keen interest in the field, Dr. Fernandez has authored and published work for the top dermatology journals and has presented her work at both local and national meetings.
An Atlantan native, Dr. Dorothy Fernandez returned to her hometown to join the Medical Dermatology Specialists in September 2024. Dr. Fernandez worked in private practice in New York City and St. Louis prior to returning to Atlanta.
Treats: Children, Adults
Languages: English, Spanish
Education
- BA, Johns Hopkins University
- MHS, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Johns Hopkins University School of Public Health
- MD, Medical College of Georgia
- Internship, Internal Medicine, Stony Brook University
- Residency, Dermatology, Cook County Health and Hospital Systems
Certifications
American Board of Dermatology
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Dermatology
- American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
- Women’s Dermatologic Society
- American Contact Dermatitis Society
- Atlanta Association for Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery
