Dr. Dorothy Fernandez

Dr. Dorothy Fernandez is a board-certified dermatologist in Smyrna, GA. She dedicated to providing exceptional care and prioritizing her patients’ well-being. She offers expertise across a broad spectrum of medical and surgical dermatology, treating both adults and children. Her clinical interests include the prevention, early detection, and treatment of skin cancer, as well as the management of various skin conditions such as acne, eczema, hidradenitis suppurativa, psoriasis, warts and cysts.

Dr. Fernandez completed her dermatology residency at a busy public hospital in Chicago, widely recognized for its diverse patient population and complex dermatologic cases. This experience equipped her with extensive expertise in treating all skin types and ethnicities.

Committed to staying at the forefront of dermatologic innovation, Dr. Fernandez integrates the latest evidence-based therapies and treatment regimens into her practice. She has authored publications in leading dermatology journals and presented her research at both local and national conferences.

An Atlanta native, Dr. Fernandez returned home after practicing dermatology in private practices in New York City and St. Louis, bringing her breadth of experience and compassionate approach to patients in her hometown.

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