Abby James, NP
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Dermatology
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Medical Expertise of Abby James, NP
Abby is certified in administering Botox and dermal fillers and treats a wide array of medical dermatology needs including acne, psoriasis, eczema, general skincare regimens, and hyperhidrosis. She also performs annual skin cancer screenings and performs biopsies and small skin cancer surgeries.
About Abby James, NP
Abby James, NP is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner providing care to patients in Nashville.
Abby has worked in Dermatology for ten years prior to joining Cumberland Skin in May of 2016.
Abby James is an active member of the Tennessee Nurses Association, the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, and the Dermatology Nurses Association.
Abby has worked in Dermatology for ten years prior to joining Cumberland Skin in May of 2016.
Abby James is an active member of the Tennessee Nurses Association, the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, and the Dermatology Nurses Association.
Patient Education Resources
Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Education & Training
Abby is originally from Virginia but came to Nashville in 2000 to attend Vanderbilt University. She completed her bachelor’s degree in Human and Organizational Development with a focus in Health Services. She stayed on at Vanderbilt to complete her Masters in Nursing in 2005, where she graduated summa cum laude in her class.