Carol Marrs, NP


Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Dermatology

Skin Cancer and Cosmetic Dermatology Center
2253 Chambliss Ave
Suite 300
Cleveland, Tennessee 37311
For an appointment, call 423-472-3332
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About Carol Marrs, NP

Carol Marrs is a Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner through the Dermatology Nurses Association. She also holds a certification in family practice through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. In 2009, Carol completed a four-year bachelor’s program in nursing at the University of Tennessee, where she graduated summa cum laude. She then attended graduate school for her master’s degree in nursing at Southern Adventist University, where she received the Dean’s Award for displaying a leadership role among her peers and excellence in her academic studies.

Carol has served on the Skin Cancer & Cosmetic Dermatology Center team since 2013. She received extensive training alongside Dr. Chung on a daily basis for several months. She is committed to lifelong learning, reads widely within the field of dermatology, and attends a continuing education conference each year. In 2015, she completed a training course in the use of dermoscopy (a specialized handheld magnification device that allows one to see skin lesions up close and improves diagnostic accuracy) offered through the World Congress of Dermatology.

Carol treats patients of all ages and enjoys teaching them about various skin conditions in ways that are easily understandable. She especially prides herself on building meaningful relationships with her patients. 

 

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