Dr. Aerlyn Dawn, MD
General Dermatology,
Mohs Surgery
Medical Expertise of Dr. Aerlyn Dawn, MD
Dr. Aerlyn Dawn is a board-certified Maryland dermatology and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon providing care to patients of all ages with particular clinical expertise in the treatment of skin cancer.
Dr. Dawn is a member of the prestigious American College of Mohs Surgery.
About Dr. Aerlyn Dawn, MD
Dr. Dawn has served on the Board of Directors of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Academy of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery, and as a dermatology representative to the American Medical Association.
An author of over thirty medical journal articles and book chapters, Dr. Dwan has given numerous presentations at national dermatology and dermatologic surgery meetings and has taught medical students and residents at the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Maryland, Wake Forest University, and Cooper University Hospital.
Patient Education Resources
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
The best way to find out if you have skin cancer is to have a skin examination performed by a healthcare professional such as a dermatologist. They will visually inspect your skin for any suspicious m...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
Treatment for psoriasis on the scalp typically involves a combination of topical and systemic therapies.Topical treatments include:Shampoos containing salicylic acid, coal tar, or sulfur, which can he...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
Dr. Dawn graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University and received his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine. He completed his dermatology training at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a fellowship in Mohs surgery and dermatologic surgery in Philadelphia.
Professional Affiliations
David F. Jaffe, M.D., P.A.
We treat patients of all ages – from infants to older adults. Whether it’s a common or rare skin condition, or problems with your nails, hair, or scalp, our dermatologists work with every patient to provide treatment options for every patient’s unique circumstances.