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
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
The treatment for severe atopic dermatitis will depend on the individual case, but it may include a combination of the following:Topical corticosteroids: Topical corticosteroids can be used to reduce ...
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.