Dr. Armand Cognetta, MD


Physician
Dermatology

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Dermatology Associates of Tallahassee
1707 Riggins Rd
Tallahassee, Florida 32308
For an appointment, call (850) 877-4134
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About Dr. Armand Cognetta, MD

Armand B. Cognetta Jr., MD is a board-certified Tallahassee dermatologist providing care to patients in the Tallahassee area at Dermatology Associates of Tallahassee.

Dr. Cognetta and his staff currently specialize in the early detection and treatment of skin cancer.

He received his medical degree from the University of Connecticut Medical School in 1979, served his residency at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, and served his dermatology residency at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. Dr. Cognetta also served his MOHs Fellowship at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. Dr. Cognetta is an associate professor of dermatology at the Florida State University School of Medicine. Dr. Cognetta is also a Clinical professor and Chief of the Division of Dermatology for the FSU College of Medicine.

Dr. Cognetta is widely published and lectures on early detection of melanoma and skin cancer management. He also currently trains one Fellow a year for the American College of MOHs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology.


Professional Affiliations:
  • American College of MOHs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology (ACMMSCO), Fellowship director
  • Dermatology Associates of Tallahasse (DAT), Fouding diplomate 

Patient Education Resources

Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
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What is the treatment for nail fungus?
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What is the treatment for rosacea affecting my eyes?
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Education & Training

  • Residency: University of Alabama Medical Center
  • Residency: Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
  • Other Training: Columbia College
  • Other Training: Canterbury School
  • Medical School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Professional Affiliations