Medical Expertise of Dr. Brett Krasner, MD
About Dr. Brett Krasner, MD
Dr. Krasner and his wife are proud to call Charlottesville home for their family, and for his practice.
"I am proud to be part of the community and have the opportunity to contribute to the well-being of those who call Charlottesville and Central Virginia home. I look forward to helping you with your skin health needs." - Dr. Krasner
Dr. Krasner received his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan, and completed his training in dermatology at the same institution.
A Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, Dr. Krasner is also affiliated with the American Medical Association and the Medical Society of Virginia.
Medical school:
- Wayne State University School of Medicine – Detroit, Michigan
Academic Award:
- The Class of 2000 Academic Achievement Award awarded to the individual with the highest academic performance in the medical class.
Internship:
- St. John’s Hospital, Detroit, Michigan
Residency in Dermatology:
- Wayne State University School of Medicine – Detroit, Michigan
Board Certified:
- American Board of Dermatology
Associations:
- Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology
- Member, American Medical Association
- Member, Medical Society of Virginia.
Personal information:
Dr. Krasner has been married since 1994, and is the father of four very energetic boys.
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