Dr. Charity McConnell, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Franklin Dermatology Group
740 Cool Springs Boulevard, Suite 200
Franklin, Tennessee 37067
Website
Franklin, Tennessee 37067
For an appointment, call
(615) 771-1881
Medical Expertise of Dr. Charity McConnell, MD
Dr. McConnell enjoys all aspects of dermatology, including medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology.
About Dr. Charity McConnell, MD
Charity Foster McConnell, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in the Nashville area at Frankline Dermatology which she joined in 2001.
A native Tennessean, Dr. McConnell grew up in Lexington, a small town in western Tennessee.
Dr. McConnell is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD). She also enjoys being a member in several medical and professional organizations, including the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Nashville Dermatology Society, Tennessee Women in Medicine, the American Medical Association, and the Tennessee Medical Association.
A native Tennessean, Dr. McConnell grew up in Lexington, a small town in western Tennessee.
Dr. McConnell is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD). She also enjoys being a member in several medical and professional organizations, including the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Nashville Dermatology Society, Tennessee Women in Medicine, the American Medical Association, and the Tennessee Medical Association.
Conditions Treated
Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts
Patient Education Resources
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
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...
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...
How do biologics work to treat my psoriasis?
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
Biologics are a class of medications that are used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis. They are typically used when other treatments, such as topical creams and light therapy, have not been effecti...
How do I find out if I have skin cancer?
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 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...
What are the best sunscreens?
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...
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...
What is the treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?
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...
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...
Education & Training
As an undergraduate, she attended Vanderbilt University, graduating in 1992 with a B.S. in Molecular Biology.
She attended medical school at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, graduating third in her class in 1996, and was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Dr. McConnell was an internal medicine resident at Vanderbilt University Medical Center for two years from 1996-1998, at which point she realized that her true “calling” was dermatology.
She then completed her residency training at Wake Forest University School of Medicine (Bowman Gray Campus) from 1998-2001.
She attended medical school at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, graduating third in her class in 1996, and was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Dr. McConnell was an internal medicine resident at Vanderbilt University Medical Center for two years from 1996-1998, at which point she realized that her true “calling” was dermatology.
She then completed her residency training at Wake Forest University School of Medicine (Bowman Gray Campus) from 1998-2001.
Professional Affiliations
Franklin Dermatology Group
Consistently voted as one of the top dermatologists in Franklin and Nashville by patients and peers, we have helped our patients attain and maintain vibrant and healthy skin, hair, and nails since 1982. We were the first medical group in Franklin and Williamson County to specialize in diseases of the skin and our goal has always been to provide thorough, compassionate, and personalized care to each person who comes into our office. Using the latest advances in dermatology, our board certified medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatologists specialize in everything from common skin conditions like acne and sun spots to surgical treatments for skin cancer.