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
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There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
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Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
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What are some basic acne skin care tips?
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Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
What is the treatment for psoriasis on the scalp?
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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.