Dr. Emma Murad, MD
Cosmetic Dermatology,
Dermatologic Surgery,
General Dermatology
About Dr. Emma Murad, MD
Dr. Emma Murad graduated from Emory University with a degree in Biology and began her career at Emory University department of Biochemistry and Pathology, where her research was published in several major dermatology journals. She later attended Morehouse School of Medicine, completed her internship at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and returned to Atlanta for her residency at Emory University’s School of Medicine Department of Dermatology.
Dr. Murad is an expert in the field of both medical and cosmetic dermatology. She diagnoses and treats the full array of skin diseases, ranging from skin cancer detection and treatment to cosmetic procedures. She enjoys treating the entire family and getting to know her devoted patients. Every day she feels blessed to work in a field of medicine that she genuinely loves.
Dr. Murad is a board-certified dermatologist, a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and a current member of the Georgia Society for Dermatology and Dermatologic surgery. Dr. Murad resides in Atlanta with her husband and son and enjoys traveling anytime she can.
Patient Education Resources
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There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...