Dr. Joanne McAlvany, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Pediatric Dermatology
Medical Expertise of Dr. Joanne McAlvany, MD
Dr. McAlvany specializes the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions in adults and children, including acne, eczema, hemangioma, psoriasis, rosacea, skin cancer, and warts.
About Dr. Joanne McAlvany, MD
Dr. Joanne McAlvany is a board-certified dermatologist and pediatric dermatologist providing care to patients in the Atlanta at Dermatology Associates of Georgia since 1996.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
Acne Medication Savings
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
Click on the medication image to access medication savings from the manufacturer. In most cases, this form must be submitted along with proof of having purchased the medication from the pharmacy. ...
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
If I have psoriasis, am I likely to get arthritis?
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches on the skin. It affects about 2-3% of the population. People with psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing a form of arthri...
What medications are used to treat acne?
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...
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...
Education & Training
Dr. McAlvany earned her medical degree from the University of Florida in 1987 can completed her pediatric residency training at Emory University in Atlanta. She then pursued additional training in dermatology by completing an additional residency at Wake Forest University
Dermatology Associates of Georgia
The Dermatology Associates of Georgia staff is committed to providing our patients with the personalized attention they deserve. Our mission is to provide our patients with the very best options for skin care treatment and disease prevention. Our Dermatologists provide a broad variety of medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatologic services. Our focus is providing patients with the most advanced surgical and skin care treatments available, with an emphasis on leading-edge procedures.